recovering alcoholic,addict.knew I was depressed,did not reach out for 8 years,until near death.have been sober 2 years.Got in a relationship 1 month ago,contracted std.Have not relapsed,but am profoundly depressed and withdrawing,am hopeless and alone,help
2007-02-19 03:11:35 · 12 answers · asked by isolated 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
See a doctor right away, you can get help and be a happier person.
2007-02-19 03:18:06 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I want you to try something, this worked for me. Keep a calender handy. Each day whether its good or bad write something down that happened to you, after time you will begin to see changes in how you see things, and how you deal with things. Keep this calender, and look over it every once in a while, after a year you will be surprised at how you look at those same situations. First things first, get yourself to a meeting, I had great support in the Navy, support being the key word.
I dont know if your religious, but getting involved with some church activities actually may help keep your head clear, not to mention you cant go wrong as far as friends are concerned here.
Take care my friend, I have been there, and know how you feel.
2007-02-19 11:28:26 · answer #2 · answered by Vincent 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am recovering also (almost 9 years ) and had a nervous breakdown at 2 years sober. I couldn't understand and no one seemed to know what to do . Then I discovered another 12 step program called DRA . ( Dual Recovery Annoynomous) It has been very helpful in dealing with my mental illness / addiction problems . They understand that some of us have to be on medication even though we are recovering . Ask about your meetings at your local mental health clinic . Good luck.
2007-02-25 01:09:32 · answer #3 · answered by westhighland 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It sounds very much like a symptom of unrecovered alcoholism. By all means see the doc about short-term help with depression, but I'd suggest you work at a recovery program for a long-term solution.
2007-02-20 16:45:34 · answer #4 · answered by Ian S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stay strong! you obviously have the desire to live. 2 years sober is awesome! if your relationship/std issues are contributing to your depression try to remember that no one is perfect. std can be carried for years, sometimes unknowingly. mistakes are just that. please get help with the depression. don't risk a relapse, you've come to far and i know it wasn't a easy path. call your sponsor....one day at a time. good luck.
2007-02-24 19:58:30 · answer #5 · answered by racingirl14 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get to a meeting and call your sponsor if you have one, If not GET ONE. Nothing is worth relapsing over. Don't try to go it alone. Are you on an anti depressant?
2007-02-26 21:56:09 · answer #6 · answered by leslie anne 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I broke out of a long *** depression with testoserone therapy. I used Androgel everyday and it has a mood elevation that brought me out of it and I stay very even all the time. It makes you feel normal to great and gets your thoughts more physical. then you feel better because you are more active and get outside more.
2007-02-19 11:18:43 · answer #7 · answered by Father Ted 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Get yourself to some meetings and make an appointment to speak with someone about how you feel. You may need an antidepressent to help you thru this rough stage.
good luck.
2007-02-19 11:16:57 · answer #8 · answered by Grianagh 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact a mental health professional; a councellor or psychiatrist. They can help.
2007-02-19 11:27:12 · answer #9 · answered by Psychstudentcheryl 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
please seek professional help. i'm sure you cannot get professional help here. call depression helpline or visit a psychiatric. your depression is still not too severe because you know you are suffering from it and is seeking for help now. seek professional help before things get even more serious. good luck to you!
2007-02-19 11:17:26 · answer #10 · answered by jane★marple 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋