Addiction is a Family Illness
Why do I harp so much on the need to treat the entire family? Why is the family so important to me? Why do I insist upon taking the time and energy to use the Systemic Model of intervention rather than the shorter, more profitable, easier Johnson model???
Did you read about Ryan O'Neal and his son Redmond's latest arrests? These two are living examples of why the systemic model is the preferred approach. Neither of these guys get it. Are they addicts?? I can't answer that, but there is no doubt they both have a huge problem with drugs. Redmond's issue with drugs is well-known. He is on probation for drug possession for God's sake so it doesn't take a Rhodes scholar to make that connection. This happened in June, just 3 short months ago. Now this?? In addition, the anger, the violence, the ups and downs and all arounds point to a long history and pattern of drug involvement. And, I don't even know most of it.
Then there is Daddy Ryan. Even if he doesn't have his own drug issue then what's with allowing his son who is on probation for drugs to live in his house and have drugs?? Please don't go to the place where you say, "He probably didn't know about it." I don't buy that. But, IF he didn't, Daddy Ryan needs help all that much more!!!!
A systemic family workshop and the education provided would give a family like this the foundation they need to not live like this any longer. It would give them tools, resources and continued support. Instead they spend tons of money . . . far more money than a workshop, intensive follow-up and treatment would cost . . . on lawyers, bail, fines, lost wages and countless other things. This does not even begin to cover the costs that don't have a price tag on them . . . public humiliation and shame, lost freedom, damaged relationships, time in court and with lawyers.
They still have a choice. Perhaps one day they and others like them will reach out for the help that awaits them.
If you or a family member are struggling with addiction, please get help. Call today, (415) 717-3675. Service are available nationwide and abroad.
Did you read about Ryan O'Neal and his son Redmond's latest arrests? These two are living examples of why the systemic model is the preferred approach. Neither of these guys get it. Are they addicts?? I can't answer that, but there is no doubt they both have a huge problem with drugs. Redmond's issue with drugs is well-known. He is on probation for drug possession for God's sake so it doesn't take a Rhodes scholar to make that connection. This happened in June, just 3 short months ago. Now this?? In addition, the anger, the violence, the ups and downs and all arounds point to a long history and pattern of drug involvement. And, I don't even know most of it.
Then there is Daddy Ryan. Even if he doesn't have his own drug issue then what's with allowing his son who is on probation for drugs to live in his house and have drugs?? Please don't go to the place where you say, "He probably didn't know about it." I don't buy that. But, IF he didn't, Daddy Ryan needs help all that much more!!!!
A systemic family workshop and the education provided would give a family like this the foundation they need to not live like this any longer. It would give them tools, resources and continued support. Instead they spend tons of money . . . far more money than a workshop, intensive follow-up and treatment would cost . . . on lawyers, bail, fines, lost wages and countless other things. This does not even begin to cover the costs that don't have a price tag on them . . . public humiliation and shame, lost freedom, damaged relationships, time in court and with lawyers.
They still have a choice. Perhaps one day they and others like them will reach out for the help that awaits them.
If you or a family member are struggling with addiction, please get help. Call today, (415) 717-3675. Service are available nationwide and abroad.
Labels: Celebrity Intervention, Family Addiction, Interventionist
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