Alcoholism Support Group

Alcoholism is the continued consumption of alcoholic beverages, even when it is negatively affecting your health, work, relationships and life. If you think alcohol is causing you to lose control, it's time to seek help. Our group is a safe place to vent, check in, get back up if you fall, and reach sobriety.

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xzanth 03/19/2013

I drink. I can't stop. I don't do it cause I need it. I have but now its just part of my day. I have everything I need. I love my job. I love my boys. But the biggest problem, I love alcohol. And I fucking hate it. I have ruined my relationship with my girlfriend because in a drunk moment, I told someone else I loved her. Because I thought my girl was gonna leave me. I need to beat this. Cause its beating me. It's taking over me. I need talked to. Like a kid. Like I said I have everything. The latest games. A 47" led HDTV. Money. Ps3. A good job. Kids that I love, and I used to have the best girl ever :( now I'm sure its gonna take over. I have assassains creed 4 on reserve. But will I live to see it? Anyone to talk to?

xzanth 03/21/2013

I mean I know I won't sleep tonight. I don't feel too bad. I just felt a little sick at a couple points. What could happen in a big withdrawal. I'm interested to know, so that I know the symptoms.

deleted_user 03/21/2013

Good on you for not drinking! The withdrawal symptoms are many, but they are the usual suspects - insomnia, nausea, vomiting, sweats, quickened heartbeat / pulse, anxiety, chills, etc. I used to get panic attacks. People react a bit differently, but the thing to watch out for is that some people get seizures. And that is very, very dangerous. That is why many of us here suggest seeing a doctor and being brutally honest about your drinking habits and amounts. He/she might have to prescribe medication or send you to detox to make sure that you're safe.

xzanth 03/21/2013

It's day 2 I feel ok. Went for a walk. Sweating a little every now and then, like palms and face, but its also a million degrees in here lol. But I think I will be ok. If anything changes I will go to the hospital. Couldn't sleep though. Maybe for an hour. But thanks for everything. I will post my progress

deleted_user 03/21/2013

xzanth:

Good for you on the two days. Stay healthy, eat well, drink lots of water, all the usual comments.

On my last Detox I went cold turkey without any Atavan, or other drugs to help me through and prevent seizures. I had just had enough and woke up with the DT's, shaking, anxiety and all that.

I did not sleep for two days, sweating, no appetite, hallucinatory dreams and the rest. On the third day I started to feel a bit normal.

I do not think I have another detox in me. Going to meetings and taking it a day at a time.

Wish you all the best keep coming back and keeping us posted.

gr8ful2b 03/21/2013

xzanth,

Having worked in a treatment center/psych hospital as an RN for 10 yrs, I encourage you to talk to your medical doctor. If you've been a daily drinker for quite a while, I stongly suggest detox with medical supervision. People die from detoxing from alcohol.

Not trying to scare you, just let you know how serious detoxing is. Have you taken your blood pressure lately at a pharmacy or had it taken by anyone? If it's high and your heartrate is high, please seek medical help. You mentioned heavy sweating and vision problems. These 2 symptoms concern me. That could indicate high bp. I'd like to see you sober but I'd like to see you survive more. Godspeed.

deleted_user 03/22/2013

Hi Xzanth,
I totally agree with gr8ful !
I have also seen this happen to people. That's why I detoxed under medical supervision. Believe me, it can be really nasty. Book an appointment with your doctor. Best of luck. btw... you are a good Dad.
Mary.

xzanth 03/22/2013

Well, I'm on day 4. And I feel better. Just tired. Ugh was hard to sleep. I didn't use medical help. I actually just worked, took walks, drank water and ate fruits and bread. I think ill be fine without a doctor. Last night I had some pretty crazy dreams. Vivid. But I'm taking it a day at a time. I'll live. I really haven't even thought about drinking. Which is good. So just 3 days till my meeting. And I can't wait cause I have been there before and its a good group. Thanks everyone

xzanth 03/22/2013

Sorry day 3

gr8ful2b 03/22/2013

Not to worry xzanth, the days will pile on quickly and then the years will fly by. You have my utmost respect for doing this. Let us know how your meeting goes! Hugs, Dianna

Rick8 03/22/2013

You have it all like I once did till I realized I didn't have it all;;. You need to figure out what you are hiding from in a bottle. Then and only then can the healing begin

xzanth 03/23/2013

I still here. Feel good. Haven't drank and I think I'm gonna be ok. Thanks everyone. Pretty sure I'm passed all the withdrawal stuff. Don't feel like I did that's for sure. But still a long way to go as the battle has just begun.

europagrl 03/23/2013

i spend last 17 months in teen challenge.I finally filled the missing peace of me(that I was filling with the pathetic poison)I filled it with God,self respect,boundaries....really work on my self..the underlying issues,why I was self meditating...Now I'm sober(not even smoking).i also been told that I'm one of the worst alkies...binge drinker ...well It is possible to stay sober,that's for sure...Just never lose hope.:-)

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