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In this case the substance abuse is a symptom of the bigger problems. Stopping drug use drugs is a good move, but alone will not fix him. It is escapism.
by jaytaylor 14y ago
In this case the substance abuse is a symptom of the bigger problems. Stopping drug use drugs is a good move, but alone will not fix him. It is escapism.
- kumarharsh 14y agoEscapism is a very dangerous practice, as it drives you to suppress the thoughts and decisions which hurt. What is ignored is that these exact things are the ones which actually "MATTER", and putting off dealing with these "devils" is a surefire way to drive you into further depression... Drop that pot, and start dealing with your partner. Don't post stuff on HN and feel good about yourself. TALK TO HIM. That is the only way the pain will ease.
- artursapek 14y agoWho down-voted this? It's very accurate.
- richardjordan 14y agoNot me, but I would take issue with it. Escapism is the symptom here not the cause. The cause of the problems is the work environment he is in. Escapism is an unhealthy response caused by an unhealthy mental state. Telling him he should buck and and stop whining isn't really a solution. Trying to bully a depressed person into somehow changing things by yelling at them adds no value as it doesn't work.