Wow thank you all for sharing!
My husband has only been in detox for 2 days. They will transport him to inpatient after his 7 day detox. I spoke with him twice yesterday and twice today...I could clearly tell he was on medication, and the guilt and shame was starting to set in. This is scary for both of us...neither of us have had to go through anything remotely like this.
I hope when he actually starts his inpatient they will give him the tools to start feeling better. I hurt for him, myself, and our daughter. I will definitely be getting plenty of self help through Alanon. I was contemplating seeing my own personal therapist as well, but clearly it sounds like this is a must. I know his program has a lot of family involvement, and I even think a family weekend, so I will be attending whatever I can.
Did anyone notice a big change from detox to inpatient? What (if any) words of encouragement did you give your loved ones when they called?