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Question about Helping someone Addicted to Speed and Cocaine
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Question about Helping someone Addicted to Speed and Cocaine
by Dawnfire__0, Jul 22, 1999 12:00AM
Posted by Dawnfire on July 22, 1999 at 00:03:59
I know someone Addicted to both Speed and Cocaine, He does NOT like the idea
that we wan't to help him quit. He's too dependent, I'm fearing some serious
problems will arise from his usage of these drugs. He was in a band, played
wonderful guitar and now he doesn't even care about his music anymore. He also
seems really preoccupied with sex. He says that 'sex, drugs and music are his
life'
I want to help, but don't know what to do, I'm younger than him. And He wont
listen and many of his friends just don't care. Me and 2 other friends of mine
are the only one's trying to help him.
My parents think I should just forget about him since he doesn't want my
help, and so do many of our friends.
But I still have to help. What should I do? I know, the obvious answer to
this question is 'get him help'.. but how do I find out about drug addiction
help where I live? How do I find out where to take him, etc.?
Thanx
Posted by SA, M.D. - HVMA on August 01, 1999 at 11:02:35
Dear Dawnfire,
Trying to help an addict who does not believe he has a problem can be
extremely frustrating. A good place to start would be a group called Al-Anon or
Nar-Anon which are probably listed in your local phone book. These are support
groups for people who care about alcoholics and addicts. The people who attend
such meetings often possess much wisdom and may be able to help you gain some
insight as to how to best assist your friend.
Good luck!
Steve Adelman, M.D.
Keywords: denial, cocaine, stimulant, amphetamine, self-help
The information provided is for general medical education purposes only, and
not a substitute for medical diagnosis and treatment provided by your physician.
I know someone Addicted to both Speed and Cocaine, He does NOT like the idea
that we wan't to help him quit. He's too dependent, I'm fearing some serious
problems will arise from his usage of these drugs. He was in a band, played
wonderful guitar and now he doesn't even care about his music anymore. He also
seems really preoccupied with sex. He says that 'sex, drugs and music are his
life'
I want to help, but don't know what to do, I'm younger than him. And He wont
listen and many of his friends just don't care. Me and 2 other friends of mine
are the only one's trying to help him.
My parents think I should just forget about him since he doesn't want my
help, and so do many of our friends.
But I still have to help. What should I do? I know, the obvious answer to
this question is 'get him help'.. but how do I find out about drug addiction
help where I live? How do I find out where to take him, etc.?
Thanx
Posted by SA, M.D. - HVMA on August 01, 1999 at 11:02:35
Dear Dawnfire,
Trying to help an addict who does not believe he has a problem can be
extremely frustrating. A good place to start would be a group called Al-Anon or
Nar-Anon which are probably listed in your local phone book. These are support
groups for people who care about alcoholics and addicts. The people who attend
such meetings often possess much wisdom and may be able to help you gain some
insight as to how to best assist your friend.
Good luck!
Steve Adelman, M.D.
Keywords: denial, cocaine, stimulant, amphetamine, self-help
The information provided is for general medical education purposes only, and
not a substitute for medical diagnosis and treatment provided by your physician.
