This morning I came to this realization (despite the fact that it has been pretty much right in front of my face all along) after having a "rock-bottom" type moment last night. I'm 19 years. What should I do next? Try to stop drinking completely? Try to drink in moderation? Get outside help (and stop drinking)? Thank you for any help.
2007-12-01 10:40:00 · 29 answers · asked by Anonymous in Food & Drink ➔ Beer, Wine & Spirits
Dude... me too... Im 17 and I have finally been told by every person I know that i am an alchoholic... My parents are threatening me and saying I have to move back to the States.. so here's what Im doing... I am going to AA meetings everyday... Im shooting for 30 meetings in 30 days.... I am trying to admit that I have no power over alchohol.. whichs means you can't drink in moderation beacuse your brain has been rewired to always want more... and also I am not carrying cash aound with me anymore so I can't buy stuff on the way home.. oh the drinking age hee is only 16.. germany.. but I'm sure you can buy your own too.. soo yeah.. realize that it will not be easy no matter how much you want it to be... you can't quit by yourself.... aknowledge the benefits you will get from not drinking... and good luck.. there are millions of people all over the world just like us who never do anything about their problem and it ruins their lives... good luck in your sobriety...
2007-12-01 11:51:29 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
when your an alcoholic there is no such thing as drinking moderately. You have a problem and you need to get help and the first step is admitting you have a problem like you have done. I have known many people who have had to deal with alcoholism. I would recommend going to AA meetings or talking to someone such as a psychologist and if this doesnt help you, than I would go away for about a month for treatment. You are the only one who can control whether or not you get help. Good luck and you can do it if you want to!
2007-12-01 10:46:36 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
If you consider yourself to be an alcoholic then you have probably already done one of the hardest parts - realize that you have a problem and you need a change. That said, I would recommend that you get outside help if you aren't able to stop completely on your own in short order. I have never been to AA or anything like that myself but apparently it helps some people a lot.
You sure don't want to let this go on.
2007-12-01 10:48:14 · answer #3 · answered by CB 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Look in the phone book or on the internet and call your local Alcoholics Anonymous--you can find information at the website listed below. They will send someone to talk with you if you want (it would probably be a good idea) and let you know when and where a meeting is nearby. It's not something that you can do easily by yourself, so, reach out for help. You're worth the effort to get yourself back.
You are in my prayers.
2007-12-01 10:51:24 · answer #4 · answered by Greg W 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Everyones given you great advice,and they are right,find the nearest A/A meeting and sit down and hear their stories,who knows,you might see a reflection of you there.Dont be afraid and go to more than one place if you can,just like abusers of anything,they come in all kinds,shapes and backgrounds,find one where you feel comfortable.If you can afford it I would also suggest a rehab,it will give you even more insight on why you do the things you do.Drugs were my thing,but in the end its all the same.
2007-12-01 12:09:55 · answer #5 · answered by stygianwolfe 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the AA website.
There is a thing that is referred to as "the big book" and it makes plain the way that has given solace, comfort and self forgiveness to thousands.
You can forgive yourself and move on with your life...
Check out the information. It saved me and continues to save me daily.
You don't have to be in misery.
Find a meeting, go and listen...you don't have to say a thing.
See that there are others who, like yourself, are powerless against alcohol and wish to break the cycle of pain and torment.
I wish you courage to take this step.
It will be the best thing that you ever do...period.
2007-12-01 10:58:18 · answer #6 · answered by Angus O 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to alcoholics anonymous. they will be able to advise you!!!
i started going to AA at 20 and have not had a drink in 21 years. i am now 42 and sober all that time and life has been fantastic. in the mean time i have watched family members RUIN their lives, commit suicide, die, go to jail and other institutions.
go to 90 meetings in 90 days of AA. if you dont like what you find there, they will gladly refund your misery.
you may contact me privately for more help/advice/assistance
charlton
2007-12-01 12:06:47 · answer #7 · answered by charlton_g_w 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Loads of organizations to help, but try on your own, so that you can feel great later that you quit all by yourself, - I recommend you take up another habit like coffee or even tea to replace the alcohol, so that you don't feel deprived, and try to hang with people who don't drink so that you don't get the urge. Have a go, test your will power. Good luck.
2007-12-01 10:45:16 · answer #8 · answered by jenesuispasunnombre 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Seek help! You have already have accpomplished one thing-you admitted you have a drinking problem. AA is a great place to start. 19 years old is young. With AA it is one day at a time. You need to seek help!! AA is working for a friend of mine as well as myself. He went cold turkey,and had issues, but it was a matter of Life or Death for him. Please get help!
2007-12-01 12:17:03 · answer #9 · answered by Miss Redwing 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
if you have anything in the house pour it out...you made the first step by realizing you are in need of help...if you can stop by yourself more power to you...if not going to AA meetings will help you and you will get a sponsor to help you out as well...they will be there for you when you think you need them...your body will thank you, and you will be stronger for this...think no more liver damage...Good luck..your off to a great start!
2007-12-01 10:44:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋