Worried about hubby not sure what to do anymore

[WorriedSaz]

Hi

My husband recently misused his anti depressants, (which he has been on for a year). I took him to GP they up his meds and prescribed a new medication to take when required.

He initially cut back on alcohol and seemed to want to try and get help. But this last to weeks have been bad, he is drinking far to much (at least a carton of beer) and not wanting to do anything at all. I have tried to get him back to the doctors, he's refusing to go, I make plans to get out of the house (take the kids places or just go for walks) he refusing to get out of bed. I'm really worried about him, I don't know what else to do, I know he shouldn't be drinking while taking the new medication (I have hidden which when he finds out he will go off at me). What more can I do?

I worry about my young children also, when is it a toxic situation for them to be in? I am concerned about what they are seeing and the effect on them to.

any help will greatly be appriceiated.

Thank you

[white knight]

Hi worried, welcome

I've listed below some threads that might help. Copy them and put each if them on google

Topic: is there room for stubborness- beyondblue

Topic: who cares for the carer?- beyondblue

Topic: your attitude is not a mental illness- beyondblue

Topic: do you need a jolt?- beyondblue

Topic: talking to men, some tips- beyondblue

There are many threads on this site.

I'll put the word out to other champs about the alcohol abuse.

Tony WK

[Shelly13]

Hi Worried,

Let him know you love him. Speaking from experience never leave him alone. The alcohol will not help. He is trying to numb himself. Try to contact his friends and get them to help. He will try and isolate himself from his friends. This is coming from someone who has found out the hard way. His friends probably do not know how serious it is and they will want to know. Tell them not to give up on him. He probably needs to go to a unit for a while. They help with all aspects including the alcohol. This will also give you rest-bite as well. He will be safe there. There was no warning when My husband died. He just waited until I was not here. Involve the extended family. He will not want them to know but they need to know. It is better now than after the fact and they ask you WHY? I hope this helps. Do not feel alone there is help out there I know it is hard to find sometimes. Just keep reaching out.