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My mother is an alcoholic - as she exhibits withdrawal symptoms such as severe tremors,heart palpitations,mood swings,decreased appetite & insomnia.how can i convince her that her body is a ticking time bomb and in serious need of help? thank you.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Difficult: Find the person in her entourage that she trusts the most and that will be also willing to advocate for her wellbeing. Make sure you attend her regular visit with her doc and have a sincere discussion with her regarding your worries and the fact that all you do is meant to help her.

Answered 7/9/2020

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

AA: Have you considering picking up any pamphlets from AA meetings to either give her to place in her home? It is sometimes hard to convince the people that we love, that they need help. If she went to an 12 step meetings she would get a lot of support. In the meantime, you might want to consider attending Alateen or Alanon.

Answered 7/9/2020

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