Depression and alchohol consumption
Discussion
First of all I realise it very foolish of me to do what I've done and I feel very regretful about it. However, I would also like to discuss some after effects that I'm feeling.
We had our company Xmas do recently and I have consumed more alcohol than I normally would. I used to be a heavy drinker (5-6 pints a day) few years ago but I have drastically cut down to maybe 2-3 pints a week and most of the time it's only beer/ale and nothing heavier. However on the night out we really enjoyed ourselves and I got carried away by downing some shots. Overall I must've had 7-8 pints plus 5 rounds of shots. I can't really remember 100% of the night but according to colleagues I didn't do anything too embarrasing. Just taking the mick out of everyone apparently. Didn't throw up or fall over until I got home and collapsed on bed.
The next day I felt a bad hangover which lasted whole day. Wouldn't normally feel this bad but I guess age must have caught on with me. I'm not on any depression meds at the moment but have been known to suffer from SAD. Anyway, I still feel a bit hazy today. Just feel lost and very apolegetic to everyone even though everyone told me I didn't do anything too harsh or silly.
I'll definitely watch my consumption over Xmas and in the future but one thing that worried me was that it seems to take longer to fully recover and also feeling mentally exhausted 2 days after the night. Just wondering if other people that may have suffered from depression find that it takes longer to recover from a hangover?
We had our company Xmas do recently and I have consumed more alcohol than I normally would. I used to be a heavy drinker (5-6 pints a day) few years ago but I have drastically cut down to maybe 2-3 pints a week and most of the time it's only beer/ale and nothing heavier. However on the night out we really enjoyed ourselves and I got carried away by downing some shots. Overall I must've had 7-8 pints plus 5 rounds of shots. I can't really remember 100% of the night but according to colleagues I didn't do anything too embarrasing. Just taking the mick out of everyone apparently. Didn't throw up or fall over until I got home and collapsed on bed.
The next day I felt a bad hangover which lasted whole day. Wouldn't normally feel this bad but I guess age must have caught on with me. I'm not on any depression meds at the moment but have been known to suffer from SAD. Anyway, I still feel a bit hazy today. Just feel lost and very apolegetic to everyone even though everyone told me I didn't do anything too harsh or silly.
I'll definitely watch my consumption over Xmas and in the future but one thing that worried me was that it seems to take longer to fully recover and also feeling mentally exhausted 2 days after the night. Just wondering if other people that may have suffered from depression find that it takes longer to recover from a hangover?
didelydoo said:
I'm f
ked for 4 or 5 days if I drink nowadays, so I don't do it often. Feels like a comedown mixed with a hangover- to old for that jazz, so try to avoid it as I've not the time nor inclination to loose half a week to feeling crap.
Yes, that's what I'm feeling now too - not as bad as a real comdown but still sucks. ked for 4 or 5 days if I drink nowadays, so I don't do it often. Feels like a comedown mixed with a hangover- to old for that jazz, so try to avoid it as I've not the time nor inclination to loose half a week to feeling crap. I am just thinking if I should see my GP again but if the symptoms are purely because of my recent excessive consumption I would have to discipline myself more next time I drink. Colleagues who drank almost the same amount as me felt find today but I suspect my history of depression does play a part...
crazy about cars said:
Yes, that's what I'm feeling now too - not as bad as a real comdown but still sucks.
I am just thinking if I should see my GP again but if the symptoms are purely because of my recent excessive consumption I would have to discipline myself more next time I drink. Colleagues who drank almost the same amount as me felt find today but I suspect my history of depression does play a part...
It'll pass in a day or two- just part and parcel of getting old! Also known as 'the fear', particularly if you can't remember what you've done.I am just thinking if I should see my GP again but if the symptoms are purely because of my recent excessive consumption I would have to discipline myself more next time I drink. Colleagues who drank almost the same amount as me felt find today but I suspect my history of depression does play a part...
I'd not worry about it
I have found the most debilitating part of a hangover is the "mental" bit. It usually passes, and often the guilt is you getting out of control.
However it's clear alcohol definitety contributes to depression. Perhaps in different ways to different people, but it certainly got me one day.
I usually get what I'm sure most people experience as heavy hangovers when overdoing it, though never experienced anything too bad until I got knocked for six a while ago after finishing with a girlfriend and when a couple of other life changing events all happened at the same time.
I had been out for a few friendly beers with friends, where nothing untoward happened, then went round to my Mum & Dad's for Sunday lunch with the usual Sunday morning hangover. But this time sitting in the kitchen, for no reason at all, went into what I figured later was a full on panic attack - heart pumping, sweating flashing lights, funny noises, everything.
I couldn't eat the lunch put in front of me and had to retreat to the lounge where the "fear" seemed to subside a bit, to the point I was able to make my excuses and go home.
I'm completely sure this was a very stressed me, tipped over the edge by the alcohol/hangover and one that would not have happened if I had remained sober.
Particularly as it didn't ease off like a normal hangover. It lead into a period of months of extreme anxiety, rushing thoughts, lack of concentration, scared by loud and sudden noises and I didn't feel safe in the car as I didn't feel in control. I felt I was going mad, was frightened of losing my job, my living and then the house. It was particularly worse when by myself, late at night.
All from a night out on the beers! I went to my GP who told me to stop drinking so much - problem was I already had. So I took to exercise, listening to uplifting music (Just a Day by Feeder and It's Getting Better by Shed 7 were firm, albeit cheesy looking back on it, favourites that would keep my mood up).
Hanging around and just talking with people kept me completely normal, as did buying a Peugeot 205GTI, which kept a big smile on my face. The love of a good new woman also "fixed" me! (we're still married 11 years later!) Eventually this all faded away, but it was a scary time.
I'm feeling fine now, and getting older means I drink less at least, but I do get the odd hint of badness after I've had a few too many, but at least I seem to be able to talk myself out of it now. I do worry a bit about cumulative effects, as I have not made too many attempts to stop completely!
However it's clear alcohol definitety contributes to depression. Perhaps in different ways to different people, but it certainly got me one day.
I usually get what I'm sure most people experience as heavy hangovers when overdoing it, though never experienced anything too bad until I got knocked for six a while ago after finishing with a girlfriend and when a couple of other life changing events all happened at the same time.
I had been out for a few friendly beers with friends, where nothing untoward happened, then went round to my Mum & Dad's for Sunday lunch with the usual Sunday morning hangover. But this time sitting in the kitchen, for no reason at all, went into what I figured later was a full on panic attack - heart pumping, sweating flashing lights, funny noises, everything.
I couldn't eat the lunch put in front of me and had to retreat to the lounge where the "fear" seemed to subside a bit, to the point I was able to make my excuses and go home.
I'm completely sure this was a very stressed me, tipped over the edge by the alcohol/hangover and one that would not have happened if I had remained sober.
Particularly as it didn't ease off like a normal hangover. It lead into a period of months of extreme anxiety, rushing thoughts, lack of concentration, scared by loud and sudden noises and I didn't feel safe in the car as I didn't feel in control. I felt I was going mad, was frightened of losing my job, my living and then the house. It was particularly worse when by myself, late at night.
All from a night out on the beers! I went to my GP who told me to stop drinking so much - problem was I already had. So I took to exercise, listening to uplifting music (Just a Day by Feeder and It's Getting Better by Shed 7 were firm, albeit cheesy looking back on it, favourites that would keep my mood up).
Hanging around and just talking with people kept me completely normal, as did buying a Peugeot 205GTI, which kept a big smile on my face. The love of a good new woman also "fixed" me! (we're still married 11 years later!) Eventually this all faded away, but it was a scary time.
I'm feeling fine now, and getting older means I drink less at least, but I do get the odd hint of badness after I've had a few too many, but at least I seem to be able to talk myself out of it now. I do worry a bit about cumulative effects, as I have not made too many attempts to stop completely!
Tyre Smoke said:
See your GP?
You got pissed and now feel the guilt/remorse for doing so. Get over yourself!
48 hours from now it will be a distant memory.
Yes, I'm trying to get over it myself trust me! It's just with my history (depression being one of them) and also the fact that I haven't been that pissed for so long made me a bit concerned - hence why I am hoping to share with others who may experience same symptoms and have some advice to offer.You got pissed and now feel the guilt/remorse for doing so. Get over yourself!
48 hours from now it will be a distant memory.
didelydoo said:
It'll pass in a day or two- just part and parcel of getting old! Also known as 'the fear', particularly if you can't remember what you've done.
I'd not worry about it
Thanks. Physically I'm feeling better now but mentally still a bit "hazy". Had a chat with a colleague and apprently she's not feeling that well and have some black out moments too.I'd not worry about it
I've got the "fears" in the past as well but that was years ago when I used to drink excessively. I'd avoid doing anything to following day if I have a bad hangover and just let my body recover by resting and plenty of fluids...
I have to admit sometimes I use alcohol as a method to block depression out and obviously that is a very bad thing to do. I used to be from a place with regular sunshine, nice weather, lots of family and friend within reach. However that changed drastically 10/11 years ago and I've been through a lot of problems and may have also abused a lot of substance which is detrimental to my mental and physical health.
My life nearly took a turn for the worse if not for my first born. I'll spare the details but it had been a long, hard road but I'm much better off now. Unfortunately I also have almost zero close friends and family are hours away. All I have left is my missus and kids over here and sometimes I really wish I have someone else to vent my frustrations but I don't - so I find solace in one or two beers in the evening when I need it. It's sad I know but there are moments when there are things that I really need to talk to a mate about... Maybe that's why I am so addicted to online forums...
I realise alcohol is a depressant but point of starting this thread is to gauge experiences of people suffering from depression and alcohol.
I have to admit sometimes I use alcohol as a method to block depression out and obviously that is a very bad thing to do. I used to be from a place with regular sunshine, nice weather, lots of family and friend within reach. However that changed drastically 10/11 years ago and I've been through a lot of problems and may have also abused a lot of substance which is detrimental to my mental and physical health.
My life nearly took a turn for the worse if not for my first born. I'll spare the details but it had been a long, hard road but I'm much better off now. Unfortunately I also have almost zero close friends and family are hours away. All I have left is my missus and kids over here and sometimes I really wish I have someone else to vent my frustrations but I don't - so I find solace in one or two beers in the evening when I need it. It's sad I know but there are moments when there are things that I really need to talk to a mate about... Maybe that's why I am so addicted to online forums...
I realise alcohol is a depressant but point of starting this thread is to gauge experiences of people suffering from depression and alcohol.
prand said:
I have found the most debilitating part of a hangover is the "mental" bit. It usually passes, and often the guilt is you getting out of control.
However it's clear alcohol definitety contributes to depression. Perhaps in different ways to different people, but it certainly got me one day.
I usually get what I'm sure most people experience as heavy hangovers when overdoing it, though never experienced anything too bad until I got knocked for six a while ago after finishing with a girlfriend and when a couple of other life changing events all happened at the same time.
I had been out for a few friendly beers with friends, where nothing untoward happened, then went round to my Mum & Dad's for Sunday lunch with the usual Sunday morning hangover. But this time sitting in the kitchen, for no reason at all, went into what I figured later was a full on panic attack - heart pumping, sweating flashing lights, funny noises, everything.
I couldn't eat the lunch put in front of me and had to retreat to the lounge where the "fear" seemed to subside a bit, to the point I was able to make my excuses and go home.
I'm completely sure this was a very stressed me, tipped over the edge by the alcohol/hangover and one that would not have happened if I had remained sober.
Particularly as it didn't ease off like a normal hangover. It lead into a period of months of extreme anxiety, rushing thoughts, lack of concentration, scared by loud and sudden noises and I didn't feel safe in the car as I didn't feel in control. I felt I was going mad, was frightened of losing my job, my living and then the house. It was particularly worse when by myself, late at night.
All from a night out on the beers! I went to my GP who told me to stop drinking so much - problem was I already had. So I took to exercise, listening to uplifting music (Just a Day by Feeder and It's Getting Better by Shed 7 were firm, albeit cheesy looking back on it, favourites that would keep my mood up).
Hanging around and just talking with people kept me completely normal, as did buying a Peugeot 205GTI, which kept a big smile on my face. The love of a good new woman also "fixed" me! (we're still married 11 years later!) Eventually this all faded away, but it was a scary time.
I'm feeling fine now, and getting older means I drink less at least, but I do get the odd hint of badness after I've had a few too many, but at least I seem to be able to talk myself out of it now. I do worry a bit about cumulative effects, as I have not made too many attempts to stop completely!
However it's clear alcohol definitety contributes to depression. Perhaps in different ways to different people, but it certainly got me one day.
I usually get what I'm sure most people experience as heavy hangovers when overdoing it, though never experienced anything too bad until I got knocked for six a while ago after finishing with a girlfriend and when a couple of other life changing events all happened at the same time.
I had been out for a few friendly beers with friends, where nothing untoward happened, then went round to my Mum & Dad's for Sunday lunch with the usual Sunday morning hangover. But this time sitting in the kitchen, for no reason at all, went into what I figured later was a full on panic attack - heart pumping, sweating flashing lights, funny noises, everything.
I couldn't eat the lunch put in front of me and had to retreat to the lounge where the "fear" seemed to subside a bit, to the point I was able to make my excuses and go home.
I'm completely sure this was a very stressed me, tipped over the edge by the alcohol/hangover and one that would not have happened if I had remained sober.
Particularly as it didn't ease off like a normal hangover. It lead into a period of months of extreme anxiety, rushing thoughts, lack of concentration, scared by loud and sudden noises and I didn't feel safe in the car as I didn't feel in control. I felt I was going mad, was frightened of losing my job, my living and then the house. It was particularly worse when by myself, late at night.
All from a night out on the beers! I went to my GP who told me to stop drinking so much - problem was I already had. So I took to exercise, listening to uplifting music (Just a Day by Feeder and It's Getting Better by Shed 7 were firm, albeit cheesy looking back on it, favourites that would keep my mood up).
Hanging around and just talking with people kept me completely normal, as did buying a Peugeot 205GTI, which kept a big smile on my face. The love of a good new woman also "fixed" me! (we're still married 11 years later!) Eventually this all faded away, but it was a scary time.
I'm feeling fine now, and getting older means I drink less at least, but I do get the odd hint of badness after I've had a few too many, but at least I seem to be able to talk myself out of it now. I do worry a bit about cumulative effects, as I have not made too many attempts to stop completely!
Tyre Smoke said:
Sorry, probably a bit harsh of me.
You'll be fine. Forget about it. You didn't make a fool of yourself, everyone is still talking to you, you just have the depressive after effects of a 'session' - aka a hangover. The older you get, the longer it takes to shrug off.
No need for apologies You'll be fine. Forget about it. You didn't make a fool of yourself, everyone is still talking to you, you just have the depressive after effects of a 'session' - aka a hangover. The older you get, the longer it takes to shrug off.
If I've started a thread on a public forum I'd expect to get both good and bad feedbacks!RVVUNM said:
A little tip I was given many years ago that myself and a few of my pals use is to take two Anadin Extra with a glass of water when you go to bed. In the morning you know you've had a drink but no headache, works a treat.
Hmmmm Anadin Extra has a lot -45mg of caffeine, Pro Plus has only 5mg more at 50mg. I fact two Anadin tablets is more than a can of Red Bull (80mg). Not great for taking just before bed or if you have a case of the jitters! As you might be able to tell, I don't like caffeine mixed with a hangover as I've tried the above as a cure!
prand said:
RVVUNM said:
A little tip I was given many years ago that myself and a few of my pals use is to take two Anadin Extra with a glass of water when you go to bed. In the morning you know you've had a drink but no headache, works a treat.
Hmmmm Anadin Extra has a lot -45mg of caffeine, Pro Plus has only 5mg more at 50mg. I fact two Anadin tablets is more than a can of Red Bull (80mg). Not great for taking just before bed or if you have a case of the jitters! As you might be able to tell, I don't like caffeine mixed with a hangover as I've tried the above as a cure!
t, better stop it then, shame I've been doing it succesfully for 10 years.prand said:
RVVUNM said:
A little tip I was given many years ago that myself and a few of my pals use is to take two Anadin Extra with a glass of water when you go to bed. In the morning you know you've had a drink but no headache, works a treat.
Hmmmm Anadin Extra has a lot -45mg of caffeine, Pro Plus has only 5mg more at 50mg. I fact two Anadin tablets is more than a can of Red Bull (80mg). Not great for taking just before bed or if you have a case of the jitters! As you might be able to tell, I don't like caffeine mixed with a hangover as I've tried the above as a cure!
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