Alcoholism Recovery & Treatment

could this be a sign of alcohol withdrawal?

Alan — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:24:36 +0000

Question by : could this be a sign of alcohol withdrawal?
before going to bed, if i don’t have a few drinks, i get really strange symptoms, like ill hear loud ringing and sometimes strange sounds, voices, not sure exactly what, it can be a little scary at times, i’m a perfectly sane and normal person, but i do take the anti-depressant nortriptyline, sometimes with alcohol, i know i’m not suppose to but i do anyways, also this only happens before bedtime, could this be a sign of alcohol withdrawal? can i “wean” myself out of this?

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Answer by B
Honestly yes. Alcohol has a ton of withdrawl symptoms and well as different severity levels. Does it sound like a radio might be on when your going to bed, like off in the distance? Thats a sign. Voices, but not clear ones. ringing, odd muscle ticks or jerks, as well as bad dreams or sweating are all low to moderate withdrawal symptoms.

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My doctor has told me to stop drinking alcohol for 3 months. Can I have a few on holiday?

Alan — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:27:35 +0000

Question by wuzzbert: My doctor has told me to stop drinking alcohol for 3 months. Can I have a few on holiday?
I went to the docs becuase I go out at weekends and was drinking a lot (70 units a week approx). He said my gamma GT level was high (55) and that I should not drink for 3 months. Ive done a month without a drink and was wondering if when I go on holiday next week and have a couple at night (and i mean a couple) will this effect my detox and put me back at square one or will it be ok?

And by the way is a level of 55 bad?

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Answer by shabo
if the doc said don’t drink then i tink they mean don’t drink u can have just as much fun without alcohol and replace it with the high of knowing that God Loves You!!!!!!!!!!!!

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3 months Rehab after an alcohol detox, what’s it like?

Alan — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:20:20 +0000

Question by Elric of Melniboné: 3 months Rehab after an alcohol detox, what’s it like?
Have had my funding for a detox rejected as the panel discussing it feel I need rehab, just want to know what experiences people have to share to get me prepared for it.

Kind regards

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Answer by nanny chris w
All you can do ,is look on it as a holiday in a ‘dry’ country!

We’re behind you – well, it will be panto season when you come home!!!

You’ll do it!

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Q&A: Can you be in different stages of recovery based on different drugs used?

Alan — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 10:20:45 +0000

Question by : Can you be in different stages of recovery based on different drugs used?
If you stop drinking alcohol, but continue to smoke marijuana; can you be considered to be in the action stage in terms of your recovery from alcohol, but only in the pre-contemplation stage in terms of your recovery with your drug (marijuana) use?

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Answer by namairb2
Very deep question. The problem is that since alcohol is legal the records and statistics are all based on facts. With weed the opposite is true except within those states where it’s legal for medicinal use. The few outweigh the many and so does the answer. When smoking both together, common sense tells you that giving up the alcohol is going to be a driving board into the answer to the contemplation of giving up the weed too. There can’t be any answers, just guesses to this. Sense the addictive nicotine isn’t found in in it are we even certain that it is addictive? Good luck and God Bless

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Should I have sex with my husband while he is in alcohol recovery?

Alan — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 04:19:25 +0000

Question by lkps: Should I have sex with my husband while he is in alcohol recovery?
I have just recently left my husband to give him space to deal with his alcoholism. He is on the right path, and we have a good goal, for him to stay at our old house, sober and in treatment for 6 months, when he can move in with me and our kids if he is still sober and in treatment of course. My question is, should we be “dating” and having sex and hanging out even thought we are in separate homes and are leading separate lives at this point?
I ask because we are on the same page, we have the same goal and he is willingly admitting and working on his problem – so I want to keep the connection between us alive and healthy while he is in treatment… is that right or wrong?

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Answer by Johnny Bang
Why not, it will distract him from wanting to drink.

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I am looking for a free or according to income Drug rehab center for cocaine addiction,marijuana and alcohol.?

Alan — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:19:26 +0000

Question by shellybelly: I am looking for a free or according to income Drug rehab center for cocaine addiction,marijuana and alcohol.?

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Answer by mhumeston
Well It would depend on where you are located. You can always look in the begining of the phone book under drug abuse and call their hotline for information. Do you live in California?

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My sister has passed away august 23rd and im having a difficult time getting over it. Any suggestions?

Alan — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:25:46 +0000

Question by Dimitra L: My sister has passed away august 23rd and im having a difficult time getting over it. Any suggestions?
My sister and I are 14 yrs apart and we were inseparable. She was my big sister and i looked up to her. She Died from alcoholism and i was with her when she took her last breathe. I’m having a very har time trying to get passed the fact that she is actually gone.

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Answer by Courtney
things will eventually get better just keep your head up and talk to the people in your family about it they are going through the same thing

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My parents are checking me into a alcohol rehab place. What should I expect?

Alan — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:19:50 +0000

Question by Awesome: My parents are checking me into a alcohol rehab place. What should I expect?
I do know that Im gonna have to live there for a long time and I know about the phases and privledge points and blah blah. I mean what will I have to do? Will they just make me sit there in a room or what? Theyve gotta make us do something. Im 14 if it matters.

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Answer by boxer l
if you’re 14 and you’re in a halfway house, your life sucks, and it’s your fault. theyre gonna try to make you realize that. its fine to have a drink now and then, but you’re still a kid– life doesnt revolve around alcohol, and you should only drink or get high if you’re in a safe place to do it.

theyre not really gonna “do” anything. they’re going to put you in a place with alot of other failures like you, and get you guys to talk to each other. remember: it’s your fault you’re in there, and if you dont wanna go back, just take whatever help they advise and get into AA afterwords.

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How long before a BLOOD TEST should i stop drinking ALCOHOL?

Alan — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:22:04 +0000

Question by jd_johnny: How long before a BLOOD TEST should i stop drinking ALCOHOL?
im having a blood test on monday. will drinking today affect it??

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Answer by heystupidopenthedoor
Yes, the BAC (Blood Alcohol Content) will not completely be diminished. If it is for the police or for a medical condition they will be able to detect small ammounts of alcohol.

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How can I locate a relatively cheap alcohol rehab in North Brunswick, New Jersey?

Alan — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 16:20:36 +0000

Question by alannah ds: How can I locate a relatively cheap alcohol rehab in North Brunswick, New Jersey?
I wanna find one for my brother-in-law who became hooked on banned substances when my sister died in a car accident two years ago. He is a good man, and I don’t want him to totally ruin his life. Please help…

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Answer by cherish l_l
That was very tragic.

I honestly feel sad for your brother-in-law. It must’ve been terribly hard for him. I hope the links I researched and provided below can help a lot. I hope he will be treated the soonest time possible…

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