AboutJan Edward Williams Expertise all questions related to drug or alcohol addiction, except those requiring the expertise of a physician or those relating to mental health problems apart from addiction. See my web site: http://www.alcoholdrugsos.com
Experience I have been working as a licensed addictions counselor for 29 years and am in recovery myself for 31 years
Organizations Licensed Clinical Professional Counselors Maryland
Maryland Addictions Professional Certification Board
Education/Credentials MS Counseling
Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor, Maryland
Question I am an Indian, my husband drinks alcohol because I work in an office where there are men around. He is very possessive about me and does not like me talking to other people. I am the only earning member in the family. I get mentally abused every day. Please advice!
Answer Hello UA,
You don't give much information in your question, but it sounds as if you are in a frightening and painful situation. It is difficult to tell the extent of your husband's alcohol issues. If he is blaming his drinking on the fact you work in an office where men also work, that suggests a problem with alcohol. Social drinkers don't need excuses for drinking. No one needs to allow herself to be abused. Here is a good summary of emotional abuse and what to do about it: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/domestic-violence/WO00044. If your husband is an alcoholic, then I suggest you also consider getting help from Al-Anon, the 12 Step Program for those in a relationship with an alcoholic: http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/
Good luck,
Jan Edward Williams, MS, JD, LCADC
www.alcoholdrugsos.com,
