06-07-2017, 12:07 AM
Glad to hear you're doing better CoiledSpring!
I've struggled with anxiety/depression/panic attacks for the last 10 years or so. I was prescribed lorazepam to take as needed when feeling super anxious. I was also put on Lexapro at one point to combat anxiety and depression at the same time but it had some wonky side effects. I too reach for alcohol at times when I have random anxiety. I'm into craft beers and drink a few each night but you're not alone in this. Sometimes I'll grab the highest ABV beer I have in the house and down it ASAP when I feel super anxious/a panic attack coming on. Some might look down on that but I don't think it's much different from popping a xanax for the same reason. In fact, it hits faster and allows me to gather my thoughts and relax. I'm certainly no alcoholic - one beer will do the trick most of the time.
I'm not condoning this type of behavior. I don't want anyone to take this as some sort of advice. The reality of it is, we're all different and find different ways of coping with these types of issues.
I'm actually scheduled to see a new GP this month and I will be looking for other ways to cope with anxiety and stress. Hope all goes well!
I've struggled with anxiety/depression/panic attacks for the last 10 years or so. I was prescribed lorazepam to take as needed when feeling super anxious. I was also put on Lexapro at one point to combat anxiety and depression at the same time but it had some wonky side effects. I too reach for alcohol at times when I have random anxiety. I'm into craft beers and drink a few each night but you're not alone in this. Sometimes I'll grab the highest ABV beer I have in the house and down it ASAP when I feel super anxious/a panic attack coming on. Some might look down on that but I don't think it's much different from popping a xanax for the same reason. In fact, it hits faster and allows me to gather my thoughts and relax. I'm certainly no alcoholic - one beer will do the trick most of the time.
I'm not condoning this type of behavior. I don't want anyone to take this as some sort of advice. The reality of it is, we're all different and find different ways of coping with these types of issues.
I'm actually scheduled to see a new GP this month and I will be looking for other ways to cope with anxiety and stress. Hope all goes well!