Hey Smudge ... I take my hat off t'yer .... It takes balls to say that , more ball still to stand up and apologise. Respect. If you don't know where to turn for help (and want it) then shout out. Loads here who can point yer along the way, even if you are a git lol. Take care of yerself ... You are the only one of you you've got ! :thumbsup:
Dude if you need help pm me your number, I know a few answers to your problem. Been there, done that and more :whistle:
It is a huge step to admit you have a problem with alcohol and it's never an easy road to sobriety, just think of your relapses as just that, tomorrow is a new day and hard as it is to get back on the wagon you know you can do it because you have done it before. Don't be afraid to use all the help that is out there alcoholism is an illness and you need help to combat it, but no-one else can do it for you , you have to want to recover. Try t think positive and remember you are on the road to recovery even if you get a little lost every now and then. Brave step to make a public apology, but best to try and avoid the need not everyone will be understanding , good luck and well done for even trying not everyone would or could :thumbsup:
Get a hobby, I find when boredom sets in I can sink a few beers PS Yes you frustrate the bejesus out of me with your poor grammar, but by the same token you are entertaining
If you know a better cure, then I suggest letting him know. Unless you are going to advocate having a drink every 'now and then' to cure a phycological drinking problem?
How can you say one's particular problem is purely psychological and not physical as well? I don't know Smudge's circumstances, not my business. 3 years ago a long time friend of mine was so far caught up in a drinking addiction that was both psychological and physical alcoholism, the very worst thing he did was to suddenly stop putting alcohol in his mouth. (Might sound a bit "Leaving Las Vegas" but I was with him through it all and glad I was. He's dead now). PS. I'm not having a go at you or trying to start an argument, it's just how your post came across to me.
If you have a serious drinking problem then just suddenly stopping can result in seizures ....the dt s .....serious mood swings and even death ....it not as simple as "just dont drink " Sent from my GT-N7000 using Tapatalk
Fair play Smudge... Unfortunately I'm sure most of your comments have been written whilst sober so you taking shit is probably incurable, Lol All joking aside, best of luck to you... like others have said focus on the good aspects like your kids and admitting it's a problem... don't let it beat you Live Forever or Die Trying
Yeah sure man, i'm not arguing. But it is either psychological or physical. They are the only two options. I highly doubt that he has a physical addiction, because you need to drink a fuckload to get dependant enough on it to suffer chemical/physical withdrawal. He previously posted that he has been on the bottle for a couple of weeks, imo not long enough for it to be anything but a psychological problem.
Alcohol withdrawal syndrome is a potentially life-threatening condition that can occur in people who have been drinking heavily for weeks, months, or years and then either stop or significantly reduce their alcohol consumption. Alcohol withdrawal symptoms can begin as early as two hours after the last drink, persist for weeks, and range from mild anxiety and shakiness to severe complications, such as seizures and delirium tremens (also called DTs). The death rate from DTs -- which are characterized by confusion, rapid heartbeat, and fever -- is estimated to range from 1% to 5%. Because alcohol withdrawal symptoms can rapidly worsen, it's important to seek medical attention even if symptoms are seemingly mild. Appropriate alcohol withdrawal treatments can reduce the risk of developing withdrawal seizures or DTs. It's especially important to see a doctor if you've experienced previous alcohol withdrawal episodes or if you have other health conditions such as infections, heart disease, lung disease, or a history of seizures. Severe alcohol withdrawal symptoms are a medical emergency. If seizures, fever, severe confusion, hallucinations, or irregular heartbeats occur, either take the patient to an emergency room or call 911. Causes of Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome Heavy, prolonged drinking -- especially excessive daily drinking -- disrupts thebrain's neurotransmitters, the brain chemicals that transmit messages. For example, alcohol initially enhances the effect of GABA, the neurotransmitter which produces feelings of relaxation and calm. But chronic alcohol consumption eventually suppresses GABA activity so that more and more alcohol is required to produce the desired effects, a phenomenon known as tolerance. Chronic alcohol consumption also suppresses the activity of glutamate, the neurotransmitter which produces feelings of excitability. To maintain equilibrium, the glutamate system responds by functioning at a far higher level than it does in moderate drinkers and nondrinkers. When heavy drinkers suddenly stop or significantly reduce their alcohol consumption, the neurotransmitters previously suppressed by alcohol are no longer suppressed. They rebound, resulting in a phenomenon known as brain hyperexcitability. So, the effects associated with alcohol withdrawal -- anxiety, irritability, agitation, tremors, seizures, and DTs -- are the opposite of those associated with alcohol consumption. Symptoms of Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome In general, the severity of alcohol withdrawal symptoms increases in tandem with the amount and duration of prior alcohol consumption. Minor alcohol withdrawal symptoms often appear six to 12 hours after alcohol cessation, sometimes while patients still have a measurable blood alcohol level. These symptoms include: Shaky hands Sweating Mild anxiety Nausea and/or vomiting Headache Insomnia Between 12 and 24 hours after alcohol cessation, some patients may experience visual, auditory, or tactile hallucinations which usually end within 48 hours. Although this condition is called alcoholic hallucinosis, it's not the same as the hallucinations associated with DTs. Most patients are aware that the unusual sensations aren't real. I would never advocate drinking alcohol to any alcoholic , But neither would I imply that addiction is about manning up and can be cured simply by not putting alcohol into their mouths, it is incredibly naive to suggest that this is solely psychological problem there is of course both a physical and psychological dependency. I often deal with people on a profession basis who are struggling to over come addictions and as I said earlier only the person with dependence can take responsibility for their recovery but for that to be successful in my experience it will always be with a sound support system.
Smudge My ex mother in law was alcoholic and I saw first hand the effect it had on her and family and it made me see what day to day living was like. Its very difficult for all concerned but the help is out there but it isn't easy. Difficult to understand if you haven't witnessed it first hand. Good luck mate. Sent from my GT-I8190N using Tapatalk
Look I'll sort my issues again had some really bad news and I turned back too beer attention seeking I think not Sent from my C6903 using Tapatalk
You know you can ring if you want a natter. Do you ever get children free days when you can get out and not have to rush back?
