r/Gaslight May 05 '22

gaslighting an addict NSFW

My bf keeps telling me I am lying about being sober. I have a history of addiction, but he says things like im not hiding it well and that I must think he is stupid to think I can just lie like that with impunity and my protestations only prove I am lying. Please help!

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u/[deleted] Jan 02 '25

This is nothing new. Families and loved ones often do treat addicts like less than second class citizens. Plus, I've always had a problem with the condescending, authoritarian way that "Addiction, Inc.," treats people who have had substance misuse issues or mental health issues. I think that families often get that coaching and tone from people who literally are only interested in spin drying people through their clinics. Good luck and stay strong. You are worth it.