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what does a family member do?

by maggiemaybe, May 29, 2007 12:00AM

Tags: family, Anxiety, daughter, Helping, Hope, name, treatment, xanax

what does a family member do when their 23-year-old is suspected of abuse of/addiction to xanax. i have confronted, they deny. should i ignore? believe? intervene? any suggestions?

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by bip, May 29, 2007 12:00AM

hi, How do you know she/he addicted to xanax?

by KatMay, May 29, 2007 12:00AM

Hi,

I grew up with a father who was addicted to alcohol. It was a very helpless feeling. I joined Alanon and it was a great help. I'm sure there is a support group for families in your situation as well, but I can't remember the name of it. Good luck.

Kathleen

http://www.ultimatepersonalsolutions.com/?hop=jumpmom2
http://www.recoverforever.com/?hop=jumpmom2

by maggiemaybe, May 29, 2007 12:00AM

To: KatMay

Thank you SO much, KatMay...I had not even thought of that. Of course you are right! and I will call today. Not knowing what to do or not do is so hard. I need input and advice from people who have been there! Thank you so much for that suggestion. You all are so kind. We did have a long talk today and she is open to treatment.

by KatMay, May 31, 2007 12:00AM

I hope you are doing better today. I so know what you're going through (to some extent at least). It's hard not to feel helpless....but we are never helpless when it comes to helping ourselves. Best of luck to you.

by suzi-q, May 31, 2007 12:00AM

To: Maggie

Did your daughter admit to taking the pills???

I am so glad that she is opened to getting help...that is the first step and the BIGGEST step...BEST TO YOU!!

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