Dear Abby | Adopted child needs to know of addiction
DEAR ABBY: My 14-year-old son, “Adam,” has known he was adopted since he was old enough to understand. Adam’s birth parents both were addicted to drugs, alcohol and tobacco. In fact, Adam tested positive for cocaine at birth.
Should I tell him that he is at risk for addiction because of his biological heritage? — Concerned Mom in Atlanta
DEAR CONCERNED MOM: Frankly, you should have had this conversation with Adam by the time he was 9. He must definitely be given this information. To remain silent would be like failing to warn a child with balance problems not to walk a tightrope.
Explain that while it isn’t a guarantee that he’ll become hooked, the tendency is there. Forewarned is forearmed.
Note: Alright people. It's time to put this bitch out of business.
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