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How to Support Addicted Person

How to Support Addicted Person
7/14/2007 12:44:00 AM sacback1
192 Posts sacback1's Avatar
What kind of gift would be appropriate for a person fighting to beat an addiction? I was thinking about a journal but wondered if that would be wierd?
Re: How to Support Addicted Person
7/16/2007 5:41:30 PM xtra
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I think just being there to support them would be really great. A journal may or may not be something they would use or not. It would depend on the person I would think and if they want to write down what they are going through at the moment. But it's a nice jesture.
Re: How to Support Addicted Person
7/16/2007 8:46:15 PM alwaysright
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Alot of programs suggest journaling and it might be good. Of course, just letting them know you care is the best gift there is.
Re: How to Support Addicted Person
7/25/2007 10:37:53 AM vinzz
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Well yes i guess supporting them and being there for them is a big gesture.
Journaling is also one thing that can help. They have already done a great job if they have realized what the problem is.

Peace Vinzz
Re: How to Support Addicted Person
7/26/2007 2:14:42 PM attagirl
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I think that a journal would be a great way to get relief from stress for that person. You should get them something they would like and at the same time something they would use. Maybe with a note inside like "thought this might help when you need to let things out". This will allow them a way to communicate without feeling uncomfortable.
Re: How to Support Addicted Person
7/28/2007 7:37:33 PM cleanandsober
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A journal might be a good way for them to write down all of their feelings and what they are going through at the time. It might be a good release for them and help them through recovery. It will be a nice way to show you care and that you are there for them.
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