How much alcohol do you drink and does it help with depression?

[Depressed_Kettle]

Does it help with your depression?

A standard drink is 355ml of 5% beer or cooler. 1.5 ounces of 40% alcohol. Etc

 

[kingkong57]

For me it is only a temporary fix, I drink knowing that I'm doing myself more harm than good in terms of longer term effects on my mood. Drinking, among other things helps me get through each day right now and I don't intend to stop

 

[Littlepaws]

It does help, but it's only temporary. I'm a lightweight, so it's pretty easy / cheap for me to reap those temporary effects.

 

[Depressed_Kettle]

For me it is only a temporary fix, I drink knowing that I'm doing myself more harm than good in terms of longer term effects on my mood. Drinking, among other things helps me get through each day right now and I don't intend to stop

It does help, but it's only temporary. I'm a lightweight, so it's pretty easy / cheap for me to reap those temporary effects.

I Got to take each day at a time feeling the way I do so I totally understand.

 

[A_miStake_of_NATURE]

I definitely don't drink enough. I think it helps me. I feel relaxed and very stupid. It's nice. But unfortunately I'm too lazy to go outside to buy it for me….. If only someone would buy me something to drink……

 

[Apricity]

I was able to get my hands on some 190 proof Everclear from relative that was visiting from Texas. The best thing that I ever had. You just need a little bit and you're good for the night, then there's no hangover the next day. I wish California wasn't so controlling. Highest you can get here is 120 proof, it's just not the same.

 

[whywere]

Hi! A long time ago, back before 2015, I used to drink a lot of beer. I liked, still do!, beer BUT like @Littlepaws said, I 100% agree with him/her that it is a temporary fix and also I started taking opioids, after a nasty car crash, and beer and opioids do not mix well.

Also, I just got tired of using beer as a escape, and it lasted such a short time, and then I still had depression with a hangover, not good.

My wish for everyone on SS is to have a pleasant life, where ever that might be or whatever world or existence , as we all have our own issues BUT, there in again, we are all still one group/family..etc on here and I wish the best possible outcome for each and every member here on SS.

Nothing but the best to everyone,


Walter

 

[HomesickAlien]

When I'm not working I usually drink 4 or more pints of beer a day. Quite often it's the first thing that goes into my stomach.

Does it help with your depression?

No. It does take the edge off of my anxiety just a little bit for short moments but overall it makes me more miserable and it worsens some digestive issues I have. But I just like it. I'm a pathetic loser who just can't delay gratification. I know I'm hurting my body but I'm not staying around for a long time.

 

[everydayiloveyou]

I've never drank, I should start lol since nothing else helps

 

[rosie93]

It used to help a lot! Best days of my life. I should have never stopped.

 

[sillysweary]

I've always said that if we can find a med that replicates the second gin & tonic then I'll be grand.

I tend to drink in social situations in order to help me cope with them. The anxiety pay off the next day is never worth it, but it always feels like it will be in the moment.

 

[bad luck]

Alcohol did not help my depression, it actually made it worse. At first relax but you need more and more

 

[JonL666]

I don't think it helps me I drink far to much I don't get a buzz off it anymore or any enjoyment, it's just necessary to feel 'normal' and get through the day

 

[Elysium Searcher]

I tried alcohol only a few times (and I dont plan to try again). I remember that it helped a bit when I was in very bad state at that time. Would acohol be more helpful for me if I drank regularly?

I dont know. And I dont want to know. I like the feeling the alcohol provides and hate it at the same time. Its kinda pleasant, and improves my moof, but... I dont want to get used to it too much, I prefer to not drink at all.

 

[facel]

Alcohol is a depressant and is a big "no-no" if you're on antidepressants like I am. Although I've never been a big drinker I really miss having a few beers with pals - non-alcoholic beer just isn't the same. I also miss a glass of wine with a meal.

 

[Alwaysbadtime]

Alcohol is a depressant and is a big "no-no" if you're on antidepressants like I am. Although I've never been a big drinker I really miss having a few beers with pals - non-alcoholic beer just isn't the same. I also miss a glass of wine with a meal.

I drank on antidepressants. I don't think you need to deny yourself completely from alcohol. Also, if you are suicidal why do you care about it being a 'no no'?

Tons of people drink on meds. I think if you have pals to drink a beer with you should just do it. In general our bodies are not so sensitive as to freak out over a beer or a glass of wine or two.

 

[facel]

I drank on antidepressants. I don't think you need to deny yourself completely from alcohol. Also, if you are suicidal why do you care about it being a 'no no'?

Tons of people drink on meds. I think if you have pals to drink a beer with you should just do it. In general our bodies are not so sensitive as to freak out over a beer or a glass of wine or two.

Thanks for that. I have had a pint on occasion but otherwise have stayed clear. You're right of course, but I'm frightened I'll turn into an alcoholic before I ctb and don't want people to see me that way. The mental health workers ask me every couple of days if I've been drinking, and don't seem to believe that I haven't! I'm trying to hang on for the next 2 years as there's a milestone then, although I don't think I can.

 

[Alwaysbadtime]

I used to drink a lot...starting at 21 and on. I sometimes drink a lot but I never feel drunk and still have nothing to say. It makes me feel even more sad and angry and I end up texting and emailing and then regretting it. In the mornings my head hurts worse.

If you can enjoy getting drunk and are suicidal go for it. At least it's something to do.

 

[Makko]

Alcohol just makes me dizzy but none of the supposed positive effects.

 

[BluesRunTheGame]

For me there's a comorbidity with alcoholism and depression so it's impossible to say where I'm at with it all.

 

[meetapple]

I don't drink. If I need help with anxiety I take a lorazepam as prescribed by my doctor.

 

[BluesRunTheGame]

I don't drink. If I need help with anxiety I take a lorazepam as prescribed by my doctor.

That is an incredibly based doctor to prescribe you benzos. I mean I agree they should for anxiety sufferers but it would never happen - except in exceptional circumstances - in England.

 

[UnemployedMD]

Alcoholic here. If you can drink in moderation (which most people do) it can be something that helps reduce anxiety. However for myself and likely most of the people using this site suffering from depression, it makes things much worse and the physical withdrawals that come of it are frightening. On top of that you become an embarrassment to everyone around you when you are drunk.

I've had a problem with alcohol ever since I was in college and always had very little control over how much I drink. While much of that comes from underlying depression, bad genetics, and being under tons of stress for my entire life, I have definitely learned the hard way about what happens when you try to use alcohol as a medication to cope with bad life circumstances. The hangovers, blackouts, and irreparable damage you will do to your reputation are just not worth it.

 

[lobster salad]

I drink roughly about 2 or 3 shots each at least 4 days a week. So I get slightly drunk once in 2 days on average, and it helps make me feel better and happier. But it's always too temporary. cocktails. Sometimes raw shots or beer too

 

[InNihilum]

Way too much, even if sometimes I think 'not enough'.
I've tried to work on this issue beside my psychological treatment, but now I'm more on a "screw all of that" state of mind, and fastly reaching again the drink-every-day status

 

[back_to_oblivion]

It depends. Sometimes I drink a lot but there are also periods I don't drink. So, periods of heavy drinking interchanged with periods of abstinence. It helps to make me feel relaxed, relieved and happy for that moment but it's very temporary and the next day I feel bad. It's like my anxiety is worse and my depression is worse too. Perhaps also because I return to my normal state and that is contrasted with the happiness of being drunk? I also heavily rely on alcohol to cope with social situations because alcohol turns me into someone else.

 

[Ramirez]

I'm a bender drinking. Helps with depression and boredom for me at first but I would drink like 25 drinks a day and act insane..and then there is the comedown/withdrawal regrets over crazy behavior, not being able to hold food down for days. I believe it can bring some kind of relief when it's a bit "moderation".

 

[rex_deceptorum]

I actually drink far more when I am ok or even good, because alcohol makes me feel ten times worse when I am stressed out , anxious or sad . It"s not discipline, it just feels awful! I also happen to take benzos during the times of crisis, so booze is off limits.

 

[PlushieLover]

Not at all, it does not help with depression. I actually feel more miserable when I'm drinking.

 

[onlyanimalsaregood]

Not at all, it does not help with depression. I actually feel more miserable when I'm drinking.

Same. I quit drinking.