Question:
adictions and how do i stop. surgeon in colorado sp.
alcahol Im 2 years post op rny. recently devorced and started liking to drink. what is bad i get too drunk and make a fool out of me, did i switch addictions i never drank before. I came here from alabama and my dr and supprt is there. nee help here. — sybiliowa (posted on February 2, 2008)
February 2, 2008
If I were you I would start with a local AA Chapter. Even if you're not an
alcoholic, and just looking to nip it in the bud, they should be able to
provide you with effective tools, and/or refer you to a therapist who would
be able to help you work through addictive behavior, if that's what the
problem is. You may also want to get in touch with a local church of your
religious affiliation. There is an entitiy that is greater than us that
you can call on for strength. You are going through a rough patch and,
even if the divorce was for the best, it can really mess with your
self-esteem, which can trigger addictive behavior. When I was at my
lowest, it was only my faith that gave me strength and got me on the right
track again. Good luck.
— KatFord
February 2, 2008
Try to avoid situations where alcohol is involved. If you have a tendancy
towards addictive behavoir, you should consult a professional that deals
with addtictions. Your weight loss will not be premanent if you drink
alcohol on an addicitive basis, as it's high in sugars. If you need to
,call your previous doctor to try to get a referral to a new doctor in your
area. I'm sure there are some professionals in your local area that can
help you.
— Dave Chambers
February 2, 2008
Oprah did a show on transfer addictions. it basically stated that alot of
people who were addicted to food and than had wls, started another
addiction. Stop drinking now before it becomes too far gone. Be addicted to
exersice. My mom worried about me becoming an alcoholic after the
surgert-what's messed up about the whole thing-she is a closet alcoholic.
— bogacz71
February 2, 2008
Lookm for a hospital near you on this web site and then call that hospital
and ask where their support group is. THen call AA as they will help you
with your additiction. I use to drink, but gave it up for surgery, and
now, would never start again. Save a lot of money and I still drink water
with my frinds and they don't mind that I can be the driver all the time.
— William (Bill) wmil
February 2, 2008
before surgery we would eat when we had problems. Some of us will and have
to find an "out". unfortunatly some revert to drinking or
smoking. you dont want to go that route. Please Get counseling now. instead
of drinking, go for a walk, Call someone (a friend), get a pet. Bob
[email protected]
— obx100
February 3, 2008
I'd say that if you have to ask that question, you already know the answer.
Go to your nearest support group and AA and get off that road quickly.
The sooner you can nip it in the bud the easier it should be to quit and
avoid it. Good luck and God bless!
— crystalsno
February 3, 2008
Whether or not you "switched addictions," you're starting to have
a problem with alcohol, and (as other people here have said) you want to
deal with that before it gets worse. AA is helpful for many people, and
it's free, and most towns and cities have meetings. For some people, AA
isn't the answer; there are other organizations that can help too. Either
way, please 1) find a therapist (and make sure it's somebody who has
training and experience in working with alcohol and other addictions); 2)
start to build a support system in your new home.
Life can be very lonely after a divorce, and being in a new state with all
your support back in the old place makes it so much worse. Work on finding
friends with similar interests-- craigslist.com is one free site that lists
people looking for similar activities, and many local newspapers have
similar listings. Of course, you'll want to avoid people who are looking
for friends to go drink with after work! But depending on what you
like--movies, pets, bowling, scrapbooking, you name it--there will be other
people out there. Taking "continuing education" classes at a
local HS is also a good way to keep your mind busy and maybe get to know
people. Good luck!
— [Deactivated Member]
February 4, 2008
Hi Sybil, thanks for writing. You already know the answer to this
question. Your pain is big and your support is small. I really urge you
to stay away from alcohol. It will destroy your weight loss goals, and
possibly destroy the surgery you had. I can direct you to support though.
If you really live in Council Bluffs, IA, there is a great support group at
UNMC in Omaha on 42nd & Dodge. They meet the 1st Monday of every
month, hey that is today! Come out at 6PM for the meeting and get some
support. Alcohol is NOT your friend. It can only harm you. Take care.
Patricia P.
— Patricia P
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