This is what might go through the head of a drug addict before checking into rehab.
“I’ve been a drug addict most of my adult life. I know if I quit, it will open up a lot of doors for me that was previously closed because all I cared about were drugs. I want to quit, but all I can think about is how the drugs make me feel and I want to get high so bad. I think about it constantly when I am awake.
“I’ve talked to family, friends, and medical professionals. They tell me if I will go into a rehab program that I can learn the tools necessary to fight my drug addiction. I can join a self-help group where we work and bond together to help each other out. I’ll be under medical care as my body goes through the withdrawal process. I’m told this is one of the most important steps, to have medical staff on hand during the withdrawal phase.
“It would be nice to plan a future. All I seem to think about is my next high and because of that, I have not planned a future, a life, or a career. I used to be a bright student with my future planned out, but getting into drugs the summer after high school changed all that. I never would have dreamed ten years ago that I’ld be 27, living in my parents’ house, and letting life pass me by; yet, here I am.
“I can’t hold a job with this addiction of mine. I’ve been fired from eight jobs already. My parents told me they’ll feed me and keep a roof over my head, but they will not give me money for drugs. My friends have stopped loaning me money. I’m on a downward spiral spinning faster these days.
“I’m a drug addict and I need to quit. I’ve lost all respect for myself and I feel like a failure as a human being. Without the drugs being so readily at my disposal though, I am wondering if perhaps this time, I really can quit. The need is still there just as strong as ever but there seems to be clarity and a desire to be more. My mother tells me she thinks that this time I can really make it. I have my family behind me. I have an appointment this afternoon to check into rehab. Wish me luck.”
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