Feeling really down after alcohol?

dj417002 · Post by **dj417002** » Sat Jan 10, 2009 5:31 am

I had a few drinks last night, well more than a few about 8, I was fine at the time, no anxiety or depression, infact I felt on top of the world. However today I feel really really low. I was ok when I got up, but gradually I have become really depressed, On the virge of crying, and now the anxiety has come back. Does this happen to you? Have you any advice?

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sat Jan 10, 2009 5:49 am

If you are experiencing anxiety or depression - don't drink- period. The alcohol will intensify threefold any depression and or anxiety you may already be experiencing, and can even be the cause of it by the next day.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sat Jan 10, 2009 6:41 am

dj417002, I am sorry you are feeling that way, "been there done that"... however, I must tell you that alcohol is a depressant. I have to admit that I self medicated with alcohol for YEARS! It gave me a TEMPORARY "feeling" of "On top of the world" or invincible, if you will. I drank for the purpose of relieving anxiety/depression.. I have discovered that drinking was actually increasing anxiety and depression. My suggestion to you is STOP! There is a chapter in the program book as well as a forum on this site that talks specifically about this. You're NOT alone in this, alot of us have resorted to this type of behavior(to relieve anxiety, etc)
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Robin