Mummyto2

October 3rd unbelievable, ive taken it, but i am shocked i have to wait that long for help from a proffesional

biminiblue

Did you tell them the extent of the problem - or just casually ask for an appointment? Medical teams are in the business of triage...if you don't express urgency, they'll not respond urgently.

In the meantime, you could go to an AA meeting every day.

Mummyto2

I told them it was bad, the nearest AA is over an hour and a half away, I've no car and they have one meeting a month

biminiblue

Well, I went to some meetings in early days and they were helpful, but I did most of this myself with help from many books and this site. No medical or therapy help.

Have you tried praying? Going to church? There are people everywhere who are willing to help IF you ask. I did do a few counseling appointments a long time ago and honestly, I got more out of books and church.

It can be done if you want it. You're not helpless or hopeless. If it's truly bad enough, go to the hospital.

Mummyto2

I went to aa before and managed 6 months, the longest ive ever done, think i will go back to mass every week thanks

biminiblue

You can also go sit in the pews and talk to God any day of the week. Maybe try setting up an appointment with the priest or one of the church counselors.

There is hope, and there is help. Reach out!

Mummyto2

yes, i used to go into church and pray lots before we moved here, i will go and pray and light a candle

Lizajane

You said mass, so maybe you are Catholic? Most churches have daily mass, so you can go as often as needed. If you make inquiries, there are generally people at church available to counsel you through times of crisis and I would bet there are connections to AA members there. Books are a great idea. I gained a lot of tools to get through the early days by reading. Simple tips like making sure I was not hungry, thirsty, lonely or anxious. Real ways to deal with these states that actually work. Recognizing the AV and my triggers. Setting myself up for early success by avoiding triggers and recognizing my Addictive Voice for what it really was...just my head playing tricks on me to justify continuing my addictive behavior. Keep coming back here. It is a real community at your finger tips. When you think you are going to drink...post about that and an army will respond to talk you through it.

aasharon90

There's got to be help available for
those with addiction to alcohol and
drugs. Those who are in dire need
for medical attention emmediately.

Remember, you are not the only
one dealing with addiction. There
has got to be a place, hospital for
folks like us.

I was sent to a phyciatric hospital
which evaluated me first because
I tried to harm myself taking pills.

After the evaluation I was sent to
another part of the hospital that
dealt with addiction.

Others were sent to the mental
ward for other serious mental
problems.

There has got to be a hospital
for that near to you.

Continue researching with urgency
and beg for help so that they know
you cant do this alone.

Your in my prayers, thoughts and concerns
my friend.

Mummyto2

Thanks, yes i am catholic, i was so shocked at october, there must be something out there, just need to find it

Radix

Often times, you can go to the head of the line for medical attention by going to an Emergency Room. Regular outpatient appointments might be hard to find, but being seen in the ER can change things. If worse comes to worst, you might even be admitted to the hospital, and that would mean care right away.

If you can't or don't want to do that, then I also like the idea of daily mass and spiritual support from the church.

You could also use the resources and the community on SR to help take care of yourself.

Best of luck to you.

Mummyto2

Thank you, mass i think is the way to go for me until my appointement in october

biminiblue

I would get into the Bible, too. Best self-help book ever.

There are easy ways on the internet to look up whatever you need help with in Scripture.

I did lots of internet searches for Bible verses that applied to whatever I was struggling with. It was super helpful.

Anna

I would also recommend going to an ER Hospital in an effort to get the help you need sooner. You may have to fight a bit in order to get help and that's okay.

Mummyto2

Just printed off smart recovery worksheets and reading through all about behaviour therapy, makes a lot of sense

Mummyto2

If i go to a hospital ie an hour away nearest one, no one to look after kids, and no car, i will have to perhaps see if doctor can push my appointement closer, he may have things he can do being a health proffessional

Delilah1

If you are really struggling I would go to the ER as well, I know it's hard withths kids, but you need to take care you before you can take care of them. Do you have any family or friends nearby that can help with the kids?

Mummyto2

Hubby works away and havent made any friends yet, i feel ok today keeping busy and reading

aasharon90

Just a few days ago, after a little time
without a drink, you ventured out on
the road looking for alcohol and don't
remember what happened or where
you went.

That to me is extremely scary. You've
done this I don't know how many
times already, and most probably
wont be the last time.

Arent you scared what may happen
if you get out on the road again looking
for alcohol? What would happen if
you drive under the influence of alcohol?
What if you were behind the wheel
with ur kids? What if you kill someone
in the process? Of course if you are
the one killed then it wont matter
to you. But, what about ur family or
those you leave behind?

Alcoholism is nothing to just brush
under the rug or put a bandage over
and expect it to heal. It requires
help. Treatment help.

I have to agree with Anna above on
going to the ER or go to your doctor.
They don't know you are in trouble
and sick with addiction unless you
tell them, or see your doctor.

Have your own doctor suggest a
physician who can see you emmediately
to address you addiction because you
have a family with little ones in your
care.

Will it take wanting to ending your life
if you have reach your desperation for
needing help?

Im a Catholic, was raising 2 beautiful little
ones, married, at home mom, wouldnt harm
a hair on anyone. However, alcohol distorted
my thoughts, mind every ounce of my being
that I felt like I was a failure because I couldn't
leave alcohol alone.

It was tooo freaking strong, powerful, cunning
and kept wiggling its way into me. It kept calling
me. Even when I thought I could let it go, it was
there, inticing me.

I, you, we are not bad people. Just sick
with a disease running thru our hearts,
minds and soul.

I went to church, I prayed and nothing
could stop me from getting my poison.
Even hitting a concrete culvert sitting
on top the ground at 2am in the morning.

Yep, my little family got that call in the
wee hours of the morning. A call no family
ever wishes to get.

Don't wait till its too late for help.

Yell loud enough for them to hear you.

I NEED HELP NOW or I Will die. And
you don't want to. I have family that I
love and they need me.
I have an addiction to alcohol and don't
have the power to get rid of it by yourself.

I need help now. Not October when it
may be too late.

Mummyto2

of course i am petrified of what could have happened, i am well aware how serious alcoholism is, ive lost enough people through it, as ive said i am in no position to go to hospital, i have too seek help elsewhere and give it all ive got