The doctor did say that the medication is only one tool for the addict. It is in no way meant to be a cure. But if the cravings can be reduced so that the addict can work on the other problems and really want to get help, then it can used in conjunction with other programs. I do understand that the key in any recovery is the willingness of the addict to get help. But maybe the drugs can help to prevent relapses. That in itself would be wonderful. Kind of like suboxone and methadone for opiate addicts. Although they are controversial, many addicts have been helped. Marle