I went through rehab at 18 and again at 19. I didn't have alcohol and drug problems in the traditional sense but I did find the treatment very effective for the mental issues I was dealing with. I'm no longer a fan of AA personally but it does help many people with many different problems.

One of the most helpful aspects is the community and how people rarely turn up their nose at the issues you are facing. If they haven't been through it exactly, they've been through something which helps them relate and keeps them from judging which is very helpful.

When you struggle with this, do you have anyone you can talk with openly and honestly about what is going on in your head. Some thoughts fester and develop a life of their own but talking them out can really help sometimes. Staying away from alcohol is another wise thing. You mix mania with alcohol and I'm surprised an instant explosion doesn't occur.

I have faith in you Daniel. Your wife has faith in you or she wouldn't stick around. If sounds like you have God and church and that can help many people too. Use every tool in your tool belt.

Good luck to you and your family.