My relationship with DS18 is completely and utterly tits up. The last year has been hell. His GF dumped him in Feb followed by other traumatic life events. He is a v bright lad, but responded by secretly drinking and I'm proud to say seeking psychiatric support. Amazingly he got through the exams and is probably subject to an OH clearance heading to Uni in a week to study a health related degree. I think he's a functioning alcoholic. I've tried everything- suggesting AA meetings, self help books, a gap year to recover ...but he's adamant he's off. Home life is shit. Anyone who has lived with an addict will know what I'm talking about....lies, hidden stashes,broken trust. I have a 12 yo and part of me wants my DS gone for the sake of the rest of the family but part of me is terrified for him too. I'm the enemy in his unwell mind and I'm worried that he's mentally unstable and could get hurt or Be suicidal. Our talking relationship is terrible now. I think he's an adult, there's little I can do to change his life choices, he's 18 but it doesn't stop me being so bloody worried. Any wisdom on our cataclysmic mess appreciated thanks.
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Chalfontstgiles · 12/09/2019 07:37
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