[jem]

I’m so sorry that you’re going through this, it sounds awful. I have this with my son, but it’s heroin, and have come to the conclusion that loved ones have little control or influence over what happens. It’s not their fault, if they could solve it right now I’m sure they would. No one chooses addiction. But you need to prioritise you and your children and get counselling around how you best do that and also not let it become a secret that prevents you from getting support from friends and family. Famanon and Drugsfam will also be able to help.

This forum is amazingly kind and supportive. Just knowing someone else understands what you’re going through makes this less lonely.

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Hi Scotty,

So sorry to read your post and see what you are going through due to your wife’s alcoholism and how its affecting your family.

I work for a charity called Icarus Trust. We offer support to people like you who are dealing with addiction in their family. We know how tough this is and we have specially trained and experienced Family Friends who you could speak with if you think it would help.

You can contact Icarus Trust on help@icarustrust.org or visit our website http://www.icarustrust.org

All the best to you and your family.

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