Worthwhile reporting reveals another facet of the pandemic and how it hits people coping with their own personal demons. Read more:
'Isolation is a killer for addicts': Experts worry about recovering alcoholics during stay-at-home order
KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Isolation may be key to helping prevent the spread of COVID-19, but being alone can be difficult for people battling addiction. A Riverside man, who asked only to be identified as Todd, hasn't touched alcohol in nearly nine years. But finding sobriety didn't come easy.
And keep in mind most "normal people" can't even sit still for two seconds with out getting fidgety.
ReplyDeleteMost Alcoholics Anonymous groups are still meeting. Our group is continuing with meetings during the day and evening on line. If you have a computer or a laptop, you can participate.
ReplyDelete"Addcits" is the correct word. Some people claim its a disease. But disease is caused by virus, bacteria, or a defective internal organ. Overindulgence and poor character, no self control, and having to be high or happy all the time to prevent boredom is the cause of addiction.
ReplyDeleteAlkys can still go to booze shops, they is open
ReplyDeleteIf someone wants to drink or drug, then I am sure he/she will find the means to do so. If someone wants to stop, there is help available. AA is not subsidized by any government taxes or insurance company payments. Members pay the overhead by passing a donation basket, and if you can not contribute, that is ok. Just come, listen, give it an honest effort.
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