I NEED ADVICE~IMPATIENT REHAB

[Madisonjsmom]

My family is taking me tomorrow.  I am scared.  I dont want to be away from my daughter!  Give me honest advie please.

[troubleinohio]

you asked "what about my daughter"? "what do i tell my daughter"?.....think of THIS WAY instead..........what would your family have to tell your daughter if they find you dead someday of an overdose, or if you die of liver failure?  Know what i mean?  You are doing the best possible thing by going inpatient. Most people here didnt or don't have that opportunity available. But you are one of the lucky ones who CAN go, so please dont talk yourself out of it. Wishing you all the best...

[122 Tactical Fighter Group]

Tell your daughter the truth. You are sick and are being treated so you may be 100% well again. It will ultimately be to everyones advantage ........  it will be good to have you back in life and the world again.... just the way you are!!  Best of luck - - if they have computers, PM me - - - - all the best ......eagle

[vinnysmommy]

The inpatient is a good idea and then go with an outpatient program.  I fought tooth and nail about going to inpatient but it did turn out to be one of the best things that I could do for myself, and my family.  Yes, I do think you may be trying to talk yourself out of it. It is very scary to think about being away from your family.  You have to think of it like this:  a little bit of time away to help get yourself reconnected with yourself and get on the track to a sober way of living is not only going to help you, but help your family too.  Your daughter needs a mom that is going to be there for her 100%.  You have the opportunity to be able to get help in an inpatient setting and I say go for it. Many people can't do that. I explained to my daughter that I was sick and going away to get the help I needed to get better.  I won't lie, the recovery process for me has been quite the journey but one that I am glad that I took.

[dominosarah]

Yes you need inpatient!!!!  You will finally get a new lease on life......embrace that and when you get back we will all still be here!!!  Like i have said before.....YOU need to see what a great person you are.

[Madisonjsmom]

Well do i neeed inpatient or could i just find a good outpatient....am i trying to talk myself out of it..

[vinnysmommy]

Inpatient rehab teaches you about your disease and ways to help prevent relapse.  For me, the real recovery started after I got out.  You need a good after care plan. For me that has included outpatient therapy and lots of 12 step meetings.  Good luck to you on your road to recovery.  Becoming sober is one of the best things that have happened to me.  Clear headed now and being the mom that my daughter deserves! I am at 156 days clean today and it just keeps getting better.  You can do this:-)