Imagine being in the early stages of recovery from addiction, trying your hardest to get well, and having your mom demand your old medication. That’s exactly what happened to one individual who shared their story online. They mentioned to their parents that they’d be disposing of their old Xanax, but their mom had other plans.
Recovering Addict’s Dilemma

Old Medication Discovery ️♀️

Plans to Dispose the Meds ️

Mom’s Unexpected Request

Guilt-Tripping Tactics

Confronting the Past ️

Gaslighting Galore

Heartache and Recovery

Seeking Validation

Disposed Meds and Sobriety

Grateful for Support

Recovery Efforts

Touched by Kindness

A Mother’s Unthinkable Request
In a shocking turn of events, a recovering addict’s mom demanded their old medication while visiting. The child, who’s just 7 days sober, had plans to dispose of the Xanax responsibly, but their mom tried to guilt them into handing it over. The situation escalated, leading to the child kicking their mom out of the house. This heart-wrenching story has left many people offering their support and well-wishes for the individual’s recovery journey. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
“NTA. If she needs the meds let her get them prescribed. Well done on your seven days.”

NTA. Meds are prescribed for you and for you only.
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NTA. Responsible actions, but mom treats you like a child

Congrats on your sobriety! Your mom may be an enabler

Demanding old meds? NTA! Illegal and potentially dangerous situation

NTA. Setting boundaries with family during addiction recovery

Recovering addict’s mom demands old meds. NTA, but concerning.

Mom demands recovering addict’s old meds
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Congrats on 7 days! Your mom should be proud too.

NTA and proud of you! Keep going, you got this!

NTA. Withdrawal symptoms can be dangerous. Stay safe and seek medical advice.

NTA. Congrats on 7 days sober! Keep up the hard work

NTA. Mom’s behavior is sabotage. Take a timeout from her.

NTA. Recovering addict faces cruel mother’s low blow. Stay strong ❤️

Recovering addict celebrates 7 days; mom’s addiction exposed

NTA- Holding your boundary against inappropriate request. Congrats on 7 days!

Saving painkillers: a responsible decision or a community concern?

Congratulations on your sobriety! NTA for setting boundaries with mom.

NTA. Mom’s manipulative behavior exposed. Dispose of meds safely. Keep rising!

NTA. Congrats on sobriety! Surround yourself with positive support

Heartwarming comment about OP’s recovery journey ♥️

NTA. So proud of you for staying clean! You deserve support

Congratulations on your sobriety! You made great decisions!

Recovering addict’s mom gives controlled substance to anxious child

“NTA. Illegal to give meds. Mom should treat you better.”

Supportive comment, applauds OP for sobriety and wishes luck

Recovering addict stands up for their sobriety, NTA!

Inspirational comment, sending strength and hugs to recovering addict
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Recovering addict’s mom demands meds: illegal and dangerous!

Congrats on 7 days sober! NTA. Mom needs to respect boundaries.

Congrats on sobriety! Mom’s unhealthy relationship with meds

Last Updated on February 3, 2024 by Diply Social Team