I don't even think she realizes how bad her alcoholism is. She gets drunk daily and phones everyone she knows, slurring her words. She seems so angry at everyone and everything. Anyone with advice that has a similair situation with a friend or family member. I'm sick with worry too.
2007-03-12 10:44:42 · 8 answers · asked by applecheeks 4 in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
The sad truth is that unless she acknowledges that she has a problem you will not be able to help her. Try talking to her, give her lots of love and support, don't condemn, show concern for her and her health. Suggest that you will go and see her doctor with her, she may be eligible for antabuse treatment. The big thing is though that she MUST want to do it herself
2007-03-12 12:31:46 · answer #1 · answered by huggz 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
It sounds quite bad if that happens on a daily basis.
It won't be easy but many resources that can offer some help. Counselors for yourself (to see how you can help) since it will be a challenge for her to admit to the problem.
Alcoholics Anonymous can be a good first step. Go online for some direction and steps in the process.
Most importantly, be there for her. Have patience and understanding of the situation. Support will be the best thing that will help her while she seeks treatment.
2007-03-12 18:00:09 · answer #2 · answered by Core L 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If the situation is bad enough, you need to do an intervention. But keep in mind, she is the one who has to do the changing. Everyone in the world can point out to her that she has a problem, but only she can make the change.
In the mean time, you might want to check out Al-anon. They help friends and family of alchoholics.
2007-03-12 17:48:43 · answer #3 · answered by Ralph 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
My uncle used to be an alcoholic. We just got all the family and all his friends together and did an intervention. We told him to get help or we wouldnt and couldnt have anything to do with him. He got help and has now been sober 3 yrs.
2007-03-12 17:53:48 · answer #4 · answered by mikentammy76 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
You DON'T help. Your help could be part of the problem. It's called "enabling". Give her the telephone number to AA, tell her to get sober and not to contact you until she's been sober for one year. Then, walk away from her completely. That's all that works. Tough love. Here are some helpful websites about enabling:
http://alcoholism.about.com/cs/info2/a/aa052197.htm
http://www.lovefirst.net/xarticles/article2.htm
http://www.carelinks.net/books/dh/EN_alcohol/alcohol2_3.htm
2007-03-12 17:55:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I marked Ralph a thumbs up for the Al anon suggestion. they will be her only hope whenever she decides to stop her spiral downwards.
When she has not a penny to spend on drinks, she might wake up but its doubtful. You can see what the Alcoholics annonymous has to offer. They might have something you can do.. Even if its only keep their number beside your phone.
2007-03-12 17:53:51 · answer #6 · answered by ricketyoldbat 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Rehab
2007-03-12 17:57:14 · answer #7 · answered by *Lily* 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
oh BOY! I guess you know what a BIG PROBLEM this is going too be for YOU! mostly....
As DRUNKS!!! don't admit they have a problem!
I would GET YOURSELF help first!!
The take it ONE day AT a TIME!
My heart goes out too you....Good luck!
Everyone should have a brother/sister that cares like you!
It's a VERY VERY HARD and LONG road!
2007-03-12 17:55:22 · answer #8 · answered by Daisy-flower 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋