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    Mar 12, 2010, 04:43 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by JustLaw View Post
    He is also on high blood pressure medicine.
    One doesn't combine drugs with alcohol. It's deadly.

    Here's a bit from netdoctor.co.uk --

    When should I be worried if I have an alcohol problem?

    There are a number of pointers that should lead you to consider if you have an alcohol problem. These include:

    * using alcohol to try to escape from your worries and troubles.
    * using alcohol to help you sleep.
    * if you drink every day.
    * if you are drinking more than the recommended units a week.
    * if having a drink starts being one of the most important things in your life.
    * if you are regularly drinking alone.
    * if people are advising you to cut down the amount you drink.
    * if you get annoyed by people criticising your drinking.
    * if you feel guilty about drinking.
    * if you need a drink in the morning to be able to face the world.
    * if you feel shaky in the morning after drinking heavily.
    * if you have periods when you were drinking that you cannot recall.
    * if you have ever had problems at work because of drink.
    * if you have ever been arrested or charged with any drink-related offence.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 04:48 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by J_9 View Post
    Have to spread the love Kity, but my cousin was killed by a drunk driver who was only driving home from the "corner bar."
    I'm sorry J. That must really hurt. There two young ladies from our neighboring county killed last year by a guy who had three DUI's and was driving on a revoked license. It makes me sick!
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    Mar 12, 2010, 04:57 PM

    So basically he is a "nice" drunk who thinks that he drive "fine".

    Someone needs to hide his keys.

    People are killed every day by "fine" drivers who have "trouble sleeping".

    He's a drunk driver.

    Hopefully, he will get help soon.

    Justlaw, Are you willing to take this on?
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    Mar 12, 2010, 05:40 PM

    I'm so confused right now... I don't know what to think.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 05:43 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by J_9 View Post
    Have to spread the love Kity, but my cousin was killed by a drunk driver who was only driving home from the "corner bar."

    Bet the dd never got a scratch!
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    Mar 12, 2010, 05:44 PM

    What is confusing, he drinks too much, does not admit it,

    Common signs, if he admitted it and would "know" he had a problem he would be trying to stop.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 05:48 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by JustLaw View Post
    I'm so confused right now.....I don't know what to think.


    Take the advice of the people on this site. Some of the best advice you will ever get. Every person on here will tell you what you need to hear, not what they think you want to hear. I'm sorry but you can get help for him and if he's willing who knows?
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    Mar 12, 2010, 05:49 PM

    That's not what I am confused about. I don't know what to do or what to say. I can't believe I didn't see this before.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:00 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by JustLaw View Post
    That's not what I am confused about. I don't know what to do or what to say. I can't believe I didn't see this before.

    You know what, you came on this forum and asked for help and that shows you are concerned. That's a start. You are not a bad person. I believe we all see things in people we love that we don't want to face. But you are facing them. Ask him about AA and if you have too, insist on it.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:02 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Kitkat22 View Post
    Ask him about AA and if you have too, insist on it.
    But remember, HE has to be the one who wants to attend meetings. You can't force him to go. YOU for sure go to Al-Anon, or even just an open AA meeting. At least once.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:05 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Wondergirl View Post
    But remember, HE has to be the one who wants to attend meetings. You can't force him to go. YOU for sure go to Al-Anon, or even just an open AA meeting. At least once.
    You always say the right thing WG.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:10 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Kitkat22 View Post
    You always say the right thing WG.
    I spent three years in grad school and nearly $20,000 so I could. :)
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:12 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by Wondergirl View Post
    I spent three years in grad school and nearly $20,000 so I could. :)
    And you always say it well. You got your moneys worth. :D:D
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:14 PM

    I am looking up info for Alanon
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:18 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by JustLaw View Post
    I am looking up info for Alanon
    Good for you. But as Wondergirl stated it has to be his choice. Good luck!
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:23 PM

    I meant the support group for me.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:26 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by JustLaw View Post
    I meant the support group for me.


    You will be in my prayers and I think it's wonderful you are getting some help for yourself.. Please let all of us know how you are doing. Good Luck and God Bless! :):)
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:34 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by JustLaw View Post
    I meant the support group for me.
    Wonderful! You will learn coping skills and begin to understand what is happening to him physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 06:58 PM

    You know we will be here for you.
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    Mar 12, 2010, 09:11 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by JustLaw View Post
    I meant the support group for me.
    ''

    Good luck, girl, get him pulled through if you love him a lot.

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