Sleeps In Sunbeams's answer page 46 (1082)

Alcohol and drugs ruin families. I can only suggest you try to really accept the problem lies with him, not with you. Your line of chocolate is innocent, even a whole block is not the end of the world. Your dad seems to want to be in control of you. Alas, a problem drinker isn’t even in control of themselves. Avoid your dad when he drinks. Kid......   1 reply

Yes. I was a soldier in the trenches in WWI. I can still “feel” the thud of the bullet hitting my heart.   reply

No, never. I was blessed with a great mom. Sorry you gotta deal with a parent who is too immature to control their temper to the point that they resort to childish name calling. What is her goal there? To belittle and shame you into being pure? How’s that meant to work?   1 reply

First, I would actually check with your GP to get a blood test to check your cortisol levels and thyroid function. Also B12 levels and iron. A lot of what you are describing can be attributed to imbalances in these and over the long term, if not managed, you can have some very challenging health issues to manage. Having said that, start with B12 ......   reply