If a parent who has a drug or alcohol use problem doesn't take effective action about the issue, it is likely they will lose custody of these children as a very real consequence of their selfishness and poor decision making. Addiction treatment for parents with children is available to parents who want to end addiction so that they can place their children first, as the priorities in their lives that they should be. Getting substance abuse rehabilitation may take plenty of time and energy, to truly conquer drug use issues forever, but it is essentially the most unselfish act that the parent can do for his or her children. Not simply will they be able to prove to themselves that they can be a better person, but they can also be in a position to show their children that they value them and care about being the greatest parent they could possibly be. Children will restore their respect and admiration for their parent or parents who spend some time out of their lives and take some time to obtain substance abuse treatment. This is all that matters ultimately, whenever a parent can show their children how much they really value them and their future.