MycoolFitz

My Dr suggested I take 10-20mgs of Diazepam every 6 hours to deal with my current situation but it just seems like trading one mind bummer for another. I just don't know what to do. I think I need to just ride the waves and trust I won't wipe out. Then I think go to bed and pull the covers over my head but there I am again. I think I'll just read and post and listen to some old rock. You guys helped so much, I'd rather trust this process. I think in this case it's people not pills.

EXM6

The only suggestion I would make is seeking a second opinion. I think your concerns are valid and having one more opinion from a medical professional may be in order.

FredG

In response to your question ... If I assume that your current situation refers to an addiction, is your Dr. aware of it. If he doesn't you should make him aware, since an addiction to any drug (including alcohol) can cause us to react differently to most mood altering medications. We also have to be extemely cautious of "trading one mind bummer for another"

As an alcoholic, I have to beware of casinos, lots of food, any medications and a host of other things that might get me into another harmfull addiction.

On the other hand medication, properly proscribed and properly taken, for a valid medical reason (IE: 2 extra Strength Tylenol for a headache is good, 5 Tylenol 3s with Codienne isn't) .

When a Doctor perscribes a mediction it's usually based on his years of medical knowledge coupled with the symptoms you show and describe. After that it becomes a personal decision to take the medication based on what you know about you and how you work.

There are lot's of drugs out there that work for the condition Diazepam / Valium are given if they're really necessary. Some with less addictive properties. Ask your doctor.

Personally I find talking to people that understand is the best for me ... most of the time ... but my condition isn't chronic either.

DoinThis

Fitz, I agree with u. I'm in the medical profession and we usual prescribe 'as needed' up to the quantities your doc recommends. Another chat with him or a second opinion is a good idea.

Hey Fitz, have u thought about discusssing anti depressants with your doc? They are non addictive, not like benzos which are. They don't 'cloud' your thinking, in actual fact they help u think clearer as your depression lifts. They don't make u feel different in any other way except your depression disappears.

All the best Fitz

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MCF

Its really hard to get a real sense of what your situation is Fitz. I guess I mean 'state of mind' for want of a better term. I agree with a second opinion but maybe a counsellor as well or instead of a Dr?

Whatever it is - drinking will accentuate the problem- and I know those pills can give a pleasant kick

MycoolFitz

Thanks, I did have a discussion and I think the situation was a certain assumption I would relapse and this was the lesser of two weavils. I discussed my committment and my support system, especially SR and we came to an understanding. In my frame of mind I'm a shakey framework on a weak foundation but we're pouring some concrete there. I've got some sessions set up and hope in my heart. From my last few daze of threads you might not know it but I'm a man who believes in the goodness of life and I'm just atiny part of the equation. I bought my neighbor a little light thing that comes on if the power goes off and she's getting one of those panic button things that will bring help. Her son was appreciative just overwhelmed. Me I thought about my fear and depression and realize I have a lot of self-inflicted wounds. I'm attending a PTSD group I'm nervous about but I own that nervousness. I'm trying to make home made bread to give back to my upstairs neighbor. Not such a good baker but it is a good project. I'm looking around my little place again and its coming back into focus again and I love it. There was a line in Rebel Without a Cause I love. Things were turning to **** and James Dean says "Life Can Be Beautiful".

Sapling

Hey Fitz...I have a question for you...It doesn't have anything to do with medicine...I don't take any and I don't know what you need or don't need. It has to do with alcoholism. I don't know if you were in AA...Or around AA...Or next to AA...I'm just curious if you have ever Honestly...Fearlessly and Thoroughly worked the 12 steps with a qualified sponsor?...I remember you had a sponsor that relapsed...That's about all I know of your AA history. Did you ever do that?

Dee74

See your Dr if you have concerns Fitz - or get a second opinion.

I've come to realise not all drugs are bad, and I'm not always fated to treated all drugs the way I used to.

I take certain medications from time to time (including as it happens codeine) to help me with my quality of life, and I'm ok with that.

If I wasn't, or I thought that my reasons for taking them were becoming nefarious, I'd seek a professional opinion.

There's enough suffering around - I really believe noone should have to suffer unnecessarily Fitz.

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seanie1888

Fitz docs are never far wrong but as Dee says get second option. Buddy I've been watching your posts for a while and was thinking you have a very smart open mind so mayb reiki and meditation will help u. Reiki is my saving grace and I hope it can help others on here

MycoolFitz

Thanks, I'm looking into it better things to do with my hands than I almost did yesterday. I am completely committed to sobriety and working through my mental/emotional issues and getting my humor back. Humility is letting my alcoholic ego get thrown under a bus. I just need to make sure I'm not attached to the ego when it happens.