Welcome Seraphine! We're glad to have you with us.
I felt so much better when I joined SR - I wasn't alone anymore.
Self medicating with alcohol for depression and stress really backfires on us. It seems to help relieve our anxiety - but it's only temporary, & in the end it does nothing to help our situation. I found myself completely dependent on it before I quit. I was using it almost 'round the clock to numb myself. I'm so glad you've decided to take a look at what it's doing to your life and health. I hope you'll find the support here that you're looking for - we care about you and want to help.