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[quote=Anonymous]Yes, it can get better.  I say that at least from people I've known.  Am still struggling with my family member; we have made significant progress in terms of honesty (huge--lying is a big part of the addict's condition), but relapses are still there.

A PP has said relapses are part of recovery.  True, but I've drawn an unmistakeable line for no more relapses with my family member.  Boundary setting is a big part of dealing with addicts, and I've set mine at no more relapses.  Emotionally, they are too draining FOR ME, particularly as one would have led to family member dying in my arms were it not for the EMTs.  It is important to remember that the boundaries are for you, not the addict.

To prevent relapses, family member has agreed to go on Vivitrol, an injection that lasts 30 days during which an alcoholic or opiate user cannot feel the effects of the drugs.  It also helps with cravings and, very importantly, is not addictive unlike other medications that are sometimes used.  Family member will be on this for six months to a year.[/quote]

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