Heroin or diacetylmorphine (INN) is a semi-synthetic opioid. It is the 3,6-diacetyl derivative of morphine (hence diacetylmorphine) and is synthesised from it b...
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My partner has been a Heroin addict for the 10 years that we have been together, I have tryed all sorts to try to help him, he is at the moment in prison and is clean and is due out in a few weeks, how do I help him with the 'Triggers' and to beat the cravings? I usely know when he is going to use before he even knows himself so what are the right words to say, he really sounds determined to beat it this time. I just want to help.
Posted on 05/11/08, 11:05 am |
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I can't beleive how similar our stories are. It's not like we can watch their every move. I will be trying as hard as i can to do just that but everyone needs sleep. I think i know every excuse ever for him to get out and use, but what are we supposed to do? Tie them up? When is he due out? 
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As recent user myself, I think I know how your boyfriend feels. When he comes out of prison he's going to face all the old temptations again. I can only advise that he focuses on something positive like getting a career not just a dead end job and also in his spare time that you both do some interesting, fun hobbies. He needs to change his circle of friends and maybe you can help him. You cann't stop him using, it's up to him, and if you police him he'll just hide it from you.
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I agree he has to want to stay clean to get clean. changing circles of friends is a must. my boyfriend is a recovering heroin addict he's gone through hell. he was using for about 10 years until he got it right. he now runs a support group and is now clean for about a year, thanx to his sponsor and hundreds of meetings he went to. you have to talk to him and let him know that he can trust you. approach him openly and honestly. let him know that your gonna support him if he truly wants to stay clean. my boyfriend is currently taking suboxone, which takes away all urges to use. i'd advise him to stay away from methadone. the best thing for him is to go to AA, NA, HA, ect... and to find a sponsor. if you have any questions or need advice in handling a situation just send me a message.
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I know what you are going through. My man is on state parole and messes with the stuff, where are their heads? I'm not a user, I never used, never drank and I have two amazing kids...why don't these guys see what they are messing up? Don't put up with any shit, if he uses then kick him to the curb, I guess there comes a time when you have to use tough love. It's like you don't want to leave them but how else do you get through to them?
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Thanks everyone for your advice. I know that he want be seeing any of his so called mates when he gets out he never dose for the first couple of weeks, but then its like he gets bored and uses but I try everything to keep him busy but its never anothe for him. Ive got my exams 2 weeks after hes home and am so scared to leave him. I do know deep down that there is nothing i can do but it still dosent stop me from trying and im just not ready to give up on him just yet!!!
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