Posted 1/27/2014 by Mark Miclette
The day my son agreed to go to rehab it felt like a huge weight had been lifted from my shoulders. He was finally going to get the help he needed. To be honest, after the chaos and drama his addiction had brought to our lives, tucking him safely into... Read more
Posted 2/3/2014 by Mark Miclette
When an alcoholic quits drinking he never has to taste liquor again. A recovering cocaine addict can escape that substance for life by choosing to avoid it. But as an ex-opiate user, your situation can be trickier. There may be times during your reco... Read more
Posted 1/27/2014 by Mark Miclette
I first became aware of my son's drug use when he was a teenager and I went through all the normal emotions of shock, fear, anger and confusion. He wasn't exposed to alcohol or drugs growing up. I don't drink or do drugs. On weekends we went to all t... Read more
Posted 2/3/2014 by Mark Miclette
You are probably aware that Driving Under the Influence doesn't just apply to drinking but also using drugs, so if you smoke weed or snort cocaine before getting behind the wheel and the cops pull you over, you run the risk of going to jail for a DUI... Read more
Posted 2/3/2014 by Mark Miclette
He “gets” you. Nobody has ever gotten you before. He is smart, hot, funny and compassionate. You cannot imagine a future without him, but he recently told you he is a recovering addict. The knot in the pit of your stomach is growing by the day. You k... Read more
Posted 2/3/2014 by Mark Miclette
I was a few blocks from the house when my son called. “Mom, you need to get home quick! My probation officer is here and they want to search my room. Please get here.”As I raced home my mind was going in a thousand different directions but by the tim... Read more
Posted 1/6/2014 by Mark Miclette
In the beginning, you were thrilled that your loved one started attending 12-step meetings to get a handle on his or her drug issues. And at first, it felt like things were finally turning around, but lately you are seeing the signs of relapse. Wheth... Read more
Posted 2/3/2014 by Mark Miclette
Some of the most difficult and most common drugs to withdraw from are opiates. The withdrawal is a short but incredibly uncomfortable experience, but if you are determined enough, you can undertake your withdrawal at home. The physical withdrawal ... Read more
