Can I have a boyfriend in inpatient rehab?
My boyfriend of 2 years - but best friend of 4 - has decided he needed to go to rehab. We have talked many times about him going before but I never pushed because - he needed to make that decision for himself. When he was ready. I have read many stories on here - about people going into rehab and falling in love there - or emotional ...
What happens when you know someone in rehab?
Nov 02, 2018 · Anyway, back to you. I’d just say, know things take way longer than you might want or hope. Time is healing. Go slow. Take all the support you can get. Keep breathing and don’t rush. And know it’s just so hard to estimate the healing your BF needs, and that rehab is great but coming out can be shaky and it’s just all part of the process.
What to avoid when a loved one returns home from rehab?
Mar 18, 2018 · It will help pass the time while he's in rehab and you might get some great insight. If you have any Al-anon or Nar-Anon meetings closeby, you might consider going to several. Those meetings will give you some insight into the 12step process that he is most likely being exposed to in rehab. It will help you speak the same language.
What does it mean when your loved one graduates from rehab?
My boyfriend is going to rehab. My boyfriend (22M) is heading to rehab to quit smoking weed and gaming next month. I think he's making the right choice since his addiction has negatively impacted his life pretty badly. We've been together for 2 years and he's my whole world. We have plans to move in together and get married and everyday I fall ...
What to do after addiction?
Healing after addiction means you have to remember what makes you smile, what makes you vibrant, and what makes you, you. Try to think back to who you were before addiction took over your loved one’s life – and before it took over yours.
Is addiction a family disease?
Everyone knows that addiction is a family disease. Much like cancer – when someone is stricken with the disease of addiction EVERYONE is affected. And often times, not knowing what to do can be harmful to your loved one who has recently graduated from an addiction recovery program. But families that have seen addiction first hand aren’t always ...
How to avoid making your own recovery plan?
Avoid Making Your Own Recovery Plan This is especially important if your addicted loved one is a teenager or still living at home. Make sure the plan has doable, realistic goals and consequences if he fails to meet those goals. Bring up the Past It’s a given that your loved one hurt you with his drug use.
What to do before a loved one leaves rehab?
Before your loved one leaves rehab, he will sit down with counselors and develop a detailed aftercare plan. This will make his transition back into the “real” world much easier.
What to do if your loved one relapses?
Be Afraid of Sparking a Relapse Despite the myths, nothing you do or say you can cause him to relapse; you simply don’t have that much power. If your loved one relapses, it’s not your fault. You didn’t force him to do anything. Be honest about your feelings, without the fear of the consequences.