Member Since December 28, 2006 , From Plano TX, United States
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About Dr. Dave:

65 y.o. retired physician (radiologist), alcoholic and drug addict, in remission (we are never cured) for 6 years through rehab and Alcoholics Anonymous (never did like Narcotics Anonymous).


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Answered: Alcohol Withdrawal

I agree with the above. Yes, you were experiencing withdrawal. It sounds to me like you might be an alcoholic already. Have you gone back to drinking (yet)? If you have, I'd suggest a visit (or ...

Answered: Recovering alcoholic

As the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous says, IF the alcoholic has a legitimate reason (other than drinking) to be there, and IF he or she has some sobriety under his/her belt (I'd say about a year ...

Answered: Mixing cocaine, vicodine, oxicotin?, and alcohol

You can't do anything for him (her), unless he/she wants to get help. The dangers (especially of overdose) are real, and serious. But, like I said, you can't help (unless you want to arrange an ...

Answered: Alcoholics anonymous big book i would like to see ...

Contact the central office in New York, and tell them that you want it. They may include it in the 5th edition.

Answered: Alcoholic hand shakes, when will they stop?

If they're shaking, I'd be concerned about the onset of DT's; if the shaking has been going on for more than 72+ hours, and there are no signs of DT's (hallucinations, convulsions), the shaking can ...

Answered: Is He Rnnin ame r is it Tr

It sounds to me like he's using the "explanations" to justify his actions, and to pull the wool over your eyes. Also, you are being had. If he's sleeping with other women, especially "crack whores ...

Answered: Kanye West possible addict?

Only he can decide whether he's an alcoholic/addict. Others may know this, but until he accepts it himself, it's not for fans or any others (except for close family members) to judge.

Answered: Drinking alcohol and dieting

If you have to have alcohol to feel like you can cope with the day, you might consider that you are an alcoholic. In which case, you have a much bigger problem than being overweight.

Answered: Do hospitals check the blood alcohol level of a ...

Usually, although it's not a law unless someone dies (except in Texas, which has determined that it's not an illegal search and seizure, where it is required. Other states may have different laws.)

Answered: Should I send the email?

Yes, send the e-mail; it might help. Also, send the stories; if he reads them, they might help him to see that he's not alone. Encourage him to go to AA, if he's not already. It sounds like he ...

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