Any advice? Resources? I was reminded of the reason that initially got me to SW. I was...

SW-User

There are plenty of online sources available. You need to find help for yourself before you can figure out how to help your son. Some of these links might help guide you in the right direction:

https://www.narconon.org/drug-abuse/rules/

https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/family-friend-portal/tips-help-cope/#gref

https://drugfree.org/parent-blog/want-help-adult-family-member-friend-drug-alcohol-problem-7-suggestions/

https://www.hazeldenbettyford.org/articles/when-loved-one-is-addicted

I wish you the best of luck. 🤗

hlpflwthat · M

what to do to get my son off drugs

You've spoken with 3 therapists & a doctor and you're still using the term 'drugs?'

That alone could have something to do with your son ignoring your position. If you want to truly influence someone's decision(s) it will help you to know your topic well.

samueltyler2 · 80-89, M

What does he use? All you can do is be there for him and try to help, Don't be directly confrontational. If he uses opioid, be sure you have naloxone (aka Narcan) in case he overdoses.

SW-User

tough love
long term rehab and a supervised step down programme into society

Rambler · 61-69, M

I’ve been through this with my son. Message if you would like.

PhoenixPhail · M

He's going to have to find something that feels better to him than how the drugs make him feel. But even if there's something like that - something he has a passion for - he's going to have to want to take steps to make the change.

Have you tried a 12-step group?

SW-User

I’ve lost many friends to drugs and alcohol abuse over the years . 🤗

Justin49

If it's heroin that's the worst one

Love4All · 56-60, F

Thank you

MartinTheFirst · 26-30, M

Teach him why he shouldn't. You can't force him to get off drugs... If he's a believer in God, then the Bible is pretty useful for quitting addictions, just remind him of that.