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meli2005 · 07-12-2006, 02:05 PM

YOu are not alone. My AH has bipolar and he used alchohol to help him sleep and to ward off the mania. Not a good idea.

There are lots with mental disorders who are using the alcohol to help.

Hey, lots try it to help them sleep, to deal with insomnia, all kinds of stuff. Over time you need more nad more and then before you know it you have an addiction.

You might check out Dual Recovery anonymous. THey have a website. GOod luck!

07-12-2006, 02:05 PM	#7 (permalink)
meli2005 Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Parker, CO Posts: 495	YOu are not alone. My AH has bipolar and he used alchohol to help him sleep and to ward off the mania. Not a good idea. There are lots with mental disorders who are using the alcohol to help. Hey, lots try it to help them sleep, to deal with insomnia, all kinds of stuff. Over time you need more nad more and then before you know it you have an addiction. You might check out Dual Recovery anonymous. THey have a website. GOod luck!