I am about to start outpatient treatment for drug addiction, how do I tell my family?
Question by anonymous tipster: I am about to start outpatient treatment for drug addiction, how do I tell my family?
I have been addicted to painkillers for over three years now, and recently it has taken complete and total control of my life. Everyday is surrounded by obtaining drugs and doing them. That is all that matters. I have lost all of my money and belongings and just want to get my life back on track.
I have decided Monday morning I am starting an outpatient treatment program to try and remain sober. I told my wonderful girlfriend and she couldn’t be happier, I am so lucky to have such a supporting woman in my life. I have kept this to myself and no one knows my addiction other then her and my dealer. I would love to tell my familty to get their support, but my family isn’t too supportive.
I feel that if I told my family they would look down on me. I don’t have the best relationship with my parents and I feel and know that they will just put me down. I want to tell them and really do need their support to recover completely. I just don’t know how to tell them?
Anyone ever gone through this, what would you suggest? Thanks.
Best answer:
Answer by George
Don’t tell them yet. Part of your treatment will be to provide support for you during this time. Wait until you have that support first. Then bring up the problem in the treatment group. This is a common problem that others will be struggling with, and you can handle it better when you have support from a group like that. This is a decision you don’t need to make right now.
Answer by Captainscar
you said they arent supportive, are you sure you should tell them?
im only saying this because some families can be really cruel, and seeing as you are in a delicate place now maybe you should wait until you feel more stronger mentally and physically and feel you can face them.
Or if you really do like their support, how about you tell one family member that you trust the most and with that person tell the rest of the family. you would be testing the grounds and would have the support of that family member when telling the rest, which would be easier on you and very helpful.
Goodluck and congrats for facing your demons!!
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I obtained this condition above my left ankle about a couple of years ago playing soccer. It really hasn’t gone away; when I poke at that area, it feels like a fresh painful bruise. I’m able to run and move around since the injury is above where my sneaker tops off.
I heard that acupuncture is helpful. Your suggestions are welcome.
Thanks.
Best answer:
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Answer by Jeffrey
Looks like applying heat for 4-6 weeks/corticosteroid injections or surgery is the basic treatments. Below is a good article on the subject.
ANKLE TENOSYNOVITIS
Inflammation of a tendon or the lining of a tendon sheath in the ankle. This lining secretes a fluid that lubricates the tendon. When the lining becomes inflamed, the tendon cannot glide smoothly in its covering.
BODY PARTS INVOLVED
Any ankle tendon and its lining.
Soft tissue in the surrounding area, including blood vessels, nerves, ligaments, periosteum (covering to bone) and connective tissue.
SIGNS & SYMPTOMS
Constant pain or pain with motion.
Limited motion of the ankle.
Crepitation (a “crackling” sound when the tendon moves or is touched).
Heat and redness over the inflamed tendon.
CAUSES
Strain from unusual use or overuse of muscles and tendons in the ankle.
Direct blow or injury to the ankle. Tenosynovitis becomes more likely with repeated ankle injury.
Infection introduced through broken skin at the time of injury or through a surgical incision after injury.
RISK INCREASES WITH
Contact sports, especially kicking sports such as football or soccer.
Skiing.
If surgery is needed, surgical risk increases with smoking, poor nutrition, alcoholism or drug abuse, and recent or chronic illness.
HOW TO PREVENT
Engage in a vigorous program of physical conditioning before beginning regular sports participation.
Warm up adequately before practice or competition.
Wear protective footgear appropriate for your sport.
Learn proper moves and techniques for your sport.
WHAT TO EXPECT APPROPRIATE HEALTH CARE
Doctor’s examination and diagnosis.
Surgery (sometimes) to enlarge the tendon’s covering and restore a smooth gliding motion. The surgical procedure under general anesthesia is performed in an outpatient surgical facility or hospital operating room.
DIAGNOSTIC MEASURES
Your own observations of symptoms and signs.
Medical history and physical examination by your doctor.
X-rays of the area to rule out other abnormalities.
Laboratory studies: Blood and urine studies before surgery. Tissue examination after surgery.
POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS
Prolonged healing time if activity is resumed too soon.
Proneness to repeated injury.
Adhesive tenosynovitis: The tendon and its covering become bound together. Restriction of motion may be complete or partial. Surgery is necessary to remove the covering or transfer the tendon to a less constrictive area.
Constrictive tenosynovitis: The walls of the covering thicken and narrow, preventing the tendon from sliding through. Surgery is necessary to cut away part of the covering.
PROBABLE OUTCOME
Tenosynovitis of the ankle is usually curable in about 6 weeks with heat treatments, corticosteroid injections and rest of the inflamed area. Recovery is usually quicker if the inflammation is caused from a direct blow rather than from a sprain or strain.
HOW TO TREAT
Follow your doctor’s instructions. These instructions are supplemental.
FIRST AID
None. This problem develops slowly.
CONTINUING CARE
If surgery is not necessary, you may need a walking-boot cast for 10 to 14 days. See Appendix 2 (Care of Casts). Then wrap the ankle with an elasticized bandage until healing is complete.
Apply heat frequently. Use heat lamps, hot soaks, hot showers, heating pads, or heat liniments and ointments.
Take whirlpool treatments, if available.
MEDICATION
You may use non-prescription drugs such as acetaminophen for minor pain. Your doctor may prescribe: Stronger pain relievers. Don’t take prescription pain medication longer than 4 to 7 days. Use only as much as you need.
Injection of the tendon covering with a long-acting local anesthetic and a non-absorbable corticosteroid to relieve pain and inflammation.
ACTIVITY
Resume normal activity slowly.
DIET
During recovery, eat a well-balanced diet that includes extra protein, such as meat, fish, poultry, cheese, milk and eggs. Increase fiber and fluid intake to prevent constipation that may result from decreased activity. Your doctor may suggest vitamin and mineral supplements to promote healing.
REHABILITATION
Begin daily rehabilitation exercises when supportive wrapping is no longer needed.
Use ice massage for 10 minutes before and after exercise. Fill a large Styrofoam cup with water and freeze. Tear a small amount of foam from the top so ice protrudes. Massage firmly over the injured area in a circle about the size of a softball.
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Do you think it’s okay to be advertising medication for kids so young?
Best answer:
Answer by Zorro
is it any worse than advertising snickers as a snack or pop as a thirst quencher?
Answer by Blessed
I think it is terrible that they do that.
But some people whose kids have ADHD are unaware of that fact and
maybe seeing on tv what the symptoms are, they would realize that “hey, my kid is
like that”, would take them to get checked for it.
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