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Question About Alcoholism
Asked by F.R. from San Antonio
on September 8, 2006
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My husband works 12 hours shifts, rotating from 2 months at night and 1 month during the day. Ever since he started working the night shift (6:30 p.m. to 6 a.m.), he w...
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- oh honey, yes, this is sounding a lot like alcoholism to me. my mother was an alocoholic, and that's how she started, saying that she needed it to help her calm her ne...
- First there is a opener you can use called the CAGE questions. C-has anyone shown concern for your drinking A- Do you become angry when someone addresses...
- F., you have A LOT to be concerned about! He is becoming an alcoholic. Any time you become dependent on something...it is called an addiction. I am going thru somethin...
Daughter Drug Addicted Husband
Asked by D.G. from Dallas
on October 12, 2010
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My daughter is 28 and has two children from a previous marraige. She married a little over a year ago and found out her new husband is addicted to pain medication. S...
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- I would say that if she really loves him, she should try to help. Sometimes an addict just needs to know they're loved and supported to get the proper help. With that ...
- It is a disease, but w/anything you have to be willing to do more then take medication to help it. I was diagnosed bipolar years ago & although i take medication dail...
- I agree with the ones that said she is enabling him. He needs to be the one to show that he is serious enuf to get the help he needs if he truley means it. I also agre...
Bad Relationship
Asked by A.K. from La Crosse
on August 31, 2010
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Hello everyone! I would like you wisdom on a situation. An aquaintence of mine fell madly in love with her perfect forever man and from the get go they have been excel...
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- Do NOT move in together! It will only increase. He needs to be sober first. He should not have gotten into a relationship until he had 12 months sober. I know easi...
- There is absolutely no way I would move in with this abusive man and expose my children to this situation. He is not perfect and she needs counseling to get out of th...
- This post really hits me. Here's why. I grew up in a household where both parents drank. My mother is one of my biggest mentors and I feel has taught me so many valuab...
Seeking Advice About Anti-depressants
Asked by K.F. from Chicago
on August 29, 2007
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I have been seeing a counselor for about 4 years to deal with my parents alcoholism. I haven't lived with them in over four years. I usually go in cycles with being "...
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- I would postpone having a second child and take care of your issues first. Two children close together is a great deal of stress, you have NO time for yourself and yo...
- Hi K., I was on 50mg of Zoloft when I conceived my daughter, who is now 10 months old. She was born with VSDs, which is a congential heart defect, and needed open-he...
- Hi K., I only skimmed the responses, but it seems like several people have mentioned antidepressants that are safe to use during pregnancy. I would consult with ano...
Having a Difficult Time Accepting Who I Am and Where I Am Today....
Asked by E.C. from Saginaw
on January 3, 2008
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In recent times I have had numerous tramatic experiences in my life that have led me to turn to unhealthy measures of dealing with my feelings. My mother, and best fr...
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- Dear E., First most I hope that you will get the guidance needed to help you overcome your pain and hurts of the past. I can't stress enough how relief you will be...
- E., Are you a Sun Prairie Resident, or MI?
- Hi~ You need some serious medical help....immediately. You don't need to feel this way for even one more day. Your feelings are NOT normal and you can be treated. ...
What to Say to BIL Who Attempted Suicide
Asked by S.S. from Los Angeles
on March 8, 2012
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I had a different question on here earlier about my BIL who attempted suicide last night but that got answered (thank you) so now I have a new question. My husband ju...
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- Dear Sally, This must be so hard. Perhaps you could write him a short note of support - that way, you wouldn't have to worry about any awkwardness of an in-person sta...
- If he said that - a hospital needs to be called and he needs to go in for psychiatric help. I'm really sorry. my pseudo big sister's husband committed suicide l...
- Addiction is often the result of an attempt to self medicate away the pain from depression. It is not unusual for addicts to attempt suicide. I would strongly recommen...
Alcoholic Husband
Asked by A.S. from Fayetteville
on November 12, 2006
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Hi,
I am wondering how many of you have an alcoholic husband or have had one in the past. My husband is an alcoholic. He is a great father but lacks in the spouse dep...
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- I am dealing with a similar situation. My husband and I have always drank but not to excess. A few years ago he started having panic attacks and depression, and I no...
- Hi A., I can feel for your situation. I too have some of the same problems. My husband of 19 years also has a drinking problem. Only he drinks around our 2 daughters....
- I don't know if you and your husband are able to afford it but going to an actual treatment center usually has better results. If he can't do that definatly go to cou...
Bi-polar Birthparents!
Asked by J.V. from York
on February 28, 2011
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My husband and I recently adopted a beautiful baby boy. His birth mother is bi-polar, and the birth father 'may' be also, but definitely has some other issues. In spe...
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- My biological father has bi-polar, and I do not. There is an increased chance, but it's not something you can control, so please don't stress about it. The signs do ...
- My Mother was Manic-Depressive, my sister is also. I am not and my son has shown no signs of it either. I do believe that these illnesses can be genetic, but they can ...
- I can't help you on what symptoms or signs you should look for but I do have a concern. As much as a good parent should always be on the look out for behaviors or med...
Would You Be Honest with Your Kids?
Asked by A.G. from Albuquerque
on August 23, 2011
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If your kids asked you if you have ever smoked, used any type of drug,or done something illegal would you be honest? I would like to think that I will be. My husband o...
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- Great question. I would like to think I will be honest with that as well as sex questions (i.e. - mom- when did you first have sex?). She's five now, I need to start...
- My personal theory is that I should share my experiences with my kid so he can learn from them. There are to many lessons I learned the hard way and paid a high price...
- It's best to be honest. If asked admit what you did and why if you can remember. I did some crazy things young and I have admitted them. But then again that is me. ...
My Father Is Dying & Trouble with Family
Asked by S.L. from Kansas City
on February 27, 2008
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I just need some insight from people that have been through similar. I am trying hard to stay out of the family "stuff" right now. But it's hard not being drug in.
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- Dear S., I am sorry for all that your going through, but your dad would not be put on hospice unless he was dying and he didn't want any "heroic" measures taken. I...
- I would just distance yourself from your family. It sounds like you have different morals than they do. Our pastor was just talking about this a few Sundays ago. Some...
- Suzie,sounds like my family to a T, there is really nothing you can do, but say good bye to your dad and leave it at that, I had to do that with 2 sisters 2 years ago,...
