Dear Ellapearl-
Yes a person can be forced into rehab but, it won't necessarly help them if they don't want it. It could help them find even more resentment. Have you tried talking to them about this? If the person lives with you you can have them committed in my state but, I am not sure what the laws are in yours. Also you might want to try an Intervention first with a professional trained in this sort of problem guides a confrontation along with family members and others who are close to the person in question.
But, it sounds like you need support and help as well. Please check out Alanon in the white business section of the phone book and get to a meeting. Keep coming here and posting we care and want to know how you are doing and, welcome to Sober Recovery!!!
Last edited by splendra; 06-01-2004 at 06:23 AM.
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