Im 14 and My dad has been on cocaine n 3 yrs go he switched to crack.. I confronted him about how it was hurting me that he was doing that but it just isnt getting through to him.. idk wht i can do anymore bc hes not the same
2006-12-07 12:22:18 · 20 answers · asked by jessica_teska 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Crack Head Dad!
I would tell you school and then they will step in to seek help for him! If you dont then your just getting him worse and he will die of crack.
It's up to you to put this on the table and get help for yourself.
2006-12-07 12:43:16 · answer #1 · answered by gallagher g 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow sweetie, I feel for you! Do you have other family you could talk to? A close friend?
Unfortunately, your dad is an addict, he can no longer control what he wants. The drugs tell him what to do and say. If you have a safe place to move to then you might want to consider that. Maybe the shock of losing you would awaken him. Do you have a mom? If she is at home with you and him, tell her she needs to make him stop or you'll leave. If there is no mom please talk to your grandparents if possible. If family or close friends don't work out then talk to a counselor at school. Doing that could cause the state to step in, so make sure you are ready for that move first. IM me if you wish to talk.
2006-12-07 20:34:24 · answer #2 · answered by happyfarmerswife 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its very addictive,especially within a few hours of dropping.Its also psychologically addicting weeks later.The crack is caked in the lungs and it lingers.I'm sorry to say that it's very serious.You should have an alternative adult to relate too.I had a few binges on that and I'm telling you on personal experience you can't believe a word a crackhead says.They can burn cash quicker than you can brush your teeth.My best wishes and concern.Go get some friends you'll need them.
2006-12-07 20:31:41 · answer #3 · answered by moaistatue 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So sorry. Your father is an addict. He's addicted to a substance that quickly removes the user from all sense and logic. That's a very tough situation. I've known lots of people who've lost EVERYTHING from using the crack pipe, posessions, families, even their lives. It's the worst stuff that the Devil ever foisted upon mankind!
2006-12-07 20:25:54 · answer #4 · answered by loon_mallet_wielder 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Darlin, first thing you need to remember is that HE is the only one who can stop himself. If he is an addict (and it sounds like he is), he physically has a disease that he cannot control. Second thing to remember: it is NOT your fault that he is doing it in the first place, or if he continues. It is your job now to take responsibility for making sure YOU are healthy. Like some of the other answers suggested, I would talk to a counselor at school, and/or seek out an Alateen meeting. They are everywhere, and will really help you to understand his disease better and make sure you stay mentally and emotionally healthy.
2006-12-07 20:29:46 · answer #5 · answered by Chemist Chele 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I feel for you, but there is nothing that you can do for him.
He has to hit bottom. what his bottom will be nobody will no. when someone is addicted to crack its very very hard to come off of. Don't feel as if he does not love you. He does but he really is caught by this wicked drug.
All you can do is Pray or wish him well. because he needs that more than anything.
Good Luck.
2006-12-07 20:27:44 · answer #6 · answered by ms_swampy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its simple ,hes a crackhead,you and your family need to do an intervention before he sells the house for a rock.You wont get thru to him as long as his mind is in the fog of crack smoke. He needs your help now.
2006-12-07 20:27:02 · answer #7 · answered by Droptine s 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
crack is a very controlling substance...more so than alcohol or pot or snorting coke for that matter....sometimes ppl wanna stop but the position they have already put themselves in leaves them feeling guilty and the only way to escape those feelings is to go get high again...again i say this is a highly(no pun intended)addicting drug...my daughter lived your life with me...i finally had enough and realized my life and my family were #1...always let him know you ,love him but will not tolerate his use...sometimes you have to be the adult because he is not thinking clearly...get help from a trusted friend and someone he will trust also...you could also have him put in jail...sometimes getting locked up makes a person think and it gives them time to sober up...they also have doctors in there to help...good luck hun and if you need to talk you can email me.... zero_krizma@earthlink.net
2006-12-08 03:12:38 · answer #8 · answered by frozen_fish_on_a_skateboard 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wow. Thats hard. But you've already done all that you can do. My dad, as well, was a drug addict for much of his life. When I told him that it was upsetting me and that I didnt want to lose him, he really took it to heart. HOWEVER, you can't change people. Only God can. Its up to him. How do other people play a role in this? Surely, you cant be alone.
2006-12-07 20:26:04 · answer #9 · answered by hopeful monster! 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I was on drugs for 10 years and everyone kept telling me that I was hurting them and those around me..I didn't care..i just wanted to get high..you can't make your dad quit until he gets ready to quit. Just continue to tell him he's hurting you and hope for the best...When he gets sick enough he'll quit..thinking of you
2006-12-07 20:27:58 · answer #10 · answered by chilover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋