Originally Posted by jewels443

In answer to your question, I'd suggest you stay out of it as far as going between your mom and stepdad.

My experience has taught me that people become addicts for different reasons; it doesn't necessarily reflect on the marriage. You might have a conversation with her, if you're comfortable with it, to ascertain if the two of them have discussed this. SOmetimes it can be as simple as one party letting the other know that they're needed.

Please make sure you let your mom know you're there no matter what. Sexist statement, maybe, but men always think women should already know how they feel. But most Moms, wives and daughters do need to hear it, 'specially in a case like this where she may possibly feel she's burdening you.