Supporting my brother through ibogaine treatment — a caregiver's perspective

My brother did ibogaine treatment 8 months ago for heroin addiction. I want to share the caregiver side of things because I didn't find much information about it when we were preparing. **Before treatment:** - Help them with the medication tapering schedule. My brother needed reminders and support. - Research clinics together. Two sets of eyes catch more red flags. - Prepare for the emotional reality — this is heavy stuff for the whole family. - Set up the integration support system BEFORE they go. **During treatment:** - If possible, travel with them. I stayed nearby during my brother's treatment week. - Expect limited contact during the treatment itself. - The first few days after are emotionally intense. Be patient. **After treatment:** - The first 2 weeks are critical. Be present but don't hover. - Help them stick to the integration plan. - Attend family therapy if offered. - Watch for warning signs without being paranoid. - Take care of YOUR mental health too. **8 months later:** My brother is doing amazing. Clean, employed, present in his daughter's life. But there were hard moments in the first 3 months. He needed us and we needed our own support. If you're a family member considering this — you matter in this process too. Don't neglect yourself.