Posted by Wendy B. on June 20, 2001, at 16:38:23
In reply to Re: Depakote and Alcohol, posted by queenb on June 20, 2001, at 10:37:07
> Well....I guess you could say that drinking has been a part of my lifestyle since i was 14 (now 24)I used any function or excuse i could to get drunk. When i turned 19 I drank pretty much everday of the week. It helped me sleep. it also makes it easier for me to adjust to different social settings. But drinking has gotten me into a lot of trouble and ruined a lot of friendships for me. I like being buzzed up when i go out or whatever. i feel like myself. does that make any sense?? i tried to stop drinking and it lasted for maybe 3 weeks. im back at every weekend now. I just hope i don't go back to my old ways. how do i address this issue with my counselor????
Dear Queen,
Man! I really do admire your strength in answering some tough questions. I felt guilty & sorry later, like - what do I know? and I thought I should have shut up and minded my own business...
So I'm sorry... But then again, not. Sounds like you really need to get this off your chest with the counselor now. And I'm not sure how it's done, 'cause I've never had to do it. What do others think? How do you approach a counselor with such information. And how do you make sure you get the help you need. Lots of people are really into AA. But I've seen some really good books lately (my ex had an alcohol problem), which offer alternatives to AA.
Anyway, keep up your honesty, that's a start, and I hope others on the Board will send more messages regarding this very important topic...With a huge hug, and lots of hope that it all works out,
Wendy
poster:Wendy B.
thread:67189
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/babble/20010618/msgs/67268.html