Thriving Work Anxiety and Mental Collapse

[michellemountbatten1]

Employees may use alcohol or drugs to cope with mental stress and anxiety issues. Thus mental illness and thriving anxiety could lead to addiction and its related issues.

Co-Occurring Disorders are the ones if patients suffer from both mental illness and substance addiction. To cope with these issues in the US or in particular, in New Jersey, dual diagnosis treatment is suggested. Dual diagnosis treatment in NJ can help people fighting with dual disorder in lifelong recovery.

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[SurvivingEveryday]

For me, I think that alcohol and mental health should be really kept in check. I have OCD, PTSD, anxiety and depression. If I were to partake of alcohol, I think I would keep going. It is a temporary solution to a bad moment... and I am afraid it would make me worse. That is just my opinion.

I know some people who can have a social drink and be just fine.

[michellemountbatten1 in reply to SurvivingEveryday]

Alcohol is not a good solution for a temporary stress and depression. Get into some healthy and entertaining activities for mind diversion. And also this blog might help you choicepointhealth.com/is-al...

[Vindicatrix]

Hi Michelle, the following does not relate to alcohol particularly,, but nevertheless may be of some use to anyone suffering from persistant 'Anxiety' at work, or otherwise.

.Every one of us will look, find, use, and assess, ways and medications, which assist us personally.. Over 40 odd years or so, I have found mine, and it includes, periodic use of Xanax (Amprozolam) not prescribed in the UK, but a drug of choice for those with Anxiety, (In the US I believe).

I am lucky to have a very unmderstanding GP and I pay for it privately. The NHS in this country, and most medics are reluctant, or refuse, to precribe. If used judiciously, and not abused, I find for me, that it is extremely effective in times of Anxiety.

It is a quick reactive, and does the trick a treat. Over time, I have used it for a few years contunually, in small doses, max 2 whites a day. I have then gone several years without it. It may be worth speakig to your Doctors, and discuss. Hope this contributes to the debate. Regards Ron

[michellemountbatten1 in reply to Vindicatrix]

Thanks for sharing your experience with NHS for Anxiety.

But if someone is suffering from addiction due to work anxiety. Then one should must consider dual diagnosis treatment programs.

Just like ChoicePoint is offering it.

choicepointhealth.com/dual-...

[Vindicatrix in reply to michellemountbatten1]

Whatever works for people suffering from extreme 'Anxiety', I would advocate it.

I have tried all the usual counselling, type routes, and whilst some of it can be helpful at the end of the day, it's down to each individual to find what works for them.

Sometimes it's as simple as the judicious use of a particular medication. (Always with the support of your GP)

I do feel at times that the whole Mental Health and Anxiety issue, has turned into a growth industry, with it being 'Flavour of the Month' at the present time.

At the end of the day, if one feels that all this 'Professional' intervention, is working for them, fine.

Some may also feel that a good chat with a trusted family member or friend suffices. 'Horses for Courses'😀

Regards Ron,

[Shnauser in reply to Vindicatrix]

I have used relaxation therapy (muscle relaxation and deep breathing.) It also lowers blood pressure and stabilises pulse rate. Also cognitive therapy and positive imagery in a safe environment. Meditation including mindfulness may help but if you are very depressed as well then may not work until depression eases. Medication helpful with talking therapy.