I'm a 27 year old male living in NJ. I began drinking at the age of 16, only on weekends and just for the "fun" buzz. Years progressed and so did the frequency of my drinking. I began to notice that when I drank, I became someone that "I" loved, but my family couldn't stand. Drinking began to dismantle my life little by little but I always turned back to the bottle. I feel more alive even though I'm killing myself; I feel like there's nothing to worry about, no anxiety, nothing. My problem however is that I cannot just have a few drinks. Once I begin, I wind up going on 3, 4, and even 5 day binges; hating myself when it's finally over. Then I promise myself never to put my body through this again, but slip up every two weeks or so......I've lost jobs because of it, and now I'm beginning to worry that I will never stop on my own. I enjoy the feeling too much, except of course the morning after. I looked into Antabuse but there seems to be a tremendous amount of side effects associated with taking this medication. ANY HELP anyone could give would be much appreciated. I just want to be normal....love and faith.....Kevin
Welcome to the board. You may want to check out an "open" AA meeting and see if you can identify with others there...take it easy!
Antabuse only works while you take it. Think about that.
Hi Jersey Boy
I know its hard but I find the only thing that really helps is going to meetings
I don't always listen to my own advice but it does work.
It will only get worse if you carry on and can only get better if you stop.
good luck Debbie xx
I know its hard but I find the only thing that really helps is going to meetings
I don't always listen to my own advice but it does work.
It will only get worse if you carry on and can only get better if you stop.
good luck Debbie xx
