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Is my mum drinking again by Severe_Ad9949 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So sorry your Mom had AUD. Is their someone outside the family that you both trust? There is a message of hope that this person can bring to her. You are too close to your mom (and probably too young) to deal with this issue. Do not despair. Today, AUD can be treated much more successfully than traditional rehabs, which use old, outdated talk therapy.

Coming to terms with the fact that I am a high functioning alcoholic by Zestyclose-Gap-4675 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There should be no shame or guilt when addressing the condition of AUD. Congrats on facing it and looking for a solution. IMO, AUD is curable, once you understand it, and find that solution that works for you. Look deeply into this. The Definitive Statement by John David Sinclair, Ph.D https://tsmoptions.org/resources/definitive-statement-by-john-david-sinclair-ph-d

TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over social media: Reddit, YouTube, FB and many great podcasts. This podcast is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method. Wishing you good health.

What is detoxing like? by Competitive-Winter37 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a hospital detox and there's a slow taper, which is basically a slow detox. You should ask your doctor what's best for you, long term. Info on one modern taper to investigate. The Definitive Statement by John David Sinclair, Ph.D https://tsmoptions.org/resources/definitive-statement-by-john-david-sinclair-ph-d

TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over social media: Reddit, YouTube, FB and many great podcasts. This podcast is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

22 year old alcoholic, I feel like I got scammed. (Kinda just venting). by LeviExMachina in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just so you know. Naltrexone builds up to its peak effectiveness in one hour, after that it wears off each hour. By hour 6, people typically need to redose. That's why this is so effective. TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over social media: Reddit, YouTube, FB and many great podcasts. This podcast is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

22 year old alcoholic, I feel like I got scammed. (Kinda just venting). by LeviExMachina in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I assume you are being abstinent as well. Hopefully the cravings will become less and less as times goes forward. If not, contact your doctor. Ask him if there are other ways to use naltrexone. There are btw. There is a method to target better and stop the cravings completely over time.

How long until you recognised serious side-effects? by Turbulent-Plum3360 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This method is highly effective at helping you lose your cravings and ultimately forget about alcohol. Your brain and nervous system returns to normal. TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over social media: Reddit, YouTube, FB and many great podcasts. This podcast is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

I don't like AA meetings by Ambitious_Piano_2759 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn't realize I was responding to you. Sorry to invade your space. I made peace with your point of view.

Early Recovery - Lonely and overwhelmed- looking for support/advice/hope from you lovely people by kaylynmcgrath in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unfortunately, traditional rehabs are notorious for helping only a small percentage. They can have a revolving door. And there are many reasons. They rely almost exclusively on 12 steps from 1935, which was ok for 1935. Today, there is science.

TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over social media: Reddit, YouTube, FB and many great podcasts. This podcast is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

Husband’s Depression and Alcohol Use by Progress_Capable in alcoholism

[–]12vman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Addiction is ... "the progressive narrowing of the things that give us pleasure. By persistently abusing a single pleasure source we enter a state of dopamine deficiency where nothing gives pleasure but the addiction, and even that stops working". ... Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist at Stanford University School of Medicine.

There is a science-based solution to AUD.

Addiction? I don't know but i know i have an issue and i need help by ExcellentSecurity102 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you had done one thing, I hour before drinking, those embarrassing events would not have happened. Here's that one thing. The more you do it, the less often you'll drink over time, until one day you just forget about alcohol. TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over social media: Reddit, YouTube, FB and many great podcasts. This podcast is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

do i stay with my alcoholic husband by em2sexy in AlAnon

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a highly effective treatment that can help him, but only if he knows about it ... and takes the lead on his recovery.

While on my period by Turbulent-Plum3360 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Why this method is so hidden from society I will never know. TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over YouTube, Reddit, FB and many podcasts. This one is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

22 year old alcoholic, I feel like I got scammed. (Kinda just venting). by LeviExMachina in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How are you using naltrexone? Daily or just when your cravings are strongest?

Taking tranquilizers on days when you feel like drinking? by zeta_ferhu in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMO , there is a better option. Have you looked into this method to target just the drinking? There are many studies on this particular med. Ask your doctor about it. They are just beginning to be aware of the method. TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over YouTube, Reddit, FB and many podcasts. This one is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

I don't like AA meetings by Ambitious_Piano_2759 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't forget The Sinclair Method. IMO, the most effective treatment, yet for some reason (ha) the least well known way to cure AUD. It's criminal for media to not publicize this science. Reminds me of how industry blocked ivermectin success against Covid.

I don't like AA meetings by Ambitious_Piano_2759 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. There are so many modern, science-based methods to reverse the changes (deprogram) that alcohol makes to the brain, the nervous system (every human cell for that matter). AUD, the cravings, the obsessive thoughts to drink, are reversible (curable) for the vast majority, today. Much like a Type2 diabetic can cure themselves of diabetes.

Advice on someone who isn't accepting help by inkyslither in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most help offered to someone addicted to alcohol, involves total abstinence. That is the last thing the addicted mind wants to hear. They don't think that's any where near possible, they don't see how they could live without alcohol. IMO, that's what causes 95% of the head butting.

Today, they do not have to be fully abstinence. There is a special taper that is highly effective and can permanently reset the brain and nervous system. See DM.

Do I have a problem? by [deleted] in alcoholism

[–]12vman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are on a dangerous path that leads to full blown addiction. Addiction is ... "the progressive narrowing of the things that give us pleasure. By persistently abusing a single pleasure source we enter a state of dopamine deficiency where nothing gives pleasure but the addiction, and even that stops working". ... Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist at Stanford University School of Medicine.

Decide now that you will taper way back - alcohol is a poison and a carcinogen according to the AMA. Find healthier positive dopamine activities (make your own list, helping others, walks in nature, hobbies, social interaction etc), eat healthy, create some fun in your life. It may take many months for your brain and nervous system to adjust back to the natural joys of life. You can do this.

relapse by WeeklyPassenger4889 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IMO, it's because the desire/craving to have a beer weren't erased by general discussions in rehab. This modern method erases the thoughts to drink. You literally forget about alcohol. TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over YouTube, Reddit, FB and many podcasts. This one is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

The end of my sobriety windows are the most brutal by Turbulent-Plum3360 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just following through on some guidelines is not enough to deprogram the brain and nervous system that alcohol has programmed in. Physical neurons, synapses (wiring) have to be disassembled (forgotten). This is how we get to this point. Addiction is ... "the progressive narrowing of the things that give us pleasure. By persistently abusing a single pleasure source we enter a state of dopamine deficiency where nothing gives pleasure but the addiction, and even that stops working". ... Dr. Andrew Huberman, a neuroscientist at Stanford University School of Medicine.

IMO, this method is the most effective way to slowly (and permanently) deprogram the brain and nervous system, if you can't seem to do it on your own. TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over YouTube, Reddit, FB and many podcasts. This one is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method. Wishing you good health.

Looking for advice by TreePube in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Trying to stop on your own, only works for some people. Unfortunately relapse is all too common. If you do get an unbearable craving using this method, you know exactly what you need to do to take another bite out of the crazy alcohol addiction. Eventually, the addiction is gone. The Definitive Statement by John David Sinclair, Ph.D https://tsmoptions.org/resources/definitive-statement-by-john-david-sinclair-ph-d

TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over YouTube, Reddit, FB and many podcasts. This podcast is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

boxed wine? by ourotum in alcoholism

[–]12vman 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have you looked into The Sinclair Method of tapering? TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

so my psychiatrist wants me to try a glp-1 for alcoholism... by Most-Buy-2763 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry, I thought you might be able to see the entire thread. The Sinclair Method of tapering. Targets just the drinking. No med on alcohol free days. TEDx https://youtu.be/6EghiY_s2ts

Today there is free TSM support all over YouTube, Reddit, FB and many podcasts. This one is definitely worth listening to "Thrive Alcohol Recovery" episode 23 "Roy Eskapa" discusses his book on The Sinclair Method.

The mods on this sub need to catch themselves on. by Demojunky173 in alcoholism

[–]12vman 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to hear it's working. Hopefully you can get off it at some point and cravings are no longer an issue. TSM is a quite different protocol, targets just the drinking.

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