How Can I Tell My Ten Year Old Daughter That Im a Drug Addict Going Into a Rehab Without Damaging Her?
Question by concerned1: How can i tell my ten year old daughter that im a drug addict going into a rehab without damaging her?
Im a single mom with a ten year old daughter. I am a drug addict soon to be going into a 90 day inpatient treatment center and she will be going with me. She is at an age, that in my opinion ,shes to old not to question this but to young to find out her mommy is a drug addict. It will be very soon that I have to sit her down and explain where we’ll be going and i dont know how to, without it damaging her. And, at the same time I want to be fully prepared for the questions she’ll have.
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Answer by jfdtwad150
do tell her about that make up something
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14 Responses to How Can I Tell My Ten Year Old Daughter That Im a Drug Addict Going Into a Rehab Without Damaging Her?
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I think be honest with her. Tell her you have made a mistake, which is not helping your life, so you are going to do something about it.
Good luck, and make it work, for your daughter’s sake.
I think that you should call the treatment center and talk to one of the counselors there about how to have this conversation with your daughter – I’m sure they’ll be able to guide you through it.
Ten is young, but your daughter will be able to handle it, and she’ll make a good “recovery”, too. Chances are good she already knows on some level what’s going on, because addicts rarely hide their addictions well from their loved ones. Damage has already been done, and she will hopefully see your discussion as the hopeful beginning of healing.
Good luck, and stay strong!
Well im sure she knows something is wrong, Just tell her mom is sick and is going to get help, You want to help mom dont you ? And go . She will feel proud to help you. You CAN do this its the right thing for both of you. GOOD LUCK hold your head up !
I’m sure she suspects something,she most likely is not stund to your needs.tell her,you have already taken one good step,now take another and U know what that is.
If your an addict the damage has already been done. Enough lying, tell her the truth, and work through the future together. At ten years old she has a pretty good idea of what has been going on and is capable of handling the truth. Give her the power to help you and take the strength she has to offer. Good for you that your seeking help. It will be a hard road, but be strong. Have faith that your life and your daughters life will get better with time.
I suggest you start with family counseling together that way you can have a professional start with her.
Since when could you take your kids to rehab???????? She is 10, then I am sure she already knows you are a drug addict. I find it odd that you are more concerned about the damage of coming clean with her than the damage done because of your drug abuse.
I dont think id take my daughter with me to a drug rehab…shes not the one thats in trouble you are…can you not find a relative to keep her for a few months? i mean your going to be really sick in there…and you shouldnt let her see that….id just tell her mommys sick right now and shes gotta go get better..if she asks why id tell her flat out . I have a problem and im goin gto get it fixed if she wants to know what dont hold back she’s going to ask her freinds anyways…soo goodluck to you but id really consider not taking her…its really not fair to her to see you that way…your her mother..your supposed to be the strong one…
Believe me, she knows you are a drug addict. Just be honest with her. Let her know that you are doing this for your family and will recover! Good Luck
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I congratulate you for the courage to look at and do something about your problem!I am with Emily o for this one,the centre you are going to can guide you on ways to talk to your child to prepare her for this.How awesome it is you are considering your child’s feelings.I think you will make a good recovery and a good mom.Best of luck,Lisa
Since she will be going with you she’s going to know what’s going on anyway. At 10 she is old enough to be told about drugs & their dangers and she is going to see firsthand what can happen when you are addicted. Be honest with her & explain how you got started on drugs, how your habit increased & what “addiction” is. Use very simple terms & make sure to ask her if she has questions often as you are explaining. Congratulations to you for taking this big step!!! You are to be applauded!!!!! Good luck on your journey into your new IMPROVED life.
Wow. I think that it’s great that you’ve made this decision. That in itself takes courage. I have a 10yr old boy, & I think that he is absolutely able to process this kind of information. At this age they already know what drugs are. They teach that to them in school. Just tell her that you have a problem & that you are going to get the help you need. Make sure she gets counseling too. There is a group just for kids out there called alateen. If you’re honest with her, she’ll be ok. Knowing the facts will make this less scary for her. As long as she is equiped with the facts of the situation, she’ll ask questions & you should answer them honestly. My guess is that she already knows that there is a problem. She’ll be proud of you for taking this step.
Oh man! I feel so sorry for u. At least ur going to fix it. Your daughter probably already knows ur a drug addict. To maake sure just pick a good time before u guys go to rehab. but why are u taking her? She isnt the one that has drug problems, u shouldnt make her come. I guess its better than leaving her with someone, at least shes wit u
I would talk to a cousler the rehab center should have one that can help you with this. But start with the fact that you are sick and going somewhere that will make you better.