[bt1978]

Hi SMK

Lots of my posts have been removed lately asnim not suppose to talk about myself apparently so all I can day is your brother had a similar background to me, and also seems to be in a spot I was.

Addiction stems from many different things and also manifests itself in many different ways – for some people its drugs, alcohol others gambling, sex, spending, eating – it can be anything really.

Additionally he has the PTSD which is going to make things even more complicated for him as that isnt an easy thing to live with at all.

You cant help him unfortunately, but the good news is that if he is ready to get help there is a ton out there you just have to be ready and willing.

A good start is a chat with a GP as addiction is physical and mental and we end up doing all sorts to our health.

He could also speak to a drug counsellor – lots if them operate by zoom or Skype right now.

He can also use AA or NA meetings which will be full of people with similar issues, backgrounds etc. They are also on zoom and he could sit in and observe and see if its helpful in any way at all and perhaps focus on similarities not differences? It’s free, anonymous and very supportive. There are meetings 247 as well all he needs is a zoom account

[smk97]

Thank you so much for your reply! I think you’re right, he just needs to be willing to get the help that he needs so hopefully that isn’t too far in the future. It’s good to hear from someone who has been in a similar situation and that there is light at the end of the tunnel! And thank you for all of the helpful suggestions, it’s good to know there is so much help put there. This has given me a more positive outlook on the current situation 🙂

[bt1978]

No worries, part of me getting better is trying to help others though its limited because of the pandemic and often I repeat my advice, I do believe it to be true though!

People end up in active addiction for many reasons. Some people even have very good upbringing in wealthy homes but still end up in trouble. The best thing to do for now is focus on what you can do right now, today and take it a day at a time. He clearly has alot of stuff going on so just take it easy, baby steps and he will get there if he does the right things.

I promise it’s possible to recover. I have seen it

I do know one thing is that I am yet to see a real full blown addict get better without some type of support. He’s lucky to have you looking out for him

[smk97]

This has made me so much more optimistic! Like you say, I will just have to take it day by day and believe that he will get better. Thanks again 🙂

[bt1978]

Keep us updated in here and I wish him good luck

[smk97]

I will do, thank you so much! 🙂

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