Posted by maryhelen on July 21, 2003, at 10:55:20
In reply to i need help, posted by ttylerr on July 18, 2003, at 23:30:50
Hi Tyyler:
I think it is wonderful at your age that you are worried about and trying to help your mom.
Where are the adults in her life and why are they not helping? A lot of times, we feel that we are invading someone's personal space, stand back and do nothing until it is too late.
As others have stated, just the 4 meds you mention alone, can have deadly consequences. I myself was addicted to many pain killers, as well as taking anti-depressants and my behaviour became bizzare. My mother stepped in and went to every doctor I went to and eventually I could not get any scripts. I was so angry at my mother, but I bless her today. There is no doubt in my mind it would have gotten worse and I would have died from an accidental overdose. I eventually went to a substance abuse program and although, I still suffer depression, at least I can deal with it with a clear mind.
Your stepfather has got to take the lead. Talk to him about and if he won't listen, talk again, and again. He can get her to a hospital where she can get the help that she needs. As others have said, perhaps a relative or some friends of your mother can help.
Remember, this is not your mother. Her behaviour is because of the drugs that have taken over her life. There is even such a thing called an 'intervention' where all of those who care about your mother come together and confront her. Yes, it is hard but it may save her life. Ask your dad to call a substance abuse program for information.
I know this sounds overwhelming and difficult, and you should have to do this alone, but if you had the where-with-all to post here you sound like a very clever and resourceful young 13 year old, who cares very deeply about what happens to your mother.
maryhelen
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