Addiction Recovery
Jeret Peterson Overcomes Addiction to Make Third Olympics
After losing his sister to a drunk driver, being sexually abused, witnessing his roommate commit suicide, and being sent home from the 2006 Olympics because of an alcohol-fueled bar fight, Jeret "Speedy" Peterson is well acquainted with trouble. But now he is clean and sober, and has made his third U.S. Olympic team. David Byrd of VOA News writes that the freestyle aerials skier hopes his signature "Hurricane" move will blow away the judges in Vancouver.
Supporting the Recovering Drug Addict
It is very trying to have a loved one who has an addiction problem. Family and friends become resentful, putting out fires as the addict starts. No matter how selfish the addict might seem, their lives are extremely difficult. They are ill, mentally and often physically. Addicts may not be aware of the consequences of their actions, especially after years of medicating away their problems. Loved ones need to find a way to hold the addict responsible for their actions while still provide loving support.
