ive been on this site reading for 2 years. I have only posted once or twice in the beginning. I had a counseling meeting today regarding my 15 year old son. He has been drinking, smoking pot, and taking different prescription pills on and off for 2 years. I am not sure which one is most, the on or the off. The dr. suggested I send him to a residential treatment center or a wilderness program. I am so scared. Does anyone have any first hand experience with these programs from a child, self, or family member/friend? I live in NC. WOuld like to find a place relatively close. Within 4-5 hrs. since family participation is needed a few times a month.
As for me, I am on day 8 without alcohol which happens to be my substance of choice. I can not say I have been completely sober for 8 days though. I have dabbled in a little weed, and a few prescription narcotics to get through my first 8 days without beer. My first 8 day stretch in about 2 years, only 2nd time in about 7 years.
I appreciate any response. I am desperate for my son. Very smart in school, well liked by friends, no trouble with the law. He just thinks nothing is wrong with using and he doesnt seem to mind being careless. I do not have to look through his room, he often leaves things almost out in the open. Tells me he doesnt have an issue, if anyone does it is me. He says he'll never speak to me again if i make him go to treatment, if anyone needs treatment it is me.
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