C. Scott McMillin | Recovery SI

Engaging Coerced DUI Clients

First, they don’t understand why they’re in treatment, or how it could possibly benefit them. Second, they’re ticked off about having been coerced.

Posted by C. Scott McMillin | Mar 26, 2012 | Families | 2 |

Explain your situation and make a request: You want your nephew’s name placed on the admissions list for a date beyond the current waiting list.

Posted by C. Scott McMillin | Mar 25, 2012 | Families | 0 |

We’re all familiar with the behaviors of alcoholic and addicted people, now it’s time to use our knowledge to plan a successful intervention.

Posted by C. Scott McMillin | Mar 24, 2012 | Families | 0 |

Our addicted (or alcoholic) loved one doesn’t want to hear about it. Dealing with them effectively starts with learning new ways to communicate.

We can’t expect to address alcoholism without encountering defenses, since they exist to protect alcoholic drinking. But we have an advantage.