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Depression is a real and debilitating condition that is often misunderstood by family and friends. Its meaning can range from a prolonged period of sadness to an actual mental illness with specific symptoms. Find and share experiences with others who are going through the same struggles.

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whatswrong19 02/20/2017

Ok, I've posted here a few times about trying so hard to not smoke, I got the Chantix, but it messed up my sleep cycle so bad I can't take it, It took me a week after I stopped taking it to get back to a regular sleeping cycle. But I have managed to not smoke for about 2 weeks. but now I'm really craving it, like being here, at this job, when I don't want to be here really triggers my desire to smoke, it's either the desire to smoke or the desire to commit suicide. so I figure smoking is a better alternative. I get really bad around 2-3:30. like my depression seems to hit me hard and heavy around this time. any advice would be appreciated. I'm thinking about getting some cigarettes on my way home, but maybe the desire will be gone by then.

ceaser 02/20/2017

Well it just seems that you're not happy with your job or problems you have and smoking is a way out for you. I think that you should find hobbies and or friends to be there for you and not make you think about those negative thoughts. You should also look for a job that will make you happy, I know that's easier said than done but time is limited on this planet so we shouldn't waste it being unhappy. If you need someone to talk to or vent than you can message me anytime

Bella12 02/20/2017

Have you tried having one less ciggerette a day. See if that helps. Can you exercise or go out for walks when you have the urge. Talk to your doc about the chantix see if you can start again and try something for sleep.

dinahmorris 02/20/2017

Please don't use any replacement drug like nicotine patches or Champix. Instead try reprogramming your brain with a very effective, easy to read and successful book called Allen Carr's Easy Way to Stop Smoking. I recommend you buy it as that is an initial step to show yourself and others you are serious. It takes away the desire to smoke. It's not hypnosis- just plain good sense, without being scary-you know all the bad news-right? What about the good news? More money, peace of mind, relief, pride in your achievement...you fill in the blanks. You can do this. like I did! xxx

johnhascats 02/20/2017

Thanks for sharing this. My doc gave me a script for Chantix but he warned me the side effects can be pretty bad. After my insurance refused to pay for it I have it up. I found in my state the Dept of public health sends out free supplies of nicotine patches so I am going to try that. It might be worth looking into. I found many states offer this.

whatswrong19 02/21/2017

thank you to all of you who have replied and been so supportive. I have been looking for another job, I fear that I would still be unhappy with another job, as there are going to small problems anywhere you go, like maybe the problem is me, and not the environment. I don't know. there are some families that I DREAD having to see, and that ups the anty, or desire to smoke. I did buy smokes and smoked yesterday, but I think I will be good today, none today, and I will toss the cigarettes up into the attic, that way they are not just right there when the urge hits.

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