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I have been off vics for 3 1/2 monthsand I seem more depressed with more anxiety then I can take. Is anyone else experiencing this?
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When I first came here, I posted something about depression (my first post) and my fear of quitting, etc. What I posted to you was the first response I got and it is what made the most sense to me and gave me hope. At 90 days, I can feel my brain healing. I am glad it helped you.
Thank you for responding.........the physical withdraw was a breeze compared to whatever it is I am going thru now!! But it will all be worth it when I get this part in check. Hopefully I can help others....soon!!!
You will get there....dig deep my friend!!!
You will get there....dig deep my friend!!!
From what everyone has said, I think the depression and anxiety are normal. I even think I saw a post somewhere that it can take a year or something like that, to feel 100% completely normal again. Crazy. Do you go to a psychiatrist? If not, go to one, and tell them what you are experiencing. Maybe they can help with how you are feeling. Feel better!
Btw, CONGRATS on 3 1/2 months!!!! I can't wait for the day that I can say that! :)
Btw, CONGRATS on 3 1/2 months!!!! I can't wait for the day that I can say that! :)
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Opiates bound to the opioid receptors in your brain and body. They release their artificial endorphins to them, and block the bodies natural endorphins. After a while the neurons that produce the body's natural endorphins disappear. There is no need for them so they just don't rejuvenate like they would normally.
When you stop taking the opiates, they leave your opioid receptors bare, and they are calling out for your body's natural endorphins, but there isn't any there at first. You body has to repopulate the neurons that make them, and this takes time.
Endorphins like dopamine control your moods, anxiety, sadness, anger, happiness, pain etc.
You will slowly get your "old self" back as these neurons repopulate and begin increasing their endorphins production. After being off the opiates for a month, they should be about 45-50% of normal, and be back to normal within a year.
So hang in there, you will feel better and better as the months roll by.
Try keep busy and keep your mind focused on positive things instead of dwelling on the depression, anxiety, etc. that are only temporary and will disappear as your endorphins return to normal.