Addiction Questions and Answers

Struggling with a loved one’s addiction can cause much stress on a family and friends. Some frequently asked addiction questions and answers can help put your mind at ease.

Before an intervention

• Why some people quit using drugs or alcohol
• Why people enter into treatment.
• What does it take for someone to enter into recovery?
• Why can’t we just intervene ourselves?
• How do I know if my loved one is really a drug addict or alcoholic?

After the intervention

• What do I do when my loved one  is in treatment?
• What if they want to leave treatment?
• What if my loved one relapses after treatment?