Teens Dealing With Addiction

Your child is changing; their grades are crumbling, they are more irritable, have become more distant, and lost interest in everything they once enjoyed. Teens are more exposed to drugs now, they can be bought as bread on the streets and you should be extra cautious to change your child’s behavior- in this article we will discuss what is addiction and how to handle it when it comes to your child. You may want to read part 1 of this article before proceeding…

Getting Help

If you cannot talk to your parent first, I recommend your school counselor, a relative, or even your doctor.

Keep in mind, that overcoming addiction is very difficult- unfortunately. It will be one of the hardest that you or your friend will have to do- because your bodies are used to something thus you must ‘program’ it back to not having access to that substance.

If you can talk to your parent so that they get you some professional help- as a therapist. It won’t be easy, but it will be a little easier compared that doing it alone.

Tips For Recovery

Whenever you are on the road to recovery, you can apply some of these tips… it will make it easier.

– Talk to your friends about your decision. If they are your friends they will respect your decision of not wanting to get drugs. If they still use drugs you might want to find other people to hang out with so that you are not tempted to fall back into substance abuse.

– Ask yourself, friends, and family, to be present when you need them. Some days you might need someone to talk to till late at night or even in the middle of the night so that you may clear your head.

– Go to places or events where you know there will be no drugs. Again, it is easy to fall back into addiction and you need to play safely in this situation.

– However, you won’t be able to avoid drugs forever, you will be to places where people will be abusing substances so you will need to have a plan in order to make sure you stay focused on your recovery. You should try to try to handle it, or call someone to get you out of this place or get yourself out of this place.

Helping A Friend

If you have a friend who is undergoing this condition you should have a talk. Let them know that you are here for them. If you feel like your friends do not accept your help, you should contact an adult that is understanding and that is ready to help.

Staying Clean

A 6-week treatment program does not guarantee recovery from a drug or alcohol addiction. It’s a process that lasts a lifetime. Many people find that attending a support group can assist them in maintaining their sobriety. Teenagers and younger folks have their own support groups. You’ll meet others who have had similar experiences to you, and you’ll be able to participate in real-life drug debates that you won’t hear in health class at school.
Many people discover that helping others is the most effective way for them to assist themselves. Understanding how tough the rehabilitation process can be will help you support others who are struggling with addiction, both kids and adults.

If you do experience a relapse, it’s vital to recognize the problem as quickly as possible. So that you don’t undo all of the hard work you put into your early recovery, seek help soon away. And, if you do experience a relapse, don’t be scared to get help! Let us know what are your best tips for staying clean…