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Originally Posted by stayclear
Not sure I am writing in the right place, I'm new. First, my father had severe depression, and I did not know how to help or reach him. "none of us understood and he did not expect us to". Now my sister is spiralling down with what seems to be the same depression clouded with alcohol and tobacco addiction. Can't convince here that the alcohol is not helping her to find a solution and may interact negatively with the anti-depression medication. How can I reach her? thanks
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Alcohol is a depressant and will just make your sister feel more depressed. AA does help alcoholics if they are open to attending and trying to overcome their addiction. Therapy can also help but a therapist who has recovered from addiction is the best. Exercise and medication definitely can also help. Hope she can fine some help.