#sherlock and drugs

[thehmn]

“lol Arthur Conan Doyle clearly didn’t know anything about drugs. Sherlock Holmes did cocaine but it calmed him down. That’s not how cocaine works!”

There are two options: Arthur Conan Doyle had never met someone addicted to cocaine or he met some with ADHD who was addicted to cocaine

[contact-guy]

Made myself laugh drawing that first panel...this is part two of THE SIGN OF THE FOUR, part one here!

(this is part of the Watson's sketchbook series)

[fluffyartbl0g]

Everytime I go into the Zosopp tag, I just see people SCREAMING CRYING SOBBING about the lack of posts IN the Zosopp tag. THE ZOSOPP ECONOMY IS IN SHAMBLES

[mikeybutnotway]

"Nobody could be that clever"

"You could"

[thinwhitedoc]

SHERLOCK | Martin Freeman as John Watson

[cardiganbear]

rip sherlock holmes the original 365 party girl... you would have loved brat although I think you would get overstimulated in a modern gay bar

[giveemcoffeekid]

Yeah the brainrot is real xx

[mouse-of-mischief]

Does anyone else just occasionally miss the Victorian intimacy of calling someone by their first name?

[aceofwhump]

Day 10: Alternate Prompt: Drugging

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[sygneth]

There is a very specific version of Sherlock Holmes in my head, that I don't think exists in any modern adaptation, just lives rent-free in my head, but I keep thinking about him more and more, so maybe it's time I shared. (This is going to be a messy ramble/stream of consciousness btw. I am not sure if that makes any sense, I just need to push it out of my head. (okay, I warned you.))

I need a modern Holmes who is canonically autistic and ADHD, but high masking and late diagnosed. Perhaps even not diagnosed by the time he meets Watson. Holmes who learned to mask well enough/didn't have symptoms that were considered "typical" in the late 90s/early 2000s when (assuming he'd be in his late 20s/early 30s nowadays) he was a kid, so no one (including him) ever even considered the possibility of him being neurodivergent until John H. Watson M.D. met him.

I need Watson observing Holmes and going from "he's kinda weird isn't he" to "oh so that's that. Yea that tracks". Watson who discovers that Holmes is drugging himself up sometimes, and eventually deicdes to confront him about it, to learn that Sherlock is taking speed to "be able to think better" and things click. Holmes I think would be sceptical at first, but eventually he'd do a research and it'd change his life. Perhaps Watson could even help him find a specialist and get officially diagnosed. Seriously, think about it.

[bamboo-bees]

Where were you on that one, John 🤷

[contact-guy]

we are back with THE FIVE ORANGE PIPS...Holmes bungles a case and picks a fight. At least they're talking about it, right? CW for drug use and needles.

(I know I said I was going on hiatus but cloudstrike nonsense made it impossible to go on my trip, then I got covid, so I have been sitting at home slowly drawing old men sniping at one another)

(This is in the Watson's Sketchbook series!)

[blistering-typhoons]

drug abuse/addiction cw for below the cut (and to a lesser extent the video)

In the context of the scene, I can imagine the intention of this line is a) some sneaky anti-drug propaganda, very in line with this era of film making or b) Holmes maybe panicking at how he's going to fake his way into not being hypnotized (long story), but-

I cannot help but wonder about Rathbone's particular delivery here. There's an almost deeper fear to his face than just a momentary concern.

A kind of thoughtfulness in the way he says 'drugs', like he's remembering what the word truly means to him. And then the line after that, almost pushed out, like a reminder to himself.

No, I'd rather not.

Obviously, we were never going to see Rathbone Holmes struggle with substance abuse, that particular image of the character wiped near clean to bolster the appearance of the wartime hero- stalwart, masculine and unaffected by common vice.

Until now, I had just sort of headcannoned him as one of the Holmes unlikely to struggle with addiction, until this scene came across now.

It makes me wonder about the brief glimpses of emotion under Holmes' dry exterior, of his clear discomfort existing in his feelings. It makes me wonder if any of the highest government officials look into his face and see that old vulnerability- if he lives in a fear of being found out, of being cast out and back into his crutch.

It makes me wonder about endless holidays in Scotland, of getting him to a river for as long as possible, to get him to breathe clean, wet air.

I wonder if this Watson knows.

[jay-wasreblogging]

At first I was like 'LMFAO HE FUNNY ASF WHY HE DOING ANGELS VOICE!!' cause bruh ain't no way he devious like that 😂

Then I got confused because ??? Wait is he fucking around or being serious right now? Huh?? Like I genuinely did not process that it was anything mentally/psychologically related until Watson started pleading. 😐

[ofbakerst]

David Stuart Davies:

Jeremy Brett's growing erratic nature began to seek out ways of making points about Holmes. The Paul script presented Holmes as a bored and very reluctant guest at Hurlstone, the Musgrave estate. Brett seized on this point and decided to suggest that Holmes was back on cocaine again. As a result we see Holmes behaving oddly for the first section of the film, wearing a travelling rug about his shoulders and giggling irrationally...

[artofdeductionbysholmes]

Hello there Mr Holmes. I heard that apparently you used to do drugs but you've been clean for a few years now? That's epic :D

Do you possibly have any words of advice for a 15yo currently 6 months clean from opioids? I can't really go to any of the adults around me, as they're not too aware and it's a surefire way of getting in trouble.

Hello.

I am uncertain where you acquired such information, but it holds truth. Yes, there was a time when I turned to cocaine and occasional morphine to stimulate my mind and alleviate boredom. However, I've been clean for several years now.

First, let me congratulate you on your perseverance. Staying six months clean from opioids (or any substance), especially at your age, is a tremendous achievement. Your strength and determination are admirable, and you have every reason to be proud.

Managing your recovery without the immediate support of those around you presents challenges, but it is a challenge that can be overcome. Here are some points to consider:

Establishing a daily routine is crucial to managing cravings and triggers, providing stability and normalcy.

Stimulate your mind with engaging activities. Find hobbies that capture your interest and keep you occupied. For me, it was playing the violin and solving cases, but any activity that interests you will help.

If you can't turn to adults around you, look into support groups or online communities. Many of these resources ensure anonymity, and the shared experiences can be incredibly valuable.

Prioritise your physical health through regular exercise and a balanced diet, which significantly impact mental well-being.

If you haven't already, consider reaching out for professional help. There are helplines and organisations specifically designed to assist individuals in your situation.

I also have John @consultjohnwatson now to anchor me and chase my demons away. I truly hope that you have a "John" in your life—a person who unconditionally loves and supports you.

Take care of yourself. Recovery is a path with twists and turns, and setbacks may happen. It is not the fall that defines us, but the strength to rise again.

Stay vigilant, and remember: the game is afoot, and you are capable of winning it.

SH