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Dealing with an alcoholic husband
We have been married for 10 years and have two very small kids. My spouse has a very respectable job and is very loving and providing. But his constant drinking is taking a toll on our life.
When he has to drink he becomes really insensitive towards me and gets irritable until he gets what he wants. When I get defensive he says he is a bad guy and how I deserve better. Then he self pities and talks about suicide. He constantly lies to me about office work and drinks with friends. I'm so stressed
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I can imagine it must be so difficult for you.
Talk to him about how you feel about the whole situation. Try to convince him to see.a psychiatrist for evaluation and Treatment . treatment of addiction consists of medications as well as psychological therapy. Encourage your spouse and make sure that he knows that you are there to support him during the process. As a partner, you need support as well. Talk to someone who is close to you, share how you feel with your family / friends or with a professional.
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Dr Ankita Mishra
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Ms. Hema Sampath
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I think, you both need to visit a psychologist cum Marriage Counselor in your city personally and actually find out what you both wanted.
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