Cocaine Addiction

Question: How can i get help for my cocaine addiction?

(Posted by: x Blondie x <3 on 2010-01-03 13:33:08)

But i feel so afraid of going, and i dont want my family knowing and all of my friends do cocaine too so they wont come

Posted by: ReggieR on 2010-01-04, 19:46:02

Hello Emma and Happy New Years- I'm not sure if you recall but we have chatted before and when I saw your question was wondering why you didn't email or IM me.. Getting off coke can be hard and you are right your associates will not be there when you are trying to get clean. "WE " are a buzz kill when we are around individuals still getting high and we are working like a dog trying to get clean and sober. Coke was my drug of choice 30 yrs ago and would love to take to you about recovery. Do they do random U.A.'s where you work? That alone is a motivator and if you are really serious about getting clean for yourself, I can give you a lot of tips and suggestions. You probably have insurance at your job so you could get inpatient counseling Without your employer knowing anything....All you have to tell your employer is you need a medical leave and enter treatment. If you are interested read my profile and IM or email me. Coke is possible to recover from. Some suggested being on medication, which might be fine, but not until you are clean. God Bless Reggie

Posted by: Tiddles X on 2010-01-03, 13:40:29

I have no experience but I do have experience of seeing docs about other embarrassing n difficult issues. You get all worked up and then tell them the problem and guess what...they've heard it all before..so don't worry! Your GP will then refer you to the right people, perhaps he might put you on anti-depressants too. Good luck.

Posted by: Fran H on 2010-01-03, 13:52:12

Sweetheart the first port of call is your Doctor. Tell him your problems and ask him to refer you to the right Agency. You must be absolutely sure that you want to kick the habit and of course as is usual you will need to find a new circle of friends and rid yourself of those who would drag you back down the path of Drugs. Make an appointment to see your Doctor, go to the Surgery, take a deep breath and take the first step which is always the hardest, but when you are free of Cocaine then you will look back and realise you have saved your life. Maybe when you are free of drugs you could perhaps do a course in counselling to help others. Do take the first step please. Caring Mum

Posted by: JRM on 2010-01-03, 14:57:02

Most addiction help services will have a confidentiality policy. I know its scary, but its worth it. Its really brave of you to look for help.

Posted by: Munkstump on 2010-01-03, 18:06:57

The sad truth is, 90% of the time, these so called "friends " abandon you when you try to quit. One of the hardest parts of quitting drugs is not the chemical addiction. It's the social addiction. Sure, maybe alcohol and cigarettes can be abused in solitary. But cocaine and other "party drugs " are usually used by people who hang out with other users, even if they are not using it at the same time. It is possible to have a nightlife without using them. Think about it, most of the good dealers don't use them. But they are at every party. Maybe you shouldn't tell your friends that you are quitting. People say it's harder to quit alone, but I think it is actually easier to measure your progress against people who aren't quitting. You can see how much better you are doing, almost instantly. The other hard part of any addiction is trying to find something to replace the euphoria that is now missing. Unfortunately, too many people just find a different drug to do. Have you tried getting another job? Having two jobs might make it easier to get your mind off partyland. I know, that sounds like a horrible answer. But if you concentrate on work for a few years, even just 2, instead of partying, the social network you create will be much more rewarding than the one you have now. Unless all of your friends have wealthy parents, there is little chance of upward movement for them if this lifestyle continues. If you are at work, making $, you wont be home , bored, thinking about "going out ". The people you will meet will be other hard workers, who have goals beyond "this weekend ". If you want to meet someone to travel with or marry, it is easier to do it when cocaine is not present.

Posted by: Chris on 2010-01-05, 21:22:39

You're brave for recognizing your problem. It might seem scary but addiction treatment is worth a new, sober life. I think you should tell friends and family closest to you. They can help you and offer support during this time of need. Don't give up and I hope everything works out for you.