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neil35213
neil35213

Hi this is my first post. I'm 51 now and I've drank beer virtually every day since I was about 18. I've been to a few AA classes and done some reading and I concluded that I wasn't an alcoholic because I can stop and do. I then go home and have a cup of tea. I'm trying to cut down so that I have half f the days in the month dry. I only drink beer nothing else and I've changed now to the weak stuff from the strong stuff. I really like beer and the company from being in a pub but I'm always filled with guilt now that really gets me down. I use the drink aware app to keep track but in some ways I was happier when I didn't know. Has anyone had similar ??

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  • hope4cure
    hope4cure neil35213

    Posted

    Read about all the info on this forum about alcohol and the meds available to help cut down and treatment. EDUCATE YOURSELF LEARN HOW TO CONTOL ADDICTION.

    See C3 Europe on the Sinclair method and Naltrexone, camprel,Vivatrol, bacfolen all the many meds now alvailable to help cut down the opiate receptors that creates the cravings. Read about pharmacudical extinction. Learn what's available it's all here. 

    Everyone is is here for you. You must do the work and obtain the meds to break the brain from constant cravings . This is not a character flaw. This is a illness physically and mentally, please see your GP OR NEAREST Addiction counselor. Lots of love ?? and success for you to gain control. 

    HOPE4CURE

    • hope4cure
      hope4cure neil35213

      Posted

      My son is the AUD patient in the US. It has become a law in this country announced by the Attorney General that AUD  is a illness and mental illness, all medications and treatments for AUD & opiate dependency must be included in treatment by physicians, clinics etc. it has been announced in the US much like smoking that AUD kills more than any other disease, thousands everyday. AUD meds and treatment also must be covered by all insurance in the US. 

      Contract you GP OR ALCOHOL specialist ask for meds show them your research for these drugs available for AUD . Search all the YOU TUBE 

      EXPLINATIONS UNDER ALCOHOL ADDICTION, very informative and search Paul Turner on you tube in the U.K. He is a AUD Nurse practitioner. Can help get the meds you need. 

      Much love and success to you and I hope I have answered your question . Nerver ever give Up! This is your life and you can live without alcohol controlling the opiate receptors in the brain. U Have a illness and many can be helped by slowing down the amt of alcohol drank each day . This is not a weakness or a moral failing. This is an addiction controlled by the brains opiate receptors. Even many here can help you get the meds you need. 

      Start By writing a new post state where you are from and ask where others have obtained the meds needed.

      HOPE4CURE

  • mike96133
    mike96133 neil35213

    Posted

    I guess the big question is why do you feel guilty about drinking? I admit, I was drinking heavy like every day of the week. I cut it down to once a week, but I still feel guilty.

    Everyone has a different relationship with alcohol. I normally feel guilty because I'll ask my self why did I drink? Was it because I was celebrating an occasion or personal accomplishment. Subconsciously, I drank just because I wanted to or, I'm sad/depressed. I'm by no way an expert on anything, that's just my personal experience.

  • deirdre._03652
    deirdre._03652 neil35213

    Posted

    Hi Neil,

    Try not to feel such guilt ...you are not weak or bad, you are not a really heavy drinker ....hope 4 cure xxx ( ALWAYS lovey to see your name )

    IS very knowledgeable on the subject , also Paul Turner is an amazing he

    P....the first point, stop feeling guilty, you are not hard, ingredients anyone...if you could down a little, it would improve your future help...

    I was ill for many years as an alcoholic. It nearly killed me quite a few times, as a result, I was sectioned four times...

    have a word with your GP he /she can, and will help you....you can still have a couple of pints with your mates, you aren't hurting anyone....you have no need to feel guilty young man....enjoy your weekend and have a word with your GP...

    In every town and city, there is a drop in centre, for both alcohol and substance abuse...you do not need an appointment,..they are named..

    RECOVERY PARTNERSHIP.. they are all qualified people, and they can and will help in any way that they can....keep your chin up Neil. I wish you everything you both want and need....good luck mate.....dee xxxx

  • pauline62699
    pauline62699 neil35213

    Posted

    Hi there,

    First time here.  I am sooooooooooooo impressed and amazed at the support.  I have learned sooooooooo much from all of you.  Does anyone know how I can purchase Naltrexone without a prescription??  I have visited a few sites, but I'm nervous as I have never done anything like this before.  I can not ask my doctor for a prescription, as he is a family friend - any advice?

    • Joanna-SMUKLtd
      Joanna-SMUKLtd pauline62699

      Posted

      Do you have the option to go private for the prescription, Pauline?

      Naltrexone IS a prescription-only medication in the UK, so cannot be legally obtained in the UK without one. 

       

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