Posted by TamaraJ on June 17, 2005, at 15:42:43
In reply to Re: Fell off the wagon ... » ed_uk, posted by AMD on June 17, 2005, at 14:57:38
Hi,
Sorry you are feeling lousy. Benders will do that to you, unfortunately. I don't think you have to worry about brain damage or the DTs as a result of drinking excessively once a week. I drank excessively more than once a week for many years, and blacked out on a number of occasions, and I did not suffer either brain or neurological damage of any kind. And, within a day or two (with the first day following a binge being when I felt the worst physically and mentally), I was feeling better. As for brain damage, I actually had a better memory, in spite of my drinking, than most of the people in my office. That being said, and I know you know this, but, based on your posts over the past while, you really need to stay away from booze. The stress you put yourself through following a binge is probably causing you more angst than the actual drinking.
Oh, and don't worry about being back at square one. You learn from mistakes, including what triggers you to drink. Be aware of the triggers, and you have a better chance of staying sober. You can join the thread up above where another poster is working on sobriety, if you want. We are celebrating her milestones and providing her with support and encouragement.
Take care.
Tamara
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