How do u tell your parents about your addicton

[ang_811]

Im a pill addict. Two years ago I started the methadone clinc. I'm detoxing from it now. I feel horrible that my mom don't know about it. The only person that knows anything is my wonderful fiancé. How do u start that conversation with ur mom. I'm so scared that she is going 2 b mad, upset, dissapointed, and I'm nervous about the consequences.
No one in my mediate family has ever had a drug problem. I feel like I need to tell her, I hate secrets, to make a succesful recovery. Is there ne1 who can help or has been in this situation. Ne advice will def help. Thanks!

[taperme]

I told both my husband and my mom that I was stopping pain pills because I thought I was taking too many and just wanted to be off of them. It was the best decision I ever made. They both have been completely supportive and I couldn't have done it without them. When I think of my daughters, I hope that they will never be in a place where they have this problem, but if they are I hope they would be comfortable talking to me about it so that I could help them with the wisdom I've gained. Your parents may surprise you with how helpful and supportive they are.

[atthebeach]

my husband who is 56 just admitted to his mom who is 80 that he has been using again for years. he was clean for 14 years and then started and used again for 14 years. we have been married for 20 years and have 5 children. i always wanted him to tell her and i threatened i would tell her i thought that would make him stop. he only told her 3 months ago when he decided he was ready to quit. yes she was upset, hurt, disappointed, angry, sad,worried,she cried.she also told us she knew there was something wrong but i guess didnt want to think it was that again. but she has been great in supporting him and our family. he has been in a christian rehab for 2 months and is doing great. i believe if you are honest with them it will help you with your recovery and are sure they will support you. you are their daughter. hope you make the right decision for you,
god bless,
debbie