Families & Friends Of Addicts Support Group
Addiction affects more than just the individual. This community is dedicated to the families and friends of individuals suffering from any form of addiction. Mental health professionals are increasingly considering alcoholism and addiction as diseases that flourish in and are enabled by family systems. Family members react to the addicted person with particular behavioral...
I have a 24 year old son who we found out has been huffing air duster. My husband and I are so sad. He recently started having what the doctor thinks are seizures. Not sure if it is related to drugs. Has anyone else had experience with huffing and it's effects? Any ideas about treatment? What we are finding out is air dust huffing is pretty new and the "in" thing.
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
What I did was to educate myself on this horrific disease called addiction. Then I found myself a good support group. Al-anon or nar-anon are groups out there for US that will support us and help us to maintain our peace and serenity. This is a very hard long road to walk, but we can get better and there is always hope. You have found a great place here at Daily Strength.
I will light my prayer candle for your son, and please do keep us posted. It helps so much to reach out to others that truly understand your pain. Until you find your light, you can borrow some of mine.
(((Hugs)))
EllaBlue..OH and PO is right, drugs can cause seizures and other horrible physical things to our addicts.