Originally Posted by
Dee74 The word 'alcoholism' may have become synonymous with AA but it was around in the 19th century.
Each to their own - I'm not bothered by words - they can only hold power over me if I let them IMO. The real issue here surely is acknowledging the problem and acting on it.
I have to live with certain conditions - medical, emotional and behavioural - but none of them need define who I am. Only I do that.
D
Right, antiquated. And what is the value of a label? People were both revered and scorned thoughout history for being depressed, so what does that tell you? Times change.
What is wrong with adopting a 2009 view of things?