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Alcohol and drug addiction can become a major issue in life due to childhood trauma concerning abandonment. I never medaled with drugs or alcohol until I read my dhhr adoption file when I was around 40 years old and I literally went into a spiral down fall from there. The pain was and still is unbearable to the point I don't want to feel anymore.
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Anna Horn
Hi Lillichia, so sorry to see your post and feel your pain. Us adopted people are fragile beings with regards to abandonment, and seeing my adoption file was painful as well. I've struggled with alcohol addiction for years, which is so common with adopted adults. I've found some great coping mechan...
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AF
Hello Lillichia, You are not alone, my birth son is going through the same thing. If you ever need someone to listen, I am here. Hugs, AutumnRose