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ninkasi

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Wed Aug-20-03 03:30 PM
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11. Even if he's not drinking...

years of alcohol abusive can lead to permanent brain damage. He claims he quit "cold turkey", without any help from A.A. or rehab. Quitting that way after so many years, or sudden withdrawal can lead to seizures. I know, because this happened to someone in my family.

According to the docs, while the guy was still on heavy sedation to control the seizures, and aid in withdrawal, it could lead to permanent neurological damage. Start with someone not too bright to begin with, like Chimp, and what you get is a brain-damaged, dry drunk, semi-moran with his finger on the red button.

Not a reassuring thought.

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