codeine addiction

[neohamsa]

Depending codeine because of my pain, I will wish to stop it but when I stopped to take, I lost the taste for life and great sadness settled. Can you help me ? Thank you

 

[mkrnhr]

Hi neohamsa,
codeine is indeed prescribed as a painkiller. According to wikipedia _https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Codeine

As with other opiate-based pain killers, chronic use of codeine can cause physical dependence. When physical dependence has developed, withdrawal symptoms may occur if a person suddenly stops the medication. Withdrawal symptoms include: drug craving, runny nose, yawning, sweating, insomnia, weakness, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, muscle spasms, chills, irritability, and pain. To minimize withdrawal symptoms, long-term users should gradually reduce their codeine medication under the supervision of a healthcare professional.

Emotional states on the other hand can be compensated with changes in life style, like engaging in outdoors activities for example, which effects depend on each individual.

 

[neohamsa]

thank you for responding, :)

 

[casper]

I think you should IMMEDIATELY under professional supervision (your doctor or a therapist) to stop taking the pill, get the conversation, long walks, "employ" your body and mind.

 

[neohamsa]

I also think yes, I stopped short, but it does not go at all but no way to continue on this path. Thank you
Really need help. :(

 

[casper]

I also think yes, I stopped short, but it does not go at all but no way to continue on this path. Thank you
Really need help. :(

Is your doctor aware of your addiction and the struggle to stop?

 

[Aliana]

I also think yes, I stopped short, but it does not go at all but no way to continue on this path. Thank you
Really need help. :(

Is your doctor aware of your addiction and the struggle to stop?

neohamsa, I think it is very important that you work with a doctor who can help you address the physical ramifications of withdrawal on your body. It's could be really difficult trying to do this on your own.

As mkrnhr said, working through the emotional aspects of this are also important as they contribute to addiction and will also surface more strongly when you are attempting to stop. There are a couple of helpful articles on SOTT that discuss this, but it might also help if you could find a therapist to help guide you through the process.

http://www.sott.net/article/305102-Social-connections-and-bonding-Everything-we-think-we-know-about-addiction-is-wrong

http://www.sott.net/article/304621-The-Health-and-Wellness-Show-Addictive-behaviors

 

[Buddy]

Depending codeine because of my pain, I will wish to stop it but when I stopped to take, I lost the taste for life and great sadness settled. Can you help me ? Thank you

Hi neohamsa. Why are you taking codeine? What pain do you deal with? Is it something you can talk freely about? Even if I were the world's #1 doctor, I wouldn't advise anyone to just stop. Withdrawal can include anxiety, sadness, and depression and one would benefit by laying some groundwork to prepare for that.

 

[Meg]

Depending codeine because of my pain, I will wish to stop it but when I stopped to take, I lost the taste for life and great sadness settled. Can you help me ? Thank you

Hi neohamsa. Why are you taking codeine? What pain do you deal with? Is it something you can talk freely about? Even if I were the world's #1 doctor, I wouldn't advise anyone to just stop. Withdrawal can include anxiety, sadness, and depression and one would benefit by laying some groundwork to prepare for that.

I had the same question about what you are taking the codeine for. Also how much, how often and how long? Depending on how long/often you take it, withdrawal can be difficult.

 

[Marina9]

Hello neohamsa, just my 2 cents that hopefuly could help you, but I agree with the others talking it with a therapist or your doctor may be the best option, also I agree, connection with others or taking a time to exercise, walks in nature, reading, doing something else could help you.

I would also recommend doing the EE breathing exercises http://eiriu-eolas.org/, have you tried them? They can be really helpful.

Hope you get better

 

[Celena Johnson]

Hello neohamsa

You are stronger than your addiction. As many others on here have said, maybe seeking substance abuse counseling may be the direction to go. Combat both the mental and physical effects of opioid abuse.

Withdrawal will be a trip and the road may be difficult (no sugar coating ) but remember your goal of trying to be independent of the drug. Continued networking can benefit you as well when you just need to talk. Definitely seek professional assistance, as I'm not a therapist or a doctor.

I do however have experience living around someone who has an opioid addiction, i have seen how consuming it can be and she also started due to a prescription (pain). Just keep in mind that there is a way out.

I hope you are staying strong. Wanting to stop is always a good step, but its just a step. It's up to you to stay on track and take your recovery into your own hands.

Best of luck

 

[neohamsa]

Good evening,
Thank you all
I have never seen a therapist has to end this, I took over 10 years because of neck pain and neuralgia after a failed surgery and accidents.
Codeine pain effectively removes me but I've realized that I took all the time, out of habit and without pain.
I'm addicted, I realize it by trying to stop it.
I live in the nature, the mountains, the outdoor life, do some exercises according to my health.
I know inhalation techniques of Éiriú Eolas, I try but can not seem to be disciplined ....
I try to talk about it for years, I registered on this forum because I know the work of Laura, Ark and all the team, read his books and realized ....
I understood what I food for confec and I refuse to serve food .... that's why I want to stop it, I now have a reason, I do it for me under your eyes for I am with you wholeheartedly, but nothing can be done under the influence .....
Again thank you to all :)
I dare not go see my doctor, I am ashamed of myself, I'm stupid because I have already stopped a few months ......
You're right, I have to help me, I thought be stronger than that .....
best regards
Good night :)

PS sorry, it's a translation, probably incorrect

 

[Laura]

I will also urge you to consult the doctor. No need to feel ashamed if you go to tell him that you quit an addictive substance and now need guidance. He will think you are acting with courage.

Having said that, perhaps you could look into dietary or supplement help to get through this? You can check out this site:

https://www.moodcure.com/take_the_mood_type_questionnaire.html

Once you find out what the nature of your depression is, you can perhaps make some diet adjustments that will help?

 

[munaychasumaq]

You are a brave man to admit your addiction.This is the first step of heeling.The next step is to ask help and specialist or therapist and make some small changes in your diet.

You can do it,but you need discipline....Everything is up to you ;)

 

[Buddy]

I agree with all the above and the info in this post assumes you are not actually dealing with pain - just general withdrawal symptoms.

In the end, I think what will be most beneficial is dietary adjustments, physical activity and maybe a little help from your doctor to start. And of course the breathing and meditation activities associated with EE.

I don't know your geographical location, but if your doctor values research results in his field or in the field of a specialist he could refer you to, then you might show him some research results related to a certain protein found in the amygdala. Maybe ask him to check the level of a brain protein called neuropeptide Y.

Note the info below uses research on alcohol but the important finding relates to the feelings and emotions that often occur in withdrawal, so there might be something here that can help:

On March 19, 2003, the University Of Illinois At Chicago published a study that might be considered related in the same sense as that where "anxiety" (and depression) seems to be a common factor in addictions. Although this particular study was looking at what was driving an impulse to drink alcohol, I'm thinking the anxiety connection is where the real value is located.

"Some 30 to 70 percent of alcoholics are reported to suffer from anxiety, and depression -- drinking is a way for these individuals to self-medicate," said Subhash Pandey, associate professor of psychiatry and director of neuroscience alcoholism research at UIC. "If we can control the psychological symptoms, perhaps we can help many of the millions of Americans who are victims of alcohol addiction."

CREB, or cyclic AMP responsive element binding protein, when activated, regulates the manufacture of a brain protein called neuropeptide Y. Low levels of active CREB or of neuropeptide Y correlated with symptoms of anxiety and excessive alcohol consumption, the scientists found.

In normal rats, the researchers blocked production of neuropeptide Y. With lower levels of neuropeptide Y, the animals showed signs of anxiety and their alcohol consumption increased. When levels of neuropeptide Y were restored by infusing it into the central amygdala, the rats' excessive drinking behavior ceased.

The UIC study was supported by the Department of Veterans Affairs and the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.

According to NIAAA, an estimated 18 million Americans suffer from alcohol problems. Alcohol and drug abuse cost the economy roughly $276 billion per year.

Source: _http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2003/03/030319075740.htm