Getting off Hydrocodone after 5 years

[nokia139899]

Hi, I'm 17 and I have been using this stuff since I was 13. It started off as back pain and gradually I almost want to say it "snuck up" on me. I have tried around 3-4 times to stop but I end up relapsing. I was provided the pills by a family member. I realize that by going around them is helping to cause the relapse. The withdrawal is really difficult. Especially since I live a pretty busy life. I have identified what makes me want to use and I need better ways to deal with stress and chronic pain. I get restless at night and wake up in the mornings with anxiety. Does anyone have any solutions to ease the withdrawal WITHOUT other prescription medication, and techniques to stay sober? Thank you!!!

[vicki595]

Shelli~  Man...ain't it the truth!!!   Hooked by the first PILL...it's unbelievable how that happens and I suspect that's what happened with Nokia,as well.    Her parents do know
but she needs to share more...we all need support going through this,long after we're clean!!!

Nokia~  Please keep posting to us...

Vicki

[shelliAS]

I wanted to clarify that my life didn't go to pieces because of the hydrocodone - but all the negative events that kept happening seemed to provide the environment to up the ante on treating my back pain.  After awhile, it wasn't about my back pain.  It was about wanting to feel good when there was nothing in my life to feel good about (numerous close family deaths that occurred close together, got harassed out of my career, etc., etc etc).  The irony was that after awhile, it WAS the hydrocodone that started to have a reverse effect on me.    

[nokia139899]

My parents know everything. And they are really upset because this isn't the first time they have intervened. This would be so much easier if I knew how to just be happy without them. I mean not all of the time but just not be so depressed and unmotivated. I guess I can deal with the withdrawal, I'm just scared of the after.

[vicki595]

Nokia~  The "after the withdrawl phase" is really the hardest.  That's why we talk about recovery care so much.    You need to see a doctor,therapist,pastor etc...for continued support.  I would,for you,recommend attendingseveral NA meetings.  Recovery is a continuing process...some of us see an addictionologist.

You will feel better. 5 years is a long time so it takes some time to get your energy back.  Try pushing yourself to get some exercise,it helps. Don't wallow in how bad you feel.  You need to work hard at feeling well...

V.

[nokia139899]

Today is day three. I'm feeling pretty good other than some aches. If I don't sit and think about it, it isn't so bad. I'm trying to keep myself busy. I made myself get out of bed this morning and take a shower and get ready to start the day. I just need to find some motivation and know how to have fun without the pills. I slept pretty good last night. Really the worst part of this is seeing the consequences and all the people I hurt. I'm trying not to dwell on it because it's really going to hurt my recovery. Any ideas to lift my mood?

[nokia139899]

Okay now the pain is really kicking in. I have a killer headache that I always find my self with when I dont take it. Tylenol does nothing for me, neither does motrin. I am going to try excedrin and hope that it works. But this is getting really bad right now.