Crack Cocaine Addiction: Cocaine Facts

Question: Crack cocaine addiction is ruining the life of my close friend.?

(Posted by: Aaron007 on 2008-02-21 05:07:52)

Crack cocaine addiction is ruining the life of my close friend. I am almost helpless trying to help him overcome his addiction. What should I do in this problem? I live in Albion, Pennsylvania. Any info you can give to help would be greatly appreciated.

Posted by: Aleah on 2008-02-21, 05:14:09

Try to look up detox and rehabilitation medical centers in or close to your region. Consult the resource sites that are centered on your state. Also find free help and guidance on proper intervention for your friend.

Posted by: mcheshster27 on 2008-02-21, 05:10:50

Be the friend to take them out of that world, take them fishing or camping to get out of that crap

Posted by: Samantha on 2008-02-21, 05:11:45

Set him up to get arrested. Call the police and let them know of when his next drug buy is. He'll be arrested, and most judges will sentence him to a treatment facility of some kind.

Posted by: *ifthatswhatyoureinto* on 2008-02-21, 05:13:37

I am with Mike -- An intervention, and you should let him know at that time that if he doesnt seek help you will be cutting all ties him with completely. You cannot let his addiction take you down as well and believe me your frustration and worry are taking a gradual toll on your overall emotional health and well being. You don't have to stop loving and caring and hoping --- but you do need to remove him from your space. I hope he sees the light before it is too late. So sad, but remember, you are not equipped to help him-- only professionals can help him now.

Posted by: sarah on 2008-02-21, 05:20:40

Unfortunately, you can't do this for him. He has to want to quit the habit himself. He must realize that he is killing himself slowly if he does not get help now. He must realize that he is hurting other people besides himself. He has to be made to realize that people are trying to help him. You must let him know these things. Also, you must tell him you can no longer be his friend if he refuses help. I don't think you should involve yourself any further in his situation until he receives help for his addiction. This is deadly and you should not have to sit around and watch him destroy himself. I hope you're not lending him any money. He needs to go to rehab asap. I am sorry if I am being insensitive, as I really don't mean to be. I understand what you are going through as I have had someone close to me in this situation as well. Not a pleasant situation to be in as a friend. Very frustrating. Wishing you and your friend the very best and hopefully he can recover soon.

Posted by: gemini on 2008-02-21, 05:21:38

As I told nate 99 I will tell you the same. You can't really do anything because it has to come from that person to want to become clean. Most rehabs only take those who want the help to get better or are court ordered into it. You can let your friend know how you feel and that they need help but it won't change anything because again it has to come from that person wanting to get help. Don't be an enabler either especially when it comes to them asking for money or your car. It is a sad situation to sit back and watch someone destroy their life but you can't force them to get better, they have to want it. All you can do is give your advice and let them know you care.

Posted by: Ankleboots on 2008-02-21, 05:25:53

Iv'e a member of the family on this, and ooh boy, from a healthy fit girl she is less than 6stone in weight, very pale, nose is rotting, we have tried everything and its hard, its that person who has to realise, they are killing themselves and a need to go on a rehab-programme and if they refuse, then im sorry there isnt much you can do, our member was arrested, put on remand went to prison to await trial, but was let out on the pretext she went to re-hab and she has, so this may happen in order for your friends life to be put in order again, or you could seek professional advice on how to help them,a doctor, your own for advice, a school councillor, a teacher, let it be a adult who can help seek their advice and all of you work together for your friends benefit.