Teen Looking for Guidance
 

Hi

My name is John, and I am in my late teens. I have been living with an alcoholic for 18 years, whom is my father, along with my mother. Me and my mother have been holding on, as Christians, to learn how to deal with each day. He is verbally abusive, and its gotten to the point where its getting old and we are tired of hearing his mouth. He is stubborn and selfish and doesn't take into consideration that he is causing emotional.

I am here to gain guidance and suggestions of how to get through living with an alcoholic father.

Thanks in advance

Have you tried looking at the Friends and Family forum - there are many in the same position.

My grandmother stayed with my violent, alkie grandfather for many years longer than she should have because of the Christian "I am my brother's keeper".

But Jesus also said "Love each other as you love yourself." Not more than you love yourself. Just saying, you and your mum deserve the same compassion as your father does. Not less.

Also Alanon and Alateen - have you ever tried them. They help so many people.

Thanks for the response!

I made a topic in Families and Friends with Alcoholics too. Thanks for the advice.

Hi and Welcome,

Here are some links that might help:

Teen Links
Family Teens Group - Support For Teens Affected by Alcoholism or Addiction within the Family.
Family Teens - Family Teens Message Board
Miracles In Progress Family Teens Group - For Teens whose lives are adversely effected by Alcoholism within the Family. Webmaster: John Freifeld

thank you

I grew up in the same type of household. I have no answers. It was hell sometimes. I reallt feel for you.
There is alot of support here. And you have gotten some great suggestions already.
Welcome and I hope you find the peace of mind your looking for.