Jerz Boy

Just a quick update for you guys, I think the withdrawal symptoms have finally ceased, thank god.... now I'm just really depressed..... waiting for effexor (anti-depressant) to kick in again, the alcohol always makes it stop working, probably why my doctor told me to stop drinking and get help.... good advice, huh?? Anyway, I signed up for this substance abuse program my town offers and I'm considering going to AA as well, I know I need help. Reading this board has been a help so far and thanks again for the support! oh, just so everyone knows I suffer from generalized anxiety disorder and depression, that is why I've been taking ADs for past 5 weeks.....

KEEGANSDAD

Welcome To Sr.

I have 5 days but I have had 8 years + By Going to AA
and Working the Steps.

I relapsed on Pain Meds and I am now Back in the sunlight
of the sprit. Please Try AA Meetings. They Work !

Keegansdad

Ama

Hang in there - the depression is caused by the booze and a real day 3-5 phenomenon so fear not. It is a vicious circle really.
Effexor and most Anti-depressants augment the effects of booze - hence recommendation not to drink whilst taking them.

Welcome to SR and to Recovery......

MS P

I am glad to hear that you have three days in. Remember any disease is a roller coaster

wantneeda

3 days is awesome!!!!!!!!! Every day gets better if you don't pick up that first one.

Jupiter2

Great work Jerz Boy,

Keep it up and before you know it you will be feeling well again. Sounds like you are ready to stop. Try AA if you can. It has made all the difference for me.

Good going!

Time2Surrender

Congrats on 3 days Jerz and congrats on your 5 days KD

KelKel

Jerz Boy...
Glad you are here to share in your recovery. Congratulations on your 3 days.
I deal with alcoholism and manic depression... I have found it best to seperate the two and treat them accordingly.

Alcohol is a depressant and is a big, big nono for those of us who suffer with depression and anxiety.

Keep coming back