In order to give your brain it’s best chance of working correctly I believe it makes sense to avoid substances that cause a net negative toward that goal.
Smoking and Alcohol:
I won’t get really long winded on this subject, but I will share some thoughts for you to consider. In order to give your brain, it’s best chance of working correctly I believe it makes sense to avoid substances that cause a net negative toward that goal. Makes sense right? Alcohol is a solvent. Introducing any measurable amount into your already compromised brain isn’t going to get you where you want to be. The delicate synapsis and chemicals in your brain don’t do well in that environment. Alcohol and anti-depressants don’t play well together either. If you feel it may be too much to both deal with your depression and stop consuming alcohol, please share that with your doctor and get the help you need.
Smoking is the same story. The ingestion of toxic chemicals is not going to get you where you want to be. I’ve spent much of the time that I’ve been unemployed caring for my father who smoked many years. He suffered a heart attack and stroke 25 years ago, and he’s been disabled ever since. He weighs under 80 lbs. and can’t walk across the room without being so short of breath he nearly passes out. Both are symptoms of his C.O.P.D. (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) caused by those years of smoking. I’m not playing here. Just stop.
There seems to be a connection between smoking and depression symptoms. Quitting can be very hard for some, but I promise you won’t regret it. And it could decrease many symptoms of your depression.
Living a lifestyle that supports your mental health make sense. Do it. We’re going to beat this.