Why do I have to suffer because I'm alcoholic??
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Regardless of the AA debate, talk to a psychiatrist. I also thought I couldn't take anything for anxiety because they are addictive, and I was very angry about that. But my psychiatrist prescribed me some non-addictive anxiety meds that have changed my life. Benzos aren't the only option. I hope you feel better!
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Originally Posted by Briar 
Regardless of the AA debate, talk to a psychiatrist. I also thought I couldn't take anything for anxiety because they are addictive, and I was very angry about that. But my psychiatrist prescribed me some non-addictive anxiety meds that have changed my life. Benzos aren't the only option. I hope you feel better!
As did my depression.
Ditto for many years of chronic alcoholism and drug addiction.
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Originally Posted by khendal46
I just don't get it. I have daily panic attacks due to social anxiety. I never go out and meet new people because of my severe social anxiety. I have multiple panic attacks at work where I start sweating, shaking, and can't control my thoughts; it is SO embarrassing I sometimes have suicidal thoughts because of it. I cannot maintain friendships because my anxiety keeps me locked in the house some days.
Sobriety is more than abstaining, it's learning how to live a new lifestyle which is more suited to maintaining a healthy mind, body and spirit.
As others may say "take what works and leave the rest" - applicable in many situations including others' opinions and judgements!
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Originally Posted by khendal46
I just don't get it. I have daily panic attacks due to social anxiety. I never go out and meet new people because of my severe social anxiety. I have multiple panic attacks at work where I start sweating, shaking, and can't control my thoughts; it is SO embarrassing I sometimes have suicidal thoughts because of it. I cannot maintain friendships because my anxiety keeps me locked in the house some days.
I have been sober a little over a month. I have a sponsor and go to AA meetings. But I am just supposed to suffer through this??? I am doomed to have a life where I can't take any medications to help with my anxiety because of the chance that I might abuse them or "because I won't be truly sober". If I get an injury, I have to be in constant pain because I am not allowed to take anything that "changes the way I feel". AA states that they have "no opinion on outside issues" and "[they] are not doctors", but the AA doctrine and opinions from most members sure points to the contrary!! I don't freaking get it!!
I have been sober a little over a month. I have a sponsor and go to AA meetings. But I am just supposed to suffer through this??? I am doomed to have a life where I can't take any medications to help with my anxiety because of the chance that I might abuse them or "because I won't be truly sober". If I get an injury, I have to be in constant pain because I am not allowed to take anything that "changes the way I feel". AA states that they have "no opinion on outside issues" and "[they] are not doctors", but the AA doctrine and opinions from most members sure points to the contrary!! I don't freaking get it!!
Remember -- people in AA do not need to know everything about us.
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My situational anxiety (fear of being in large meetings and groups and driving at night and on interstates) and panic attacks slowly receded after I got sober.
Now, I routinely speak in large meetings, conduct them, go to court, etc. and I drive all over the Southeast anytime I want.
I feel like I was born with a steering wheel in my hands.
But I had to get professional help with the GAD, and I did and it has worked ever since (around 18 years now).
Now, I routinely speak in large meetings, conduct them, go to court, etc. and I drive all over the Southeast anytime I want.
I feel like I was born with a steering wheel in my hands.
But I had to get professional help with the GAD, and I did and it has worked ever since (around 18 years now).
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