Advice Needed. She Wants to Change. How to Help?
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Join Date: Jan 2015
Location: Texas
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Rev-I too took psych classes (wanted to be an FBI profiler!) but did not pursue-and I've read so many books about alcoholism and it's effects on family, psyche, self esteem, etc. And I was raised by an abusive alcoholic. None of the life experience or knowledge helped me one bit when it came to my drinking issues or my ex husbands. I needed massive help dealing with the chaos in my family. All I'm saying is to not shut the door to therapy-yeah, some can be a little out there BUT if you find a good therapist you click with that can help YOU, it would be a good thing. Peace, friend.
Chloe's Auntie
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Rural Western NC
Posts: 12
Hi, Rev.
I'm only 22 but my sister is both an addict and an alcoholic. I take care of her daughter in my apartment; it's a long story and not for here.
I adore my big sister. If she told me she wanted to take steps to get clean, I'd do what you did, help her find a doctor or someone to help.
I'd also be cautious. Maybe you, like I, have been hurt, worried, scared, and all that when she was drinking.
I don't know what to tell you. This is only my 4th posting, but I wish you both the very best, and I hope to hear good news.
All good things,
Emmy
I'm only 22 but my sister is both an addict and an alcoholic. I take care of her daughter in my apartment; it's a long story and not for here.
I adore my big sister. If she told me she wanted to take steps to get clean, I'd do what you did, help her find a doctor or someone to help.
I'd also be cautious. Maybe you, like I, have been hurt, worried, scared, and all that when she was drinking.
I don't know what to tell you. This is only my 4th posting, but I wish you both the very best, and I hope to hear good news.
All good things,
Emmy
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