Teenage Drinking

I just found out my son/daughter is taking drinking, taking drugs and is an alcoholic?

This is difficult. There is that sense of urgency and panic. Maybe you have discovered some alcohol/drugs in your child’s sock drawer, or perhaps they have displayed the signs and symptoms of alcohol or drug use.

You suddenly begin to notice issues in their friends that are raising alarm bells. You begin to argue with your child about where they're going and with who to do what.

Suddenly you realize that your child is almost always ANGRY.

Your inclination is to confront them and put a stop to it, but the likely outcome of that is going to be a huge argument and hurt feelings.

It is necessary to stop the alcohol/drug abuse. It’s serious business, so we strongly encourage you to seek professional help.

Because your child is involved, there is an emotional attachment that all too often gets in the way of a practical solution to the problem. Take a deep breath and get some help.

It's important to pick up the phone and call groups like Alanon or Alateen for their guidance. These groups will give you solid information, support and help you plan the best course of action.

If your child has been using, you may consider an intervention. People seldom admit that they have a problem, or even the potential for a problem, and therefore it is necessary to take steps to help.

Your child's state of denial is extremely strong. You need help to deal with that component of the problem. This first hurtle is often one of the most difficult and many parents never get their child past denial.

An alcohol/drug interventionist will help you bring the problem into the open and formulate a strategy for helping your child.

Don’t be the Lone Ranger. Call for help. Contact groups, or the local alcoholism treatment center, or maybe even you physician. But don’t try to handle this on your own. The stakes are too high.

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