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Discussion of Alcoholism
Re: Alcohol-induced temporary schizophrenia?
Posted By: Matthew Bernardo In Response To: Re: Alcohol-induced temporary schizophrenia? (Liz)
Date: Wednesday, 10 August 2005, at 9:10 p.m.
Yes, I have experienced it and have just resolved to avoid alcohol. There are medical studies that point out damage to the frontal lobe caused by alcohol. This is especially aggravated by the use of tobacco products (cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco) and so patients like myself must totally abstain from both tobacco and alcohol.
A description of my symptoms: aggressive behavior(sarcasm and dominating conversations) I talk in my sleep(it has also been observed that I make faces too) I become mean and use foul language, I talk nastily to other people, I talk to myself when there's no-one to talk to(imaginary friend), I have been known to sleepwalk (my father noticed me walking around the house one evening, totally unaware and unresponsive), loss of memory (usually incidents when I'm drunk, I don't remember what I say or do at times) and just yesterday during my alcohol withdrawal, I remember time repeating itself (I was watching a cartoon and saw it replay right after the first showing, complete with the very same sequence of commercials. This happened three times that same afternoon, and I also remember checking my watch and the time seems to have jumped back 30 minutes each time I experienced these 'replays'. Each cartoon is about 30 minutes.)
Judging from the severity of my case, I have resolved to find out more about alcohol induced temporary schizophrenia. Also I have sought help at the Department of Psychology at the nearby Ateneo de Manila, a Jesuit college not far from my home. I begin seeing them next week when I'm not too busy at work.An added footnote: my mother has been institutionalized a couple of times for schizophrenic behavior (it had surfaced in her 30's, such as I am now)that had turned violent. My fear is that there is a genetic factor to this, and alcohol and tobacco are aggravational elements in bringing out this behavior in me. Aside from avoiding these triggering elements, I'm sure that anyone feeling these same symptoms must seek professional help and consultation. I am willing to share my experiences so that others can be helped. I believe I will overcome this challenge, and may others find hope in this. Thank you for sharing your experiences. Thank you Doctor Lance Dodes, for providing this forum. Any correspondences with me can be sent through hitmatt@yahoo.com. Cheers!
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