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Post by A Problem on Feb 16, 2007 5:31:31 GMT -5
My friend is on some serious drugs..
And I need any advice on how to help them..
Anything is good, at all, even if i already know it.. I just haven't realli been in this situation before, so I need a lil help..
Thanks
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Post by Hey on Feb 16, 2007 9:25:34 GMT -5
What kind of drugs are they on? Do they know you know they are on them? Do they think they are addicted? Could you talk to them about rehabilitation centers? Do they have a parent or parents who could help you help them?
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Post by A Problem on Feb 16, 2007 19:50:55 GMT -5
uhm... meh, coke, acid, some other stuff i'm not sure about.. then weed and painkillers. He also drinks alot and smokes... He's just given up the meh, coke, acid like the realli big stuff.. not doing to great tho Yeah he's spoken to me about it... He knows he's addicted. He's been to rehab, but he ended up leaving. And I'm not sure about his parents.. i know his friends are no help.. he seems to pretty much only talk to me about it..
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Post by A Problem on Feb 16, 2007 19:56:56 GMT -5
*Meth
sorri..
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Post by Sparkle on Feb 18, 2007 4:43:49 GMT -5
It's good that he knows he has a problem and is trying to stop- thats one of the hardest parts. Just keep reminding him that hes doing great by getting past that barrier, and just encourage him. Usually people will get urges more at a certain day or time, when they used to do it most. So arrange for him to come round and watch some movies or a games night with just him or a few other people. Just support him- it's all you can do. I don't think you can help him all by yourself though.... try and convince him to speak to some one proffesional. It will help a lot! x x x
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Post by -‰KillerStyle‰- on Feb 18, 2007 7:51:36 GMT -5
These are some pretty serious drugs so I hope he gets clean! Honestly like sparkle said the only thing you can do is support him. He will only be able to quit when he wants too. No one will be able to make him quit but you can motivate him too. Give him resources, let him know that ALL the help he needs is there when he decides to quit. Its also a good idea to get everyone together and be in on it. All working for the same goal which is to get him off the drugs. If any of them enable his behavior they should start by taking that away because he won't get treatment.[Say you lend him money you know he is going to use for drugs, don't lend it to him.] That would go for everyone involved. I think you get my point with that one. I hope everything works out fine for your friend and he realizes he needs to follow thru with some type of treatment and comes out a healthy person. Good Luck on your journey! We are always here if you need anything.
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Post by ¤Teen Vibe¤ on Mar 2, 2007 15:22:37 GMT -5
If you think your friend is addicted to drugs, recognizing that they have a problem is the first step in getting help for them.
A lot of people think they can kick the problem on their own, but that doesn't work for most people. Find someone they trust to talk to. It may help to talk to a friend or someone your own age at first, but a supportive and understanding adult is your best option for getting help. If you can't talk to your parents, you may want to approach a school counselor, relative, doctor, favorite teacher, or religious leader.
Unfortunately, overcoming addiction is not easy. Quitting drugs is probably going to be the hardest thing they've ever done. It's not a sign of weakness if they need professional help from a trained drug counselor or therapist. Most people who try to kick a drug problem need professional assistance or treatment programs to do so.
Since you seem to be the one he trusts I would suggest its clear to him how you feel about it and in no way enable him to continue this behavior. Is there things going on in his life that would be a making drugs an escape for him?
Be there for him, every step of the way but also include adult support because you will not be able to deal with everything on your own. You can't change him, but you can help the best you can.
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