Anyone tried Xanax after break up? Do you think it helps you get better?

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I broke up with my boyfriend and don't feel good. I think I need a medication. Anyone tried xanax after break up?

xJeremyx · Accepted Answer

Please do not do that. Do not turn to drugs or unhealthy habits.

Whenever the emotions hit, go out for a walk or exercise. Treat yourself to your favourite food. Schedule more meetings with friends and family, people who will help you feel better.

Using drugs and other addictives is a form of suppression of feelings. Please do not do that. Acknowledge your feelings. And release them. Do not hold onto them. It it means melting into a puddle on the floor, or going to the bowling alley and throwing balls with all your might, do it. Then pick yourself up, dust yourself off and keep on chugging along. The key is to develop healthy coping mechanisms. Most importantly, surround yourself with a sturdy support structure. Talk with your friends and family more often. Tell them about what you are going through.

One thing I used to do when I was a conscript (I hated basic training) was to look forward to every small positive thing every day, and that was a way of reminding me that there is hope, that there are good things out there. Every meal, every slot of free time in my bunk, every weekend that I was allowed to leave camp. You can try doing this too. It can help you to move forward, bit by bit.

I would like to encourage you with this. Growth is painful. You learn something from this experience. You become stronger. You are not alone either. Most of humanity has faced this struggle too. You'll be ok. There is always an ending to every valley.

All the best mate. 💪💪💪

WhiteSteve · Accepted Answer

Miss, I wish I had more time to explain, but I can’t recommend against Xanax or any benzodiazepine strongly enough. Long story short, my girlfriend has been struggling from withdrawals (something that started with something called “tolerance withdrawal”, it’s from being prescribed more and more as you go. She never abused it recreationally, only took it “as prescribed”, which I put in quotes because there’s a documentary by the same name about people who have gone through it. Without going into a whole thing…. it’s a nightmare and my lady (and myself, in a sense) has had to live for like ten years now. Severe central nervous system damage, and she hasn’t even taken the meds for like five years. She’s still out of commission. Every year, I think it’s going to be the last year and we can get back to normal, but I keep having to flip the calendar and watch her continue to suffer. She’s at a point where it’s more bearable, but she can’t work, she can’t really leave the house (she went out to lunch with her family and grandfather a few months ago, and that was a huge step), it’s so hard to describe other than just telling you it’s a living nightmare, particularly for the affected person, but for their loved ones too. Stay far away from benzos. Obviously not everyone goes through it to her degree, or at all, but if you never believe me about anything else, please, please, PLEASE, with tears in my eyes, trust me on this one.

sage2021 · Accepted Answer

Please don't go for pills for your anxiety and emotional pain. You will get addicted to them and go in to horrible withdrawals if you try to stop using them.
You could try some of the herbal teas. They have such a wide variety to choose from now. You can even get them at your local grocery store. My son used to drink the Sleepytime tea. He had one called "Calm" which worked well. I think it was Starbucks that sold the Calm tea - but not positive.
Perhaps you could Google about what herbal teas are good for relaxation, anxiety, etc.
I hope you find some teas that help you. So sorry you have to endure love sickness. It really sucks.
The best to you.
Sage 🌹

BlueScorpio · Accepted Answer

You had a break up, it's normal to feel down afterwards. That doesn't mean you go running to drugs or booze to take the pain away, it won't work cause all you're doing is masking the pain while running away from it. Confront it, let yourself feel it, take as many days as you need to cry it out.. but don't turn to substance abuse. That can lead you down a darker path than a break up.

Guy13 · Answer

No as I stay away from all opium, heavy pain meds, and psychotropic drugs.

rosek · Answer

Pain, grief, loneliness, etc. are part of humanity. Without the existence of these negative emotions, you would not be able to appreciate the positive emotions. I know this sounds super "out there," but sometimes this thinking is necessary. I would recommend feeling your emotions in their purest state, without the addition of drugs or chemicals. I also think journaling, listening to soothing music, taking a walk in nature (and mentally taking note of the beauty in nature), or working out would help. I have been through breakups, I have been cheated on, I have spent weeks in the hospital due to physical ailments... so I am not just coming from 0 experience here. The strength you will gain from this pain will make the love you will one day feel all worth it.

Angelo75 · Answer

ouch.
Stay away from that.
That is how addiction starts. When you use pills/drugs/alcohol to deal with emotional pain.
I'm not talking down on you. I'm just saying... this is a dangerous path.
Just FORCE yourself to NOT use anything like pills/drugs/alcohol during painful emotional times.

Give your brains a chance to 'deal' with the situation. That will strengthen it, to deal better with painful situations in the future. (and more painful situation WILL come in life)

Surround urself these days with people that love you. Especially ones that can give you physical long hugs (longer than 30 secs) to release oxytocin. Talk to them... cry with them... even yell with them (not AT them but WITH them).

Hang in there girl. /hug

SwellStroke · Answer

I don't recommend Xanax for a break up no. Personal experience it won't help. All it is doing is putting a band aid on a cut. If you are able to legally. 420 products helped me greatly. If that is something you are into. If not there are other avenues that are available.

If you would like I even offer my ear no charge to talk off or what ever you need to show you there are ways to make it though.

I would like ya to me a favor.

Fist link is for the actual video released for the song

https://www.youtube.com/embed/RkUnlejMqjQ

The second will be w/ lyrics should you need.

https://www.youtube.com/embed/rkJ22zUiSG0

This song is one I recommend as a daily listen for everyone. As yeah life is messed up, but we will survive.

Mybeachlife8888 · Answer

Best way to get over a guy is to get under another. Just make sure you give it some time first. Be fair to the next guy and make sure you’ve accepted or at least understand that he wasn’t right for you. Whoever doesn’t want to make things work with you isn’t worth it anyway. People will give me shit for this and say I’m wrong, but I promise you that when you find a guy that’s worth sleeping with, you’ll soon get over your ex.

sheikalana · Answer

This is going to numb you for some time but is not going to help you in the long run. No one feels great after a break up it takes time to get over it. Consider talking to a therapist before taking any medication for anxiety/depression this type of medication tends to be addictive and has quite a few secondary effects that are not good for you.

777GgG · Answer

Xanax is for panic attacks and anxiety... It's not gonna fix a broken heart. I was suffering from panic attacks and was prescribed Xanax, it put me on my a$$. I literally slept through my birthday! Why would you want something like that?

Chazmatazz269 · Answer

There isn’t a single drug available anywhere in the world that actually cures or solves anything without creating more complications that require more cures and solutions.

MementoMori777 · Answer

Don't do drugs, they only open a hole else where, time is the natural remedy and you can use anything that distracts you and requires your focus... as a pain killer

DeeDeeDeVour · Answer

I never had to depend or rely on any substance to get over anyone or any situation.  I got busy using my head and my talents instead.  Anyone can overcome any adversity with natural positivity.

Price511 · Answer

As someone who used to drink a lot, I wouldn’t recommend on having a drug dependency to cope with issues.

melanieeeB · Answer

You shouldn't really on Zanny the Nanny for getting over a breakup. Stop the drugs and face your emotions, go out with friends, hang out with family

AmeerX · Answer

Don't use antidepressants. Let your normal feelings flow through your mind. Dependency on these is very hard to remove and in the process harm us.

Just talk to someone about it. You don't have to pretend to be strong to others.

U4ea0 · Answer

No. Xanax is habit forming and not something you want to take unless you must. Withdrawal can be as bad as opiates.

itsalyssaagain · Answer

I recommend the gym as a natural antidepressant. I tried antidepressants in the past and I couldn't orgasm anymore and for a while after I came off it. I don't think it's worth it lol.

OddBeMe · Answer

First step in any psych or med situation. What’s the problem? Just sad? You have a reason to be.

Anti depressants are for people without a reason to be sad. Xanax is a anti-anxiety pill. Are you having manic attacks?

Anonymous · Answer

Seriously? You broke up, it's not like he died in your arms. If you're this weak how do you survive in the world? Are you able to work or do your parents pay your bills.

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

I used to take Xanax, then I couldn't take it anymore because it caused me mood swings and racing thoughts.

OfDeath · Answer

No, but I know enough about the drug to tell you that it won't cure your breakup. You'll feel better by taking your mind off it with other activities and focusing on a healthier diet.

linka_pat307 · Answer

I hope you don't think medication will make you feel better, girl just get someone to share ur heart break issues and you will feel much better

WhiteBoyChill · Answer

I would not fck with that shit. Big pharma is crooked as hell and they care only about getting you addicted

AsaKyo · Answer

That's kinda dumb that you would take drugs just because it didn't work out with some dude

annabananna · Answer

No, I would get addicted. My sister gave me half an Ativan once and I liked it way too much.

MadKez · Answer

No it will get you addicted

CallmeTheKnight · Answer

Don't do drugs, especially after a break up

Pterodon · Answer

Fuck no. It’s addictive

KrakenAttackin · Answer

Good grief, grow up and cope.

unicornflowerpops · Answer

Yeah ruin your life

Anonymous · Answer

no haven't tried it

Jltakk · Answer

Drugs won't replace therapy and counseling.

Danny_dan92 · Answer

Don’t do it.

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