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Re: to play the devil`s advocate

Posted by Paul Smith on April 25, 2005, at 17:27:19

In reply to Re: to play the devil`s advocate, posted by zeugma on April 25, 2005, at 16:46:22

> But the truth is, I was much better before the meds. >>
>
> Why did you start on them then? I don't think meds should be taken by anyone except those whose problems are severe enough to warrant the possible failures of/withdrawals from meds.
>
> Besides, virtually all meds are safer than alcohol and nicotine, which kill millions each year between them.
>
> -z

I started on Xanax at a doc`s suggestion because I was in a stressful job, used it about a year for stress and sleep, but was by no means having panic attacks, vibrating, seeing surreal, walking on clouds, dealing with burning skin, hearing music that was not playing, shaking at the slightest provocation etc., etc. Most was still going strong 6 months after discontinuation even after a re-instatement and a slow taper. So rather than try to push a shopping cart in this land of "compassionate conservatism," and to get out of the dark depression this has caused, I went on Valium and a bit of Paxil. Am still not my old self and may never be again. That answers your question but I still would like answers to mine. I mean, why are so many people trying to get off the meds if they work? Why do so many say they do not work or quit working. I speak of this board. Thanks for letting me play the devil`s advocate. I truly want to learn. :-)

P.S. Alcohol and nicotine withdrawals are typically over in a few days. If these people can hold off future cravings they are in the clear, and at 12 step meetings getting chips and hugs, not huddled in a chair trying to breathe for months.


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