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Hi Violet, welcome to the boards!

I can very much relate - my parents are both active in their addictions, and my mom is bipolar, among other mental and physical issues. I can also relate to what you said about being surrounded by people who are "there for you" yet you still feel alone.

Have you been to any al-anon meetings? I have found them really, really helpful. There are meetings ALL over the world, and no matter where I am, whenever I walk into an al-anon meeting, I feel welcome, because I am around people who really do get my story, and understand how even in a room full of family and friends, loneliness can still set in. It might be worth looking into?

I found comfort in being able to tell my story, and have others *really* understand it - at the meetings people share their experiences as well, and you can learn a lot of healthier coping mechanisms to deal with the addict/alcoholic in your life.

Here's a link, if you're interested:
http://www.al-anon.alateen.org/

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