Old 09-02-2007, 11:39 AM
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DesertEyes
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Hello there Phoenix, and welcome to this wonderful website

I'm sorry to hear that your Dad has let his depression turn into addiction. I can't even imagine how painful this must be for you. I think you are doing the best for your child and your own marriage by keeping the chaos of addiction physically distant.

I have found the program of al-anon to be wonderfuly helpful in dealing with the addictions in my own family. They have fabulous books and pamphlets filled with information and suggestions. You can find them in your local phone book. Or on the web

http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/meetings/meeting.html

There is also a great deal of information about dealing with alcoholics right here in this forum.

http://soberrecovery.com/forums/frie...ly-alcoholics/

take a little time to read thru the "sticky" posts at the top.

I'm glad your husband is such a good support for you, that's awesome. Check out a few meetings of al-anon and see what you think. They have been a huge support for me and I think you'll find them good for you as well.

Welcome again.

Mike
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