Sharing compelling family stories and key information about child development, family systems theory, addiction, and recovery, the authors demonstrate the effective, family-focused intervention techniques developed in their combined 35 years of practice in early childhood education, child development, substance abuse treatment, pediatric nursing, and psychiatric nursing. Motivational techniques and stress reducers for professionals are also provided. A moving testimony as well as a source of practical information, this powerful book speaks to substance abuse professionals, educators, policy makers, parents, and anyone else who works with or cares about families.