This is embarrasing, but I need help!!!

[DonHoll1 0]

Claramae, I have been in AA for the last 20 years. My brother and uncle are also in recovery. My mother and father both died of Alcoholism. Do not blame yourself. Nothing can make your daughter get help till SHE wants it. It is sad but it is true. When she yells at you on the phone, HANG UP. It is the best thing you can do for her. Let her know her drunken behavior is not acceptable to you. An active alcoholic knows no limits ,so you have to set yours as to what you will and will not put up with.I hope someday your daughter gets help. But it is not your fault. Donna

[mrspruett 0]

My mom says that it is so hard to give up on your child. Sometimes it just breaks my heart to watch her try to help my brother. He doesn't want her help because he isn't ready to stop yet. He may never be. Booze has cost him everthing, two marriages, one son, numerous jobs, his health, his self respect, everything. Donna is so right, it is not your fault. It is also so sad but true that you cannot save an alcoholic---they have to save themselves.