A member asked:

I'm on opioids & want off. i am very messed up psychologically from my husband leaving me and i'm depressed. dr put me on anti dep. not working. ?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Depression: I feel empathy for your life. I commend you for your desire to be off Opioids. Opioids have contributed to your Depression. See your Psychiatrist for diagnosis,to treat opioid Dependence, and Therapy to deal with your husband leaving and other stressors. Do Breathing Relaxation, Visual Imagery, Tai Chi, Yoga, Meditation Exercise Nature walks Feel wonders of Universe Attend NA Meetings

Answered 5/31/2015

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Dr. Alvin Lin answered

Go see doc again: Go see your prescribing doctor again. Tell him/her what you just noted above. You may need a higher dose of same antidepressant or different antidepressant. More importantly, you should get some kind of counseling & psychotherapy, perhaps Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. You should also get referral to Pain or Addiction doc re your opioid use.

Answered 5/31/2015

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