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I am an addict and have been for the past 10 yrs
Posted by A mother that needs help on 3 January 2016.
I have 3 children and have lost 1 to my sister she has been with her since she was 3 she is 9 now i also have a 3 and 2 year old, a script taskes 6-8 weeks to get sorted. I cant afford a rehab and im also fighting with social services too, my kids are well presented and my house is tidy i want help now please can any one help me
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CANT TAKE NO MORE
20 Feb 2016
Hi ... How brave of you to ask for help ...that's your first step and a great decision...Adfam are a great resource and will point you in the right direction... Keep fighting to get clean, never give up...I wish you well hun xxxx
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A mother that needs help
3 Jan 2016