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And, you hit the nail right on the head in your last paragraph. When I cleaned up, I realized that I had no idea how to socialize normally. I felt exactly like you do now. The unfortunate thing is, I did not take steps to re-learn how to socialize without the use of some sort of substance. I now find myself a prisoner in my own home and of my mind.

DON'T LET YOURSELF FOLLOW THIS PATH. Help yourself NOW. You still have your whole life ahead of you, so make a plan to learn how to change your behaviours, lest you be in my position 20 years from now.

GET HELP AND STICK WITH IT! THIS CRAPPY STAGE WILL PASS, I PROMISE YOU. YOU JUST NEED MORE TIME. No matter how hocky NA or AA may sound to you, give it a honest shot - you may be surprised just how much healing can take place when you work it. It took a while, but the burdens that were lifted from me probably saved my life.

Recommit yourself to your studies, find the help you need, just do not do nothing. If you can't find support right away, there is always Psych Central. Lots of help here to you get untwisted!!!

JUST DON'T STOP SEARCHING FOR HELP!!!

Hang in there, and know that you are not alone.


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WOW AS01........Great stuff!