Several things. 1) Group meetings to discuss/share experiences about narcotic abuse. In the US these are called 12 step programs. Since the Far East has always had a group approach to treating problems, I would suspect anywhere in Asia would have something similar. Setting up a supportive environment is very important. Sponsors, family, religious groups, etc. 2) There are specific medications that are helpful. Suboxone is a partially active narcotic. It has some of the effects, at a milder level and prevents other narcotics from being fully active. This sets up a safe environment to wean down. 3) physician involvement in prescribing suboxone and evaluating other health issues is also important. Hope this helps.