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"The basic ingredients for successful treatment are
1) identifying a problem with the agreement of the addict,
2) believing change is possible,
3) placing primary responsibility on the addict for carrying out the change,
4) accepting reductions in use as well as abstinence, and
5) following up to let addicts know someone cares and wants to make sure they stay on course."
--Stanton Peele
The only thing I'd say about his point #4 is that I believe reducing consumption is best done as a means to an end--a clear goal of abstinence within a few days.
But you see how much of the process involves making choices and taking responsibility for your own actions? You agree there's a problem, you come to the belief that change is possible, you take action. So to my way of thinking, the most successful approach will be any which encourages your confidence in your self.
As for #5 -- we care, and we want to make sure you stay on course.
Don S
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