Any options besides tapering or benzos?
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Join Date: Mar 2015
Location: St.Petersburg, FL.
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Hey, Melly. I believe most cities have some sort of a detox facility where there are sliding scales for payment . When I used the one in my county I didn't have to pay anything.
If things get bad, don't hesitate to go to the ER. Even if you don't have money they must treat you, and withdrawals can be life threatening. I had seizures when I stopped all at once, but when I went to the hospital everyone was very kind and understanding. I wish there was an easy way to get sober, but there just isn't.
Wishing you all the best. You are in my thoughts.
If things get bad, don't hesitate to go to the ER. Even if you don't have money they must treat you, and withdrawals can be life threatening. I had seizures when I stopped all at once, but when I went to the hospital everyone was very kind and understanding. I wish there was an easy way to get sober, but there just isn't.
Wishing you all the best. You are in my thoughts.
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Join Date: Mar 2018
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Hi guys... In case anyone would like a joyful update..
Through the grace and strength of God alone I managed to successfully taper and I have been sober for 9 days!!!!!! 😁 I am absolutely elated.
I cut down way over half to 3 drinks a day for a few days, just enough to keep the shakes mild and then two for a few days and then none.
God is SO SO good! There is absolutely no way I could have done it otherwise.
Also... God decided I needed help staying permanently sober because I just found out today I am pregnant ❤❤❤ I found out very early... Haven't missed my monthly yet, so absolutely no harm done to the baby.
Thank you all for your encouragement, I will definitely be hanging out on the threads here. Being pregnant means no going back for me and there is absolutely NO chance of me taking a drink.
Through the grace and strength of God alone I managed to successfully taper and I have been sober for 9 days!!!!!! 😁 I am absolutely elated.
I cut down way over half to 3 drinks a day for a few days, just enough to keep the shakes mild and then two for a few days and then none.
God is SO SO good! There is absolutely no way I could have done it otherwise.
Also... God decided I needed help staying permanently sober because I just found out today I am pregnant ❤❤❤ I found out very early... Haven't missed my monthly yet, so absolutely no harm done to the baby.
Thank you all for your encouragement, I will definitely be hanging out on the threads here. Being pregnant means no going back for me and there is absolutely NO chance of me taking a drink.
Glad you are sober now. Just don't pick up that first drink and you'll be fine. Member
Join Date: Jun 2018
Location: St Louis, MO
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Melly, go see a doctor. Alcoholism is VERY common and not the stigma you are worrying yourself with. Simply...I want to quit. I am finding it difficult because I have been drinking so much I am concerned with withdrawals. Can you help me?
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Originally Posted by Lizajane 
Melly, go see a doctor. Alcoholism is VERY common and not the stigma you are worrying yourself with. Simply...I want to quit. I am finding it difficult because I have been drinking so much I am concerned with withdrawals. Can you help me?
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Join Date: Aug 2015
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I wrote a post jumping ahead and didn't see your update first- re-reading now I am so pleased about your current life. Keep going! Planning for after you have the baby like you might already be doing, is a great idea, too!
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Join Date: May 2014
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Posts: 109
I was the same way...I didn't want any documentation either. One day I just decided to suck it up and ride out the detox at home. I am currently on day 6 and I can tell you, it is SO worth the hell I went through!
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Join Date: May 2014
Location: Cincinnati, OH
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Originally Posted by Melly
I feel as if you didn't read my last post..... Lol the only doc I'm seeing is my obgyn. I am sober and healthy and pregnant and will absolutely NOT drink with a life growing inside me. ❤
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Thank you all!!! And yes detoxing at home is a bear but sooooo worth it! I feel wonderful. I'm sure it's the temporary high and it'll go away but still lol
And yes planning for post baby is very good idea and I will definitely do that as well
And yes planning for post baby is very good idea and I will definitely do that as well
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