Question 1

an addict did this to themselves, should i feel sorry for them?

Accepted Answer

I am not sure: An addict has urges they cannot control that often snuck up on them  yes its true that they may have taken something recreationally (especially when younger) and/or volentarily but their reaction was profound and they may have had unrecognized vulnerabilities. .Now we expect them to go on a lifetime diet and never cheat.  Maybe you can do that- than you are a more disciplined person than most.

Question 2

is there any antedote for alprazolam addicts?

Accepted Answer

Very slow taper: The treatment for Alprazolam addiction is to taper (slowly decrease) the daily dosage under medical supervision.  In severe cases, doctors may substitute a longer-acting medication of the same or similar class, & then taper that instead; this is often easier on the patient.  Medicine to immediately block the effect of Alprazolam may cause fatal withdrawal in an addict, & can't be used this way.

Question 3

what's a way to explain enabling to an addict?

Accepted Answer

Enabling.: Enabling is doing things to help an addict continue their pattern of dysfunctional behavior. I wouldn't expect an active addict to understand or to desire to understand the concept.

Question 4

what medications are recommended for drug addicts?

Accepted Answer

Clarify, please!: Do you want to know how to treat addiction?  There are many addicting drugs out there and the medical treatment is different for all of them.  But for all of them Narcotics Anonymous or Alcoholics Anonymous are extremely helpful and can often be the only treatment required.  Often these programs, which are free, have success rates equal to many inpatient and outpatient costly rehab programs.

Question 5

do drug addicts use de-tox tea ?

Accepted Answer

No: It is a tea sold and promoted to cleanse your body of toxins and does not detox from the drugs, and is not used by drug addicts.

Question 6

can a sex addict ever be faithful?

Accepted Answer

Probably not...: ...At least not without appropriate treatment. As with the treatment of any addictive behavior, the behavior is not just going to change on its own without treatment from a trained professional, often augmented by the addict's commitment to an appropriate 12-step program (e.g. Sa or slaa). The likelihood of his becoming faithful depends on a variety of factors involving motivation and personality.

Question 7

how can i know if i am a sex addict?

Accepted Answer

If thinking about: Sex, engaging in sexual behaviors, or spending time in pursuit of sexual contact/items prevents you from engaging in normal life activities - that is a problem. Does it impact you in regards to your relationships with others, occupationally, recreationally etc.?

Question 8

what are signs of being a sex addict?

Accepted Answer

Sex Addiction: Symptoms  include:being unable to stop thinking about sex ;needing to have sex more and more often;trying and failing to control, cut back, or stop having sex; feeling restless or in a bad mood when trying to control sexual urges; having school, job, or relationship problems because of sex. Out of control repetitive behaviors:masturbation, extramarital affairs, pornography, cyber sex.

Question 9

is a sex addict capable of real love?

Accepted Answer

Sex addiction : For a sex addict,  the sex is different from the sex in a loving relationship.   I believe they are capable of. "real" love.   They need to work with a therapist trained in sex addiction for best results.   I wish you the best.

Question 10

what should i do with an alcohol addict?

Accepted Answer

Alanon will help: You can find this group in your local yellow pages. It will provide you with support and the fellowship can guide you as to how to help the person who is suffering from this addiction.

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