How to Deal With an Alcoholic Daughter?
NIAAA's Alcohol Treatment Navigator lists family resources, including CRAFT, which it calls an evidence-based, nonconfrontational method of encouraging people to enter treatment. For help now, the SAMHSA helpline is 1-800-662-HELP (4357). A doctor or counselor can advise on your situation.
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Start with support for yourself
NIAAA’s Alcohol Treatment Navigator lists Al-Anon, a mutual help group described as offering strength and hope for friends and families of problem drinkers.
Use an evidence-based approach
The Navigator describes CRAFT (Community Reinforcement and Family Training) as an evidence-based, nonconfrontational method of encouraging people to enter treatment. It lists a CRAFT crisis toolkit and a book titled Get Your Loved One Sober: Alternatives to Nagging, Pleading, and Threatening.
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Take care of the whole family
Addiction affects everyone in the household. The Navigator also lists Partnership to End Addiction, which helps families and caregivers find treatment options and explains the CRAFT approach to improving family dynamics. NIAAA also lists other peer groups for the person who drinks, such as SMART Recovery and Alcoholics Anonymous.
If you get a treatment referral, the Navigator recommends its list of “10 Questions to Ask an Alcohol Treatment Program”. A doctor can also advise on next steps.
Phone numbers listed by NIAAA
- SAMHSA 24-hour Help Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)
- NIAAA: (301) 443-3860
If your daughter is in danger or may have alcohol poisoning, call 911.
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How can I help my alcoholic daughter?
NIAAA points families to CRAFT, a nonconfrontational method for encouraging treatment, plus Al-Anon support for yourself.
Where can I find treatment for my daughter?
Use NIAAA's Alcohol Treatment Navigator or call the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).
Is there support for family members?
Yes. NIAAA lists Al-Anon for friends and families of problem drinkers.
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