At first I didn't tell my GP but now I have and he has asked an orginisation to get in touch with the autism charity, so someone can accompany me for support and in case I get tongue tied. Its regrets and people not always making the most of life and being good, sometimes choosing to be wicked and stupid that I drink too.
Also I think talking about drinking, I think pubs and cafes for that matter, should allow autistic people to use the toilets without buying anything
It’s good to start to understand some of the parts of your life that could be problematic and lead toward more drinking. Ultimately, if we do not understand the thoughts and feelings that we have that contribute to sustained problems with alcohol, it’s very difficult to stop for very long.
I’m seeing this thread for the first time. Have you made any progress recently in getting some help and taking the next step toward quitting drinking? I see you mentioned it to your GP, which I think is a great idea. Are there any other sort of support in your life that you have?
I think talking about drinking with people who drink can be troublesome (for someone like myself who is in recovery). But, talking about drinking with other people in recovery or non-drinkers has the opposite effect on me. It has been very helpful.
I’ve been struggling with drugs and alcohol for years. I know it can be hard, but I hope you continue to persevere with this goal. I hope you find what you need to leave the drink behind, because it is quite a devilish thing for some of us.