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by Chaddy
Fri Dec 28, 2007 4:29 am
Forum: Book Club
Topic: THe book "Feeling Good"
Replies: 6
Views: 2558

Yes - when I sought professional help about ten years ago my therapist had me purchase this book. I think her intent was for me to use the book as my homework, to learn about CBT and how to apply it. As momurph says, it is a good book, very detailed, but difficult to stick with; excellent reference,...
by Chaddy
Sun Jul 22, 2007 5:08 am
Forum: Session 11 - Medication and Alcohol
Topic: Giving Up Alcohol Was My Turning Point!
Replies: 8
Views: 4781

You're not alone, I find the boredom / alone-time each evening makes it very difficult to quit drinking. I also find sleep an impossibility without alcohol and sleep aids. Good job staying away from the stuff, I think it's really important to stay dry while going through this program. Thank-you for ...
by Chaddy
Wed Apr 26, 2006 3:32 am
Forum: Session 11 - Medication and Alcohol
Topic: I am an alcoholic
Replies: 25
Views: 20149

Hmmm.....sounds VERY familiar. I too have social & generalized anxiety, along with "major depressive disorder", and abuse alcohol to get by - I feel the same way about AA. Not currently using the program, got up to lesson 6 but lack the motivation to stick with it. Good job on getting up to lesson 1...