The Fundamentals of Addiction - A Family Member's Guide

The Fundamentals of Addiction - A Family Member's Guide

Do you know some one that struggles with addiction?

This is course that will help you help them! 

This course will teach you the fundamentals through unique and time-tested approaches. Addiction and recovery is an important undertaking and now through the use of technology, students can heal in the space of their own home and you can learn how to help.

The course is designed to provide you with the tools you will need to help someone you love kick their addiction for good.  You should take this course if you need the expertise of professionals but are unsure about how to get that. I'm here to help! 

This step by step method teaches you:

Everything you need to know about the time being right for you and for them

The importance of them setting a quit date

Understanding detox and your role in supporting them

The importance of their physical health

• Fitness

• Nutrition

• Sleep

The importance of their psychological health

• Mental Health

• Spiritual Health

• How to help them live intentionally

The importance of their social health

• Family

• Friends

• Professional Relationships

The importance of understanding addiction related topics

• Triggers

• Relapse

• Crisis and Suicide Support

You can't pour from an empty cup

• Taking care of your own self

• Understanding and analyzing your own use of substances and behaviours

If you are ready to take action in multiple areas of your life and their's and are committed to following through then this course is for you. We understand that not everyone can up and leave their friends, family, pets, or work to gain sobriety and it's oftentimes just as difficult for friends and family to be able to commit to such vigorous routines. This is a holistic approach so you will be encouraged to help with their physical health, psychological health and social health. This isn't family or group therapy sessions. These techniques are simple things you can do every day to ensure you are being the best support you can.

This course comprises of short lectures, assignments and quizzes as well as additional resources, podcasts, etc. that can help you understand what your loved one is going through

If you want to feel whole with your loved one and want to understand their holistic needs; body, mind and and external factors you are in the right place.

This course also includes exclusive access to a number of free downloadable materials such as podcasts, e-books, checklists, and resources. 

This course is about 1 hour however, the material will need to be listened to and referred to often as you continue to support the person you love through their difficult moments.

You will also get monthly updates as well as continuous instructor support through the Q&A.

Live Rehab has numerous podcasts and additional videos with more tips and tricks related to addiction and recovery. Please be sure to listen to all of the additional material as well as forwarding them on to them so they can get the support they need as well.

You will also be invited to join our private Facebook group for even further support.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this course only for family members?

A: While this course was primarily written for family members to those who are struggling with addiction, other people can benefit from taking this course such as friends who are worried about a love one or Substance Abuse Counselors who want more knowledge and insight on addiction and recovery

Q: How is it possible to recover from an addiction online? Don't they need a 12-step program or in-patient rehab?

A: 12 step programs are outdated and their success rates are shockingly low. Not everyone is cut out for rehab and can just leave their family, friends, kids, pets, work, school, etc. The material in this course will give you the tools you need to be successful in helping them fight their addiction, however, they will need to find the motivation within so they can apply the concepts you will learn.

This course includes a series of assignments, quizzes, downloadable resources, external links to certain topics related to addiction and recovery and also links to podcasts.

Upon completing the final lecture, you will receive a certificate of completion.

Learn the Psychology behind addiction and how to help a family member or friend towards recovery.

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What you will learn

• You will learn everything you need to know about helping a family member who struggles with addiction.
• You will learn how to help your loved one through detox.
• You will be able to help them with setting a quit date.

Rating: 5

Level: All Levels

Duration: 2 hours

Instructor: Denise Roberts