"Help & hope for those battling substance abuse"--Front cover.
Contents:
How can I know if my loved one has a substance abuse problem? -- Is addiction a disease or can it be overcome by willpower? -- How can I tell the difference between helping and enabling? -- Is it my fault my loved one is addicted? -- Which comes first, depression or addiction? -- When is it time to seek help? -- What if my loved one refuses to get help? -- Is tough love really necessary? -- When should I call the police? -- What should I do when others disagree on how to deal with my loved one's addiction? -- I feel like I am going crazy. Am I? -- What should I look for in a treatment program? -- What should I expect when my loved one comes out of treatment? -- When should I give up on my loved one? -- How should I prepare for relaspe? -- Taking your loved one back.
Summary:
"As a teenager, Victor Torres was a gang warlord and heroin addict on New York City?s violent streets. Through the ministry of David Wilkerson and Nicky Cruz, Victor had a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ and came to realize that God had a purpose for his life. Victor has spent the last forty-five years helping tens of thousands of young men and women find freedom from drug addiction and gang life. Now, he answers your toughest questions about your addicted loved one. Without pulling punches or promising easy answers, Victor provides wisdom and expertise that can lead you toward success. God did not create your loved one to be an addict or a loser. On the contrary, God created him or her for a better life. Although, for the moment, it may seem like you are losing your loved one, they still have a God-given destiny and a purpose. No matter how bad the picture may look now, there is always hope."-- Provided by publisher.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.