Craft An Alternative To Intervention ⇒

While a traditional intervention (like the Johnson Model ) relies on a single, high-stakes confrontation to "break through denial," CRAFT is a long-term behavioral approach that uses positive reinforcement to influence a loved one’s choices. Core Philosophy: Rewards Over Confrontation

You actively reward your loved one when they are sober or show self-control (e.g., through affection, time together, or small gestures). Craft An Alternative To Intervention

Research consistently shows CRAFT is superior to both traditional interventions and 12-step support groups (like Al-Anon ) for getting people into treatment. Success Rate (Treatment Entry) ~65–75% Behavioral change & reinforcement Johnson Intervention ~25–30% One-time confrontation Al-Anon/Nar-Anon ~13–30% Family support and detachment Other Notable Alternatives CRAFT: An Alternative to Addiction “Intervention” While a traditional intervention (like the Johnson Model

Learning to recognize when a loved one is most receptive to discussing help, such as during a "vulnerable" moment after a negative consequence. Success Rate (Treatment Entry) ~65–75% Behavioral change &

Using "facts, feelings, and future" to speak to your loved one. This means being brief, staying positive, and describing specific behaviors rather than lecturing.