Posted by AuntieMel on February 8, 2005, at 11:47:32
In reply to Re: What is wrong?? Nothing! » AuntieMel, posted by just so sad on February 7, 2005, at 16:17:59
You are right. It is a huge step. And one that scares the bejaggers out of any confirmed drunk. Never just seems so - final.
I made a decision to not drink until I could get the depression straightened out, and then reconsider it. That was 21 months ago.
And be very careful. Benzos are *very* addicting. Many of the people I detoxed with were getting off xanax. If you end up doing a hospital detox they will give you some for a few days, but no doctor with any integrity will give you a prescription now. Not only the fear of addiction, but the chance you might use them *and* drink - which can be fatal. (read about xanax withdrawal below)
My doctor just now gave me a prescription for a few ativan. I'm going through some really rough stuff right now and was in dire straits.
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