Day 3 ½ of medical detox. Sure, I feel like crap and I still need Valium to stop tremors and to sleep, but except for one issue last night (that I was able to work through and avoid relapse), I haven’t felt many cravings. I miss drinking, but I’m not sitting here think “I need a drink now”.

I know my problem is depression which I’ve been trying to fix, but is a six week residential program really the solution?

I will admit I’m terrified of the idea of the program (I’ve always lived alone or with partners so sharing a room with two other guys is daunting), plus the lack of freedom and the regimented rules is worrying. Plus only seeing my kids once a week.

For those who have done it, is it work it or am I better just seeing a psychologist?