Hi Bifters, welcome to the forum. Everyone here has a loved one with addictions and there are also people in recovery offering support and advice too.
I agree with Mestre, it’s a very difficult thing to do to admit you have a problem and want support.
Please don’t beat yourself up about it either. I think you know you’re ready to accept help.
My son has alcohol and cocaine addictions currently in early recovery thankfully.
He was about to lose everything, his job, flat, car, his friends, nearly his family and if he kept going- his life.
He joined AA and CA groups, gained a wealth of knowledge and wonderful support from these guys. He’s had a few relapses, but I believe this is normal.
Unfortunately, he had to stay away from his life long friends as this triggers the need to use. A few know his situation and respect his wishes.
It’s a change of lifestyle but what’s the alternative…?
Read the other threads, families get ripped apart by addictions. Please seek help before it gets worse, if you can confide in a close friend or relative.
Keep posting here and update us.
You can totally do this my friend ❤ Lx