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The Life or Death Decision to Get Your Loved One to Rehab
Over my many years of working in the substance abuse field with Narconon, I have often heard these words: “My child (or spouse) is using alcohol and/or drugs, and it is causing them harm. They are failing in life, and I am afraid that they will die from this. What should I do?”
A Lifetime of Sobriety
I started drinking when I was 14. I had made it to 17 and in my junior year of high school with just drinking and not using drugs. But I tried marijuana for the first time on December 31, 1971.
Is Addiction an Incurable Disease? My Perspective
Is addiction an incurable disease? My name is Joe, and I once believed it was until Narconon helped me turn my life around. Now, 22 years clean, I’m thriving, and there’s no struggle or cravings—just genuine happiness.
The Door to My Drug-Free Life
There had to be something else in life that was different from this day-to-day life of being a drug addict. And what was amazing about this program is that I felt so much better after about 80 days being in the program and finishing the purification program. This opened up the door to a drug-free life, and it was exactly what I was looking for before I came and was sitting on a chair in my backyard thinking.
Why Addicts Return to Drugs: The Underlying Problem
Trying to kick a bad habit can be huge for people struggling with drug addiction. It can be even harder for those trying to help a loved one who can’t seem to stop. Many who take illegal or prescription drugs cycle in and out of rehab programs only to find themselves back where they started. This seemingly endless cycle may leave loved ones wondering why these programs fail to achieve long-term success.
Addiction Doesn’t Only Affect the Addicted
Photo by George Chambers/Pexels.com When major news outlets report on the drug abuse and overdoses, it's the use that get's most of the attention. At first glance, addiction may seem like one person's problem, but it has a much larger ripple effect than even the media has represented.
Finding Friends in Sobriety
Rehab can be a challenging experience, but it offers the chance to meet supportive friends who understand your struggles. These relationships provide a sense of camaraderie, support, and motivation that is hard to find elsewhere. The friends you make in rehab can offer valuable insights, hold you accountable, and inspire you on your recovery journey.
Narconon Student Shares Experience with Drug Replacement Therapy
Is drug replacement therapy a good idea? Here’s what one of our students has to say about his experience.
I Found the Tools to Turn My Life Around Thanks to the Narconon Program
I am very excited to see what the future holds for me and my family. I have lots of hope that it will be a much better life because at this point, it can only be better.
I Was Able to Rebuild Myself Into the Man that Is the True, Authentic Me
I’ve learned that nothing will change unless you want it to and to give yourself a fair chance to get sober. Nothing in life worth getting is going to be easy, but it’ll be worth it.