How do i get my mom off drugs....?

Question

my mom is a coke addict, how do i get her to quit, shes promised me three times shed stop, and i dont knwo what to do now...my friend told me to run away from home and tell her ill be back when shes clean, but im sure that would make her worst

i cant report her, because i have to think about my family, me and my brother would have to move in with my dad, but my half sister, would be put into foster care, my step dad is also in the same position as my mom

Answer 1

First, I am sorry that you are in this situation. It must be very difficult for you and I hope it works out.
You need to seek professional help immediately. This situation is complex and will require an expert to help you.
Do not try to face it alone. Also keep in mind you can not change an addict by talking to them, begging them, crying, running away, getting angry......they have to decide to change themselves.
Call the local United Way office, county drug prevention office, or call a hotline. You have to get an expert, impartial, adult involved.
Be strong, your mom will blame you, as someone on drugs puts the drugs ahead of family, friends, health and jobs. But this is her fault.
DO NOT disrupt your life by taking drugs yourself, smoking, drinking, getting kicked out of school. Best wishes.

Answer 2

There is no easy answer to this question, your Mother has to want to get clean. If you are old enough to leave home that is what you should do, or maybe you have a relative that will let you live with them. You can not save your Mother and you are putting yourself at risk by staying. I don't believe your Mom will get worse if you move out. I'm sorry to tell you this but she is on a path of self destruction, and she will destroy herself weather you are there or not. You need to get away for yourself. In no way am I telling you not to love your Mom or care about her, but there is nothing you can do to help her if she don't want the help.

Answer 3

All the suggestions here are great. Your mom will need professional assistance to get over this disease. She will not be able to do it without help, probably medical.

You are a very loving person to help you mom in this way. It takes lots of courage and love to become a parent's caretaker. It is a position that has little rewards and can produce guilt. You are a very special person!

Answer 4

Find NarcaNon or Alateen, in your area, and go to some meetings. Try the phone book white pages. If you can't find them go/call AA (Alcoholics Anonymous) or CA (Cocaine Anonymous) or NA (Narcotics Anonymous) and tell them your situation. They can direct you to help.