Treatment options: Self-help
Self-help options vary but most involve the individual being responsible for their own treatment. Books, videos, telephone and online support are some of the self-help options available.
Typically, self-help materials involve some form of assessment of drug taking behaviour and associated consequences, monitoring of drug taking behaviour (including the conditions in which the drug is taken and the physical, emotional, and behavioural consequences of taking the drug), education about drugs and their effects, modification of drug taking behaviour and access to support. Self-help components are commonly incorporated into other forms of treatment.
Self-help groups are managed and run by people with drug issues. Because the members have drug issues, these groups can offer great insight, understanding, and support. An example of a self-help group is Alcoholics Anonymous.
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