Question by Michael: Should I See My Ex-Boyfriend? – Long?
9 years ago, my then boyfriend and I ended our relationship. We were together fro 12 years but, towards the end I was suspecting that he wanted to “explore his options.” Also, I was offered a job in London and, he didn’t wish to move abroad. He also began a descent into drugs. He smoked weed more often than usual (I myself took a drag once in a while but, not often). I pleaded with him to slow down, to no avail.

Following our break up, I haven’t spoken to him or heard anything from him. I’ve had relationships since we parted way, none have worked out. I received a visit from his mother a week ago. She traveled all the way to London to inform me that her son has a serious drug addiction now and, she nor any other family member or friend can get through to him. She pleaded with me to return to the states and, confront him, I refused.

At the time, I instantly thought about all the pain he put me through towards the end. Now, though I think I may have come across as heartless, I don;t want his addiction to consume and kill him but, isn’t your ex, an ex for a reason? I’m worried about how we’ll react after not having seen or spoken to one another for 9 years. What if old feelings return, what if he still refuses treatment? What if wants treatment but, me there as well (not to sound full of myself)?

Should I return in attempt to help my ex-boyfriend? Things are also difficult because I have a 7 year old son (adopted). How can I explain the situation to him… I’m so confused!!

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