Doiredreams

Hi there, I am an expartner of an addict who I was with for a very long time and feel that in the last year of our relationship they went downhill and I see them now repeating patterns I recognise from the beginning of our relationship after they came out of detox. I guess I am on here to find support and to know whether it is normal when in addiction phase to act completely out of character and look as if your feelings have disappeared or acting with ambivalence. I myself worked in addiction on and off but when your experience is life shattering it is hard to think objectively. However, it does mean that if anyone needs some advice, I can give that regarding detox or living clean etc. I would welcome advice from anyone on this forum, either someone who has been in/is in the arms of addiction or a family member and their experience. Thank you

Anna

Hi and Welcome,

I'm sorry for your situation.

I wonder if you have considered AlAnon as a support for yourself?

And, this is a link to the Friends & Families forum on this board

.Friends and Family of Alcoholics - SoberRecovery : Alcoholism Drug Addiction Help and Information

Hevyn

Welcome Doiredreams - it's good to have you with us.

I definitely did out-of-character things when under the influence. I look back and can't believe the danger I put myself in - the thoughtless things I said. That was one of the main reasons I had to stop - I never knew who I'd turn into once it got in my system.

I'm sorry for what you've experienced with your partner. I hope it helps to share your thoughts here with us.

Soberwolf

Welcome Doiredream youl find a ton of support here

Nice to meet you