A reality star Mary Cosby, talks about her son’s drug abuse, showing how hard it is for parents and how to get better.
- Robert Jr. says he uses more than one drug.
- Mary talks to her son about his drug use in a kind way.
- Rehabilitating someone represents a significant milestone.
Mary Cosby’s world fell apart when her son Robert Jr. told her in an honest talk how badly he was abusing drugs. The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City star grappled with her child’s addiction, a concern shared by all parents.
A highly charged episode showed Robert Jr. talking about his experiences with drugs like Xanax, acid, Molly, cocaine, and heroin. The outcome was upsetting Mary because she had always wanted to be close to her son.
The most heartbreaking part was when Robert Jr. said he felt like “a stain” in the world and thought about how worthless he was. Mary’s answer showed how much she loved him by reminding everyone of the four years she had prayed for him and her unwavering dedication to his life.
Mary was determined to be different because she grew up with family relationships that were not close. She was filled with fear and guilt and kept thinking about everything that could have caused her son’s problems. “Was I not paying attention?” she cried, showing how hard it is for parents whose children are addicted.
Angie Katsanevas, a fellow housewife, gave Mary a lot of support and helped her see her problem as a disease, not a personal flaw. Her own experiences with an alcoholic mother gave her understanding and kindness.
Mary’s pain got worse because she was alone. Without any family assistance, she felt the full weight of her duty and was determined to help her son get better. Her main goals became getting help and giving love without conditions.
When Robert Jr. went to a rehab program, things turned out better in the story. Mary’s hope emerged, demonstrating the possibility of health and recovery.
The story is a strong warning of how complicated addiction is and how parental love can change a person. It shows how important support, understanding, and professional help are when trying to stop drug abuse.
For those struggling, helplines like the 1-800-662-8255 SAMHSA number and the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline are quite crucial.
