How to Adapt the DEADS Tool for Family & Friends - SMART Recovery Blog Digest

The latest blog articles published by SMART Recovery USA.  View this email online if it doesn't display correctly Here's a look at the latest blog articles posted by SMART Recovery USA. Visit the SMART Recovery blog to read more articles aimed at helping you, your loved ones, and your community overcome addiction. How to Adapt the DEADS Tool for Family & Friends Provided by SMART Family & Friends Facilitator, Ellen Kolton, MPH “Why are liquor stores considered essential?” asked Cara during a recent Zoom meeting for Family and Friends. This mother of a two- and a three-year old who, because of the COVID-19 restrictions, is now working from home, looked exhausted during the call. “It’s been a […] Read more » [Podcast] A Study of the Effectiveness of SMART Recovery with Dr. Sarah Zemore The results speak for themselves. Alternative treatment programs are as effective as traditional 12-step programs for alcohol recovery. These results have been identified thanks to Dr. Sarah Zemore’s 2018 research project, “A longitudinal study of the comparative efficacy of Women for Sobriety, LifeRing, SMART Recovery, and 12-step groups for those with AUD,” published in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment. The findings […] Read more » The JP (John Pol) Schneider Training Fund: Helping Others Help Themselves Read more » About SMART Recovery  Founded in 1994, SMART Recovery uses science-based techniques that have proven to be effective in helping people recover from addiction problems involving any substance or behavior, including such things as alcohol, drugs, gambling, eating disorders, shopping, and internet use. Each week, many thousands of people discuss recovery progress and challenges at more than 3,000 in-person meetings in 23 countries, 40+ online gatherings, and 24/7/365 internet message board forums. Participants use SMART to assume responsibility for their own recovery and become empowered using its 4-Point Program®: building motivation; coping with urges; managing thoughts, feelings and behaviors; and living a balanced life. For more information, please visit www.smartrecovery.org. If you have questions or wish to speak to someone at SMART Recovery, please email information@smartrecovery.org or call 440-951-5357. Follow Us: Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn | YouTube | Blog Your contribution to SMART Recovery helps empower millions worldwide  with the tools to abstain from any substance or activity addiction. Information about alternative giving options: Send email to Giving@smartrecovery.org SMART Recovery is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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