Why do drug addicts and alcoholics?

Question

act like they deserve a medal for becoming sober. if they hadn't abused the stuff in the first place they wouldn't have to get over it.

well kimmi u sound like a drug addict

i'm not saying they shouldn't be happy they are off it, but you don't deserve a celebration for figuring out what everybody else already knew.

i'm not a fool, i didn't have to figure out that drugs are bad. i stay away from them, and consequently i don't put anyone elses life in danger by lets say driving drunk or high.

Answer 1

I know..... I have a "friend" thats having a one year sobor party...????? WTF.


Gee did we forget all the **** she stole and all the horrible crap she did for the last 10 years??? Addicts are really just children..who want attention!! And I am one, so I know

Answer 2

It's a huge step to become sober and maintain sobriety. Often, the addiction stems from other issues that they have also dealt with to not run back to a substance. Everyone has issues whether they are bothersome or not, but when issues compound and lead to addiction there's whole new level of dealing that goes on. Yes, if the substance was never used, there may not be the issue of addiction, but not many people think that getting drunk one time will lead to constant use. I didn't. By the way, I've overcome addiction and I don't expect a medal. I only talk about it if it's purposeful. I'm a generally humble sort of person, though. Maybe the medal seeking behavior is a result of the personality of the person.

Oftentimes, if you haven't experienced something, then you just might not understand. You're entitled to your opinion, of course, but your opinion doesn't need to insult people.

Answer 3

It's cool with me if they give themselves medals. A pat on the back, maybe. But yeah, they don't "deserve" anything from anyone else for getting over an addiction or substance abuse. At the same time, there's nothing wrong with telling someone in that situation, "Good job," or, "Way to not let it take control of your life any longer."

Answer 4

Society has brain washed a lot of people thinking that alcholism and drug addiction is a disease. We learn by those around us (which then explains "heriditary" duh!) and form these habits which then become addiction as they affect dopamine, etc.

There is a reward system for those who have recovered and it is ment to restore self-worth and esteem. Many give back and many are proud of their accomplishments.

Dont get me wrong, I applaud any one who is sober and clean. The best is actually think before you start doing things that take you down that long road before hand. Crystal Meth addiction is said to happen during the first high. Why risk it?

I have addicts in my own family and therefore, I shall never use...

Answer 5

No one goes through life with the goal of becoming an addict. Yes, if they never abused the drug to begin with, they wouldn't have become addicts. But drugs and alcohol can create a feeling unlike any other, and the only way to obtain that feeling is through drugs. It's easy to get sucked in to addiction, especially if you're going through some hard times. But addiction can hit people even if their life is just grand. A lot of people have addictive personalities, and all it takes is one try to start becoming an addict. They might not be addicts right away, but they will go back to the only thing that can make them feel the way they did when they were under the influence. Eventually, they will become an addict. Alcohol is meant to be drunk in moderation, so if you have ever gotten drunk, you have abused alcohol. If so, you have no right to say that if a person never abused the drug, they wouldn't have become an addict. You might not have the personality that craves being drunk. But there are many people out there that flip a switch inside of them from the first time they experience being drunk (or under the influence of any drug). I know I sure don't have that switch, but I have friends who have become addicted to alcohol. It pains me to see them in that situation, and I have seen them struggle through their alcoholism. It's not an easy drug to give up, esspecially because the drug is legal, and it is everywhere people want to have a good time. When my friend tells me he has been sober for over a year I can be nothing less than happy for him, because although he was at one point in his life weak, he is today a stronger person who has overcome addiction. Drug addiction is a very difficult thing to overcome, and rewarding them with praise is the least bit I can do to help them through. They need encouragment, and they need support. If a friend calls on me for support, I will be there from them. Addiction is someting that has taken over the addicts life, and the only way to defeat addiction is to become more powerful, and to take power away from the drug. That means being proud of overcoming addiction. You're right, it's their fault for ever abusing alcohol (or any drug) in the first place, but you have to understand that no one intends on becoming a drug addict. But since you can show no support to someone who overcomes addiction, please, for the rest of your life, never get drunk from alcohol, and only drink in moderation. Because getting drunk from alcohol is alcohol abuse. And since you blame them for abusing the drug to begin with, then don't be a hypocrite by abusing a drug (by getting drunk from alcohol).

Answer 6

Well you deserve a medal for being a judgmental, bigotted fool. Some people actually cannot help their addictions (genetics, diseases) while others can't cope with life well. Fortunately, most normal, caring people applaud someone who is sober - just like we are happy for other people who succeed in life.

Answer 7

They found it so hard to break the addiction, that the thought of deserving a medal keeps them on track from returning to the addiction.

Answer 8

there are couple reasons why an ex addict think a medal is in order...

1) because its very hard to truly quit an addiction

2) much like anyone who is overly successful, the type of success involved with quiting an addiction, needs to have a state of mind of invincability...like you got to be cocky and seriously confident to put it behind you

Answer 9

It should be a private celebration if you don't want to be a part of it but the hell out, good for them for having the courage and strength to overcome an addiction. You will have a much harder time overcoming your ignorance.

Answer 10

In the famous words of Clint Eastwood's 'Dirty' Harry Callahan, "A man's got to know his limitations."
Knowing when to say "when" is important.

But let's not be too harsh on people who couldn't avoid learning the hard way; substance abuse is an ugly thing in which to be involved.

ANYONE in recovery should be congratulated for their change of life, not matter how recently it occurred.

Answer 11

why not if do something good in ones life they want to brag about it /maybe if you walked into the path of these recovering addicts you would understand ....metal no but a pat on the back and a little understanding goes a long way