Depress people are addicted to something. I was addicted to sex. Seeing a councelor will help, but medicien and therapy can only help. It will not make depression go away completely. I am seeing a doctor but I still have to get massages every week.

I see a therapist and I’m on medications. I just had a rough day.

Please be careful drinking while taking Psych meds, that can be a very dangerous combination.

I hope that tomorrow is a better day for you.

It's understandable that you wanted to escape the pain you're feeling. But, Sweetie, drowning your problems in alcohol will not solve anything, just make you feel horrible when you come out of it. Why not try drowning your problems in something good like a good book or exercise classes or something else that you love. Try it. Best wishes.

I feel like getting drunk too. I feel bored and depress all the time...............................
I have a friend here on DS. She get drunk all the time too. But she left now.

I tried drowning my depression in alcohol for many years, but it only made the problems worse, plus I felt like shit afterwards. I’ve been sober now for about 8 years, and I rarely even think about having a drink now. I still suffer from depression, but between therapy, meds, and other things like gardening, I manage to cope. It can be done. You’re stronger than you think.

I’m an alcoholic. But I’m trying to overcome it.

I'm currently drunk and depressed. I feel ya

I know where your coming from, I got drunk at the weekend and took cocaine aswell I felt so horrible and guilty the next day I feel my life is going out of control and I don't know how to stop it, depression sucks big-time!!!

Sorry you had a rough day! Most addicts relapse seven times after they realize and acknowledge their addictions. Please keep trying! We are hear to listen and support. Have you been seeing a counselor? Going to AA or a twelve step program like Celebrate Recovery? For me, programs like these keep me on track and reaffirm my need for other people and faith in my life to overcome my addictions and problems. Please consider these options. Praying for you today.

I'm sorry to hear that you had such a tough day. I'm glad you are reaching out, though, and talking about it; I'm hoping that's helping. I think it sounds like a positive step that you are recognizing your struggle with alcohol and are already seeking help for your depression. I know it may be hard, but try not to beat yourself up for drinking like you did. We all have hard days, some harder than others, and we all make mistakes sometimes or do things we later wish we wouldn't have. Plus you have the added pressure of an addiction. Addictions are terrible things, but I believe in you and your strength to overcome your addiction. Even if you have setbacks, my best advice would be to try to work on forgiving yourself and being kind to yourself; always remember that tomorrow is a new day. Good luck, I'm keeping you in my thoughts.

As tempting as a drink feels when a recovering alcoholic is way down , booze can make it even worse. I know, I'm 34 years sober . But recently I've been so down about losing all my hobbies due to my health ( nothing too major) just hamburger knees etc. plus some other losses I don't even know why I lost .But I know a drink would only manage to make things worse, Even though it seems really bad now . Can you reach out to someone in recovery or a counselor?

Find an AA meeting and attend regularly. Fellow addicts will share what works for them. These meetings work.

I can understand you wanting to numb the emotional pain but when it's all said and done the pain comes back with a vengeance. Please talk to a trusted friend or health care professional. You need someone to guide you in coping with your emotions. 'DON'T GIVE UP'! And don't try to fight this on your own--Proverbs 3:5,6