i'm a 21 yaer old patient with cf. i was diagnosed with cf at 14. i'm currently a wresling coach at a local middle school. i smoke marijuana and drink heavily. despite the initial health risks, the alcohol and thc help me deal with my depression. i've never been open with my cf and once diagnosed submitted myself to a downward spiral of "risky behavior" and allowed myself to get depressed. is there anyone out there who is in a similar position? is it normal to for this? i have a problem with opening up and dealign with my problems, thats why i'm using the internet as my medium. i'm new to this website, but i think it may be may gateway to healthier living. if anyone has advice, please respond.