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Originally Posted by Taltarzac725
Lost younger brother to an addiction to Vodka about 3.5 years ago. Despite being a brilliant computer programmer he could not stop for long periods without the booze. Lost many great jobs and messed up two marriages. Sometimes there is NOTHING you can do.
I do not drink or seldom drink. Have not been drunk since partying with library MA candidates at the University of Denver in 1983-1984. Some librarians do like to party.
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I had forgotten about that, Tal. I think you've mentioned it over the years here on TOTV. Obviously, he was quite young - so sad and I'm sorry for your loss. It must have been devastating to you and your family.
You are right about NOTHING anyone else can do and sadly the hopelessness that the individual feels often times overcomes them. Addictions come in many forms and some people seem to be more prone than others. The only way out is the desire for the addict to want out - even if it's only a mustard seed amount of desire -sometimes that's all you need for the miracle to begin. Thank God for the wonderful programs out there, free of charge, to support people who want to overcome their addictions. But again, they have to make the effort, no one can do it for them. It's a hard road - both for those afflicted and those who love them.