dealing with the mental part of withdrawal

[nfacion]

Im having a hard time with the mental part of withdrawal. Physically im feeling ok but the mental part is driving me crazy! I cant seem to focus or get up and do anything. I feel really weird, i cant really explain it though. Does anyone know what I mean or has anyone gone through the same thing and how did you get through it?

[rligh09]

We have been taking B12 it helps keep your moods kind of in check and helps with the depression you kinda feel.

[nfacion]

Ive been clean for about 1 week the physical part has passed but the mental part keeps a hold on me. I feel better sober but the mental part of  it is still got a hold,feeling like i cant do anyhthing without the pain medication. I was taking 7.5 of oxys then tylenol 4. I was only taking the 7.5 oxys for about 2-3 weeks but the tylenol 4 i have been on for years. I know tylenol 4 isnt a super strong drug but it works well for me. My new PM doctor also perscribe nucynta for me but i cant take that very much because it ineracts with my pristiq which is a sertonin uptake anti depressant. How long does this mental stuff last? thsnks for the support from htose who posted. I would love to here more advice on how to get through it or if there is any type of vitamin supplement i can take?

[pcooney13]

Its hard to comment, not knowing what day you are on and what you are coming off.  Everyone's experience is different, but I would say that more of it is mental than physical for most of us.  After the acute physical symtoms left me i still was really lethargic and feeling "not myself".  The only thing I can say is stay strong, hang in there and you will be amazed at how good you ultimately feel.  Good luck.

[rligh09]

I hear ya!! I have been 14 days clean and it takes alot of coffee to get me moving but I have found that once I start I'm ok I just have to push myself to get off the damn couch!! I feel so much better when I am moving but it so tough to get yourself to do it. Pick a project for yourself and commit to doing it like cleaning the basement or organizing clothes to give away to good will. Good Luck let me know if you find any magic cures!! With Christmas coming and 4 kids I need all the motivation I can get. And its freezing where I am that does not help at all. I think I spent 8 hrs on the couch today, but I told myself  tomorrow I will get up a super clean the house for the kids Birthday party on Sunday.