What advice would you give someone who would like to help someone who is addicted to cocaine?
What advice would you give someone who would like to help someone who is addicted to cocaine?
Most drug users deny that they have a problem, and push family and friends away. You may feel helpless, frustrated, and unable to cope. You can get help by contacting a local drug abuse treatment center. You should also do the following:
- Establish appropriate limits and rules with your loved one who may be addicted.
- Don’t change your actions to suit the needs of the user.
- Don’t cover up for the user when he or she fails to meet responsibilities at work, school, or home.
- Don’t make excuses for the addict’s drug use.
- Don’t lend money.
- Encourage the user to seek help.
- Get additional information and help from Al-Anon or Nar-Anon.