Parent help: both my parents are doing drugs. - Help.com

I’d suggest you talk to a teacher, adult friend as soon as you can in person.
It’s better you know how to talk to them, and also what you feel like would be best to happen between all of you to handle the problem.

1 800 662 HELP - ask the questions - you can stay anonymous. Information right now from folks who deal with this day in and day out and know how parents react - the best bets and ways to deal with this would be a great option for you?

Would you be up to talking to someone via phone or reaching out to someone that you respect and trust?

It’s better the sooner you can talk through over all your options - and that’s something an interactive chat - no matter how long you type - would not be as clear as you communicating all the particulars!

Are you unde 18?

Cleveland Clinic has this information - Mom and Dad are Using Drugs
Embarrassment, shame, worry, guilt and anger. You have probably felt these emotions and many others if your parents are using drugs. You should know that you are not alone. There are many other kids who have parents that drink too much or take drugs.

You should also know that it’s not your fault. You cannot stop your parents from using drugs. It’s up to them. Your parents do not take drugs because of you.

Why should I be concerned?
It’s hard to ignore when someone close to you is out of control and unable to cope. You may try to make up for your parents’ mistakes or shortcomings. You may get angry and feel trapped in a family that “just doesn’t work.” Your own life may begin to change as you try to deal with or “ignore” what your parents are doing.

You might want to surf over there and other sites on drugs —- http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health…
but this has specific information.

OMGosh, Im so sorry hun,but Tell them what? that you know and you want them to stop cuz you care about them? Then do it.Maybe tell them in a note if you cant do it in person.I know its hard,but you may regret it if you don’t.I fyou just want to let them know that you know,Just say ‘I know you use drugs’.Even though they probably will deny it,it will still make a difference,if not now,then later.And if your under age,they need intevention as soon as possible because Your safety and health are involved.Their options are either rehab and/or going to jail.But rehab cant be forced in many cases,but jail may open their eyes to possible losing you and may make them shape up.What do you think?

It mght be hard to tell them by yourself, and maybe you want to have someone with you - or talk to someone before you do so. Remember, that people who are on drugs, alcohol, or even unfocused for whatever reason - mental, stress, anxiety can respond angrily. Know that whatever happens - this is NOT your fault. You are not to blame. And YOU did NOT do anything wrong by talking about it.

I have to run, mabye Felicity can provide you with any other information you need. I’ll be back on later. Is there another relative, a recreational center staff person, even the librarian near you, or you can ever go to a fire station to talk to them. You’re not alone.

It’s great that you’re looking at solutions! There are answers and it will get better for you because of what you are doing. It might get worse for a bit - but it will be worth the effort - but it might be awhile before you can look back at this. You will! You’ve got it in you! Take care.

NOTE: What you say or do does not mean your parents are going to be carted away….unless they are putting you in harm’s way…and they may be sent to counseling etc or worse if it’s of harm to you - and you shouldn’t have to be the judge of that - nor be told that it’s only this much or this little. You might have to go talk to a counselor or stay away while others help them. It may be tough but it’s best for everyone.

Don’t let the possibilities frigthen you - guess what - everyone you talk to will be looking out for you first and foremost - and over that of your parents, so have faith! Please Please talk to someone and call your hospital for advice or anyone for advice that’s out there. If you don’t know of a community center - ask around and call for one in your neighborhood. You can always stumble into a church, a grocery store, retail store and ask for the manager and say you are in trouble.

You’ll be amazed at how many people want to help you AND WILL!!!!!

just let it out and tell them how it bothers you

what ever you do though dont follow in their foot steps ……