Gone
Drowning...........
Swallowed by all.
Struggling.........
by all the hurdles.
Sinking........
deeper and deeper.
Darkness........
no light.
Breath......
no air.
Trapped......
no way out.
All is lost..........
my choice is gone.
- DrugFacts: Understanding Drug Abuse and Addiction | National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
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Inner Torment
During the time of my son's heavy drug usage, I was in constant torment. Thoughts clouded my head, never leaving any time for anything else. I was consumed with wondering what to do. I wanted to help. Help was an illusion. For an addict, they don't want help. An addict is only looking for their next fix. An addict will not seek help or accept help until they are ready.