| Subject: Re: Parent's Role in Child's Addiction |
Author:
Susie
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Date Posted: 04:43:38 11/26/03 Wed
In reply to:
Leslie
's message, "Re: Scott" on 19:36:26 05/14/03 Wed
I am a 22 year old recovering addict. My drug of choice was oxycontin. There is no way my mom could've prevented my addiction. I had never really been involved in other drugs. I was a straight A honors student enrolled in college, working 2 jobs, and living at home. My mom had no idea about my addiction. I started using because I was depressed and it seemed to make me temporarily happy. I went to rehab and did find that there were reasons behind my drug use, stemming from childhood issues. I take responsibility for my part, but in no way could my mom have kept me from using. As if parents don't have enough worry regarding their children's addiction, now someone is telling them that it is their fault. That is ridiculous. Most parents drive themselves crazy trying to determine what they could've done differently as it is. I've asked myself that. As cliche as it sounds, the AA Book says that I am right where God wants me to be. Maybe this horrible experience will allow me to help others in the future. Anyway, to the mom out there who is holding herself responsible . . . don't.
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