What should I do if I think a friend or relative has a drug problem?
Response from Daniel....
Think about your relationships, what they mean to you, what you want them to be. Thinks about the comfort zone of communication that generally exists between you and those you care about. Oftentimes a drug problem, or any other addiction of mental health issue, is the "pink elephant" in the room. There is avoidance and shame associated with it. The challenge is to bring the relationship to a deeper level of understanding, truth and intimacy by operating outside of the comfort zone and broach the unspeakables. Being concerned, you may ask questions or, more directly, express your concerns that the behaviors you're observing are problematic, and are of concern and that seeking help may be necessary. Being able to have conversation is the key, as the next action steps to be taken will likely become evident to you.
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Response from Daniel....
Think about your relationships, what they mean to you, what you want them to be. Thinks about the comfort zone of communication that generally exists between you and those you care about. Oftentimes a drug problem, or any other addiction of mental health issue, is the "pink elephant" in the room. There is avoidance and shame associated with it. The challenge is to bring the relationship to a deeper level of understanding, truth and intimacy by operating outside of the comfort zone and broach the unspeakables. Being concerned, you may ask questions or, more directly, express your concerns that the behaviors you're observing are problematic, and are of concern and that seeking help may be necessary. Being able to have conversation is the key, as the next action steps to be taken will likely become evident to you.