Army Thread Monday 12th August

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Army Thread Monday 12th August

girly wirly;1542804 wrote: i have a small vodka
Well done girly! Just going to remind you of JC's post earlier:

JackieClaire;1542685 wrote: You're in withdrawal and at this point you need alcohol to stop them. Try and drink just a little alcohol at regular intervals.

You'll know when it's time to have another cos your body will tell you. Once that small drink has settled you down a bit, pick up the phone and call that number. The people Jackie is asking you to call will specialise in alcohol (and possibly drug) addiction and will probably be able to offer more and better help than your GP can, but do go and see your GP too - you need as much help as you can get.

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girly wirly;1542811 wrote: i rang, ive got an appointment at 11 o clock x

Xposts - well done again! :goodjob:

[girly wirly]

Army Thread Monday 12th August

i have called the number. i got tomorrow at 11 am for assessment. ive been before. this time i wont refuse detox.

[satz123]

Army Thread Monday 12th August

Recluse;1542816 wrote: Well done girly! Just going to remind you of JC's post earlier:



You'll know when it's time to have another cos your body will tell you. Once that small drink has settled you down a bit, pick up the phone and call that number. The people Jackie is asking you to call will specialise in alcohol (and possibly drug) addiction and will probably be able to offer more and better help than your GP can, but do go and see your GP too - you need as much help as you can get.

And I think Reccie - he will be able to prescribe smething to take during the detox time ?

Girly - need to go for an hour - but I'll be back

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I've no experience of detox myself girly, I've only tried the alternative which is tapering, but I'm sure if you require any medication in addition to the detox it will be prescribed, either by your GP or by the folks who arrange the detox for you. I would expect the latter to keep your GP fully informed at every stage and they will also advise you if you need to make any further appointments to see your GP. I know Jackie has done a detox in the past, so she may be able to enlighten you when she gets back.

[JackieClaire]

Army Thread Monday 12th August

girly wirly;1542811 wrote: i rang, ive got an appointment at 11 o clock x

Aww GW, I've got tears in my eyes. I'm so proud of you. :l
Believe you me I know how fecking hard this is.

They probably won't be able to prescribe the drugs on the spot. I may be wrong they may have a doctor there..................not sure what they use these days.....valium or librium, but they know how to go about getting it prescribed.

[girly wirly]

Army Thread Monday 12th August

thanks for helping me everyone!:thanks:

thanks for that number jc xx
:l

[JackieClaire]

Army Thread Monday 12th August

Now then, me bonny lass,you were the one who picked up the phone.
Next step is getting over the door step but remember we'll all be holding your hand.

Get some rest, you've had a tough day.

Just think going AF means discovering the joys of nanna napping.

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JackieClaire;1542827 wrote: Aww GW, I've got tears in my eyes. I'm so proud of you. :l
Believe you me I know how fecking hard this is.

They probably won't be able to prescribe the drugs on the spot. I may be wrong they may have a doctor there..................not sure what they use these days.....valium or librium, but they know how to go about getting it prescribed.

My counsellor happened to mention that they use librium for detox here Jackie - but it might be different in other areas.

[RunningCourage]

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Hey Girly - that's great that you've made the call! I also clicked on your link in your signature and that is one hell of a good tool kit you write yourself back in 2010. Indeed, thank you for writing that - personally it was good to hear, a wee reminder why i and others may have come here in the first place.

Keep posting

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RunningCourage;1542834 wrote: Hey Girly - that's great that you've made the call! I also clicked on your link in your signature and that is one hell of a good tool kit you write yourself back in 2010. Indeed, thank you for writing that - personally it was good to hear, a wee reminder why i and others may have come here in the first place.

Keep posting

Oh...thanks for pointing out the link arsey - I hadn't spotted it. Some good ideas on that thread.

[girly wirly]

Army Thread Monday 12th August

yuk liver is aching!


really fancy a pint now! i wont!

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Army Thread Monday 12th August

girly wirly;1542846 wrote: yuk liver is aching!


really fancy a pint now! i wont!

The aching is temporary girly. You've an appointment to get to in the morning and obviously you won't be able to go if you get plastered (it's never going to be just one pint, is it?). Maybe enlist the help of your husband when he gets home from work to make sure you get to your appointment sober, if need be? I used to struggle to get sober in time for appointments. Hopefully your husband'll see what you're trying to do in a positive light and be there to support you.

[girly wirly]

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i think he'll be angry that i'm putting added pressure on him when we are struggling so badly financially and his mum is so ill. his mum was/is a terrible alcoholic for all her life and neglected him as a child. he's going to hate me for being the same. :-(

[satz123]

Army Thread Monday 12th August

girly wirly;1542852 wrote: i think he'll be angry that i'm putting added pressure on him when we are struggling so badly financially and his mum is so ill. his mum was/is a terrible alcoholic for all her life and neglected him as a child. he's going to hate me for being the same. :-(

BUT ...... you are doing something to fix it. He cannot 'hate' you.
He KNOWS you have a problem and wil be as anxious as you to get it sorted - no ?
struggling so badly financially ? - think of the amount spent on booze ?

Any neglect of him & your family is in the PAST. Alcohol causes that - not trying to get well.
The future will see a new you GW :yay: