“I want to learn how to help my son in recovery.” It is a powerful statement. It means you want to see your son take steps to get sober and work to improve his future. When you are at this point, our team at Lakeview Health is here to guide you. Life in recovery can be a challenge. Yet, you want to ensure your son has the tools he needs to thrive in every case.
Is your son struggling with a substance use issue? Don’t hesitate to get him the help he needs. One way to do this is to reach out to Lakeview Health today using our convenient online form or call us at 866.704.7692. Our compassionate, expert team of addiction specialists is waiting to give your son the tools to achieve genuine, long-term recovery.
Getting Help First
If your son is using drugs and alcohol and battling mental health issues, the first step is to get him professional help. More often than not, people cannot stop using on their own and do well in the long-term. They are facing a disease that needs clinical care and therapy to overcome. Reach out to us for help with treatment options. At Lakeview Health, we offer the full spectrum of addiction treatment and mental wellness services, including:- Medically supervised detox services
- Residential treatment
- Intensive outpatient treatment
- Dual diagnosis treatment
- Partial hospitalization treatment
- Comprehensive aftercare
How to Help Your Son in Recovery – Real Life Support
With help, you can learn to help your son through many of the issues he will face in the coming years that may prove challenging now that he is in recovery. Support for your son may involve encouraging him able to talk about their thoughts and experiences. In some cases, your son will need continual contact with a mentor who has been through treatment himself. Whatever the level of care your son needs, there are several general guidelines for what your support should look like. These include:- Encouraging him rather than yelling at him
- Being positive whenever possible
- Providing guidance instead of forcing behaviors or giving ultimatums
- Listening to him rather than telling him what to do
- Exploring his thoughts to know when he needs additional help