Originally Posted by
Alucard 
I dont blame the man for his anger. Not everyone here is happy and delighted to be dealing with the alcoholics' BS. It does cause some people stress, unhappiness, and anxiety, and makes them want to leave permanently.
Hmmm, I don't think I blame him for his anger, I am surprised by it. I am in recovery and have been married to an alcoholic/addict, my life has been filled with alcoholics.
I am surprised he is so angry at codependents, because he is one. But, when I was drinking I hated myself, so that does make sense. Being codependent is tough, I do not have anything to ease the pain.
Yes, it did cause me some stress to be raised by an alcoholic I think. I was unhappy when my opiate addicted sister stole money from me.
Anxiety, oh you betcha, have a kid addicted, that will produce some anxiety.
I agree with you Alucard. Being around a drunk sucks.
Being the codependent sucks even worse.
Beth