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30-10-2018 12:55 AM
30-10-2018 12:55 AM
Complex PTSD and alcohol dependence
Hi, I’m new here but am going to jump right in and ask for some advise. My husband suffers from complex PTSD ( emergency service worker for 28 years) and has spent the last few years in and out of treatment. He’s made great progress working through many many issues but his inability to deal with his dependence on alcohol is finally getting the better of me.
He has recently retired - Total and Permanent Disability and the secretive drinking and social isolation as a result of his retirement is escalating. Any suggestions or words of wisdom on how to support him ( and me - I’m going under here too) would be most appreciated.
Thanks 🙏
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30-10-2018 01:31 AM - edited 30-10-2018 01:32 AM
30-10-2018 01:31 AM - edited 30-10-2018 01:32 AM
Re: Complex PTSD and alcohol dependence
Hi @SJAX
Welcome to the Forum and thanks for sharing your story.
That is a huge load you are carrying. I hope you are finding time for yourself, taking time out and looking after your self care. One of the things you can control is doing things that help you to cope and looking after yourself as best you can.
There is certainly support out there for you. In regards to his PTSD, feel free to ring the SANE Helpline on 1800 187 263 between 10 am and 10 pm Eastern Time. With his alcohol issues, you can call Family Drug Support on 1300 368 186. There is some good general info via this link https://www.fds.org.au/coping-tips/
I hope that you will find the forums to be a supportive place for exploring all these issues. Just a tip, if you are replying to someone or wanting to notify or touch base with someone, place an @ before their username, as in @SJAX
All the best
Joe The Lion
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30-10-2018 09:17 AM
30-10-2018 09:17 AM
Re: Complex PTSD and alcohol dependence
Thanks @JoeTheLion. I appreciate your reply and the info provided.