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Since 2005 I have been an everyday meth user. However, January 29th of 2009 I decided to beat the addiction. After having been clean four months I agreed to a hair follicle test with my probation and I failed. The test says it goes back three months but I know when my clean date began. Now the prosecutor does not believe that I have been clean. Where can I find accurate information about these tests? I am still trying to stay off meth and have found myself relapsing several times over the last three months. I am desperate to find a way to beat this addiction and would love any advise you could give me as far as helping with the lack of energy, cravings, and depression I feel when I get back in control after having a relapse. I am so tired of relapsing - it makes me feel like a failure. I would love to have some help or advise on how to prevent future relapses.
Hello Rhonda!
In regards of hair testing you may consult with http://www.craigmedical.com/Hair_Drug-Test_FAQ.htm , I hope they can bring you some light.
I know it happens, you have been clean for a while but in the hair test you fail.
You need to be sober for more time.
Try using Narcotics Anonymous to stay clean and for support.
They are very helpful in that regard.
Change your old habits and people, try not to live alone and have someone manage your money in the meantime.
Your time will come soon, when you decide not to use anymore.
You are not any type of failure, we all go through that process.
I was there too.
Blessings my friend.
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Hector Manuel Rodriguez
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I can answer questions about prevention, treatment alternatives, how to deal with withdrawal symptoms and addiction health consequences and/or complications. Being a former addict myself, I decided to go farther and educate in every single subject about substance abuse such as cocaine, marihuana, crack, heroin, LSD, amphetamines, meta amphetamines, opiates and alcohol among others. I am prepared to deal with a client from the point of initial interview and guide him or her throughout the whole recovery process from a Counselor's perspective. Down to earth, professional and dynamic are just a few of my qualities. I am commited to help addicts at a 100% of my knowledge. Rehabilitation is for everyone, we all have the right and the power to recover from addiction.
Experience
Having the knowledge and experience of the whole process, from living in the streets, my way to rehabilitation and recovery gives me a step ahead among others who have studied this subject just from a classroom perspective and not real life experience.
Besides my own experience I am well educated in twelve step programs and support groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous and Narcotic Anonymous.
Note: Please refrain from asking any questions that may encourage drug/substance use as well as other specific questions about "bloodwork" and other drug tests.
For those questions, ask a team member specialized in Chemistry, Medicine, Psychiatry or Pharmacy.
Education/Credentials
Stonebridge Associated Colleges 2009
Certified Substance Abuse Counselor
S.A.C. Dipl. E18818
N.C.F.E.
Certificate # 1225409
Award # IIQ0006865
Past/Present Clients
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Every case is worked on an extreme confidential matter.
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