Quote Originally Posted by Loy Toy
That's what a lot of people don't understand. Once your hooked there is only one thing in life that matters and that is your next fix. Not money, family, friends or even your own safety and long term future. It is all about your next trip and that is all that matters.
That's a bit of a clichee, but true enough. The advanced stages of addiction resemble a psycho-somatic illness, and I would not apply 'normal' standards and expectations.

I hope your generousity of spirit extends beyond your relative to others in similar predicaments.