Not my family, never my child
Subtitle: what to do if someone you love is a drug user
By: Tony Trimingham
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Crows Nest, N.S.W
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781741755251
Subjects: Drug addicts; Treatment; Drug addiction; Family relationships; Drug abuse; Prevention
Description: "Drawing on the tragic loss of his own son to a heroin overdose and over 20 years working as a counsellor, Tony Trimingham cuts through the media hype and politicking to address the real issues facing the families and friends of someone struggling with addiction. Filled with constructive suggestions and strategies, Not My Family Never My Child is aimed at supporting parents, family members and loved ones of drug users and the users themselves through the difficult journey of drug dependency. It includes detailed information on: warning signs, early intervention, coping and survival strategies, treatment and where to go for additional advice and support." -- Provided by publisher.
Notes: Bibliography: p. 216-222.