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Posted by MandaFran on June 4, 2006, at 18:36:36
I am new to this site but I really need advice. It is really embarrassing for me to talk about this because I am kind of confused as to whether or not I really have a problem but I need advice. My therapist has been helping me deal with many issues one of which is addiction...various types.I need to find an online support group/online chat..and I am having a hard time. I dont know if this is the right place to talk about such... My addictions have been from anywhere from sexual to drug addiction..and whereas I have been able to overcome my drug dependency...I am having a hard time with the other. My thing is...I dont know if my situation is enough to warrant concern of an actual addiction. I dont know what to do. I hope I am in the right area to get support from...I have heard great things from this site. I am so ashamed of myself for past behaviors...things that have been with me over half my life and habits that are hard to break...I hate myself for who it has made me become...I dont know what to do. I suffer from depression, OCD, anxiety, anger, paranoia...so I have had a really rough time...the last thing I need is to add sexual addiction to my list of problems but honey it is there. :( I hate myself. I dont want to get into anything now..until I hear back from people ...but please tell me I am ok to talk here because I am really lost right now about what direction to take. I will hopefully write more later. Any help would be great. Thanks and God Bless.
MF
Posted by Racer on June 4, 2006, at 18:59:51
In reply to need some help, posted by MandaFran on June 4, 2006, at 18:36:36
The Substance Use board here does cover Sexual Addiction, and that might help you. And, we're here to offer our views, if we have any.
I'm afraid today I don't have any views on anything other than my deep need to finish painting my kitchen, while simultaneously trying to read four chapters for a summer class, and maybe cooking dinner...
But someone else will have some views! I'm sure of it.
Posted by llrrrpp on June 4, 2006, at 19:16:08
In reply to need some help, posted by MandaFran on June 4, 2006, at 18:36:36
MandaFran,
Welcome to Psycho-BabbleYou have come to the right place. I've only been here a few weeks, but I have changed a lot of my attitudes about what it means to have mental illness, what it means to struggle with things that make us feel different. I have gotten a lot of support, and learned a lot about myself.
I'm glad you have a therapist. P-Babble gives you an opportunity to read about how other people are struggling as they go through therapy. Some people practice talking about difficult disclosures on babble before they feel comfortable bringing it up with their therapist in session.
It's also gratifying to hear about people's successes, and we love hearing about each other's successes and victories.
It sounds like you have a lot going on right now. I don't have any personal experience with addiction. The "substance abuse" board is a good place to talk about different addictions.
Feel free to talk about anything that you need to talk about. There are few things to watch out for, like curse words, offending other people, etc. These guidelines are covered in the FAQ link at the top or bottom of the page. Also, it's respectful to include the word "trigger" if you write about something that other people might be sensitive to. For instance, I am sensitive to violence, so when people write about violence, I need to warned before I start to read. That allows me avoid certain subjects.
I wish you the best MandaFran, and I look forward to hearing more from you as you start to find your direction. You'll find your way -- you found your way here, didn't you?
best wishes,
-llrrrpp
Posted by muffled on June 4, 2006, at 22:32:16
In reply to Re: need some help » MandaFran, posted by llrrrpp on June 4, 2006, at 19:16:08
Posted by muffled on June 4, 2006, at 22:34:22
In reply to need some help, posted by MandaFran on June 4, 2006, at 18:36:36
Its is rather confusing as to where to post. I tend to stick mostly to one board cuz its too overwhelming for me to try and keep track of too many boards.
I think you will find many kind people here.
Welcome.
Muffled
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