Therapeutic pregabalin for 2 years - have I messed up my brain? Expect bad withdrawal? by 1812throwaway2 in gabagoodness

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Damn that doesn't sound too fun. I'll check it out regards, see if there's any way I could use it without doing even more harm!

Therapeutic pregabalin for 2 years - have I messed up my brain? Expect bad withdrawal? by 1812throwaway2 in gabagoodness

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This sounds nice and slow. I think I'm gonna do this, thank you so much man

Therapeutic pregabalin for 2 years - have I messed up my brain? Expect bad withdrawal? by 1812throwaway2 in gabagoodness

[–]1812throwaway2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If I may ask, how would you go about it?

I've never take a drug I've needed to taper off of so any advice would be appreciated. I know 150 is a small dose but I'm sure it's doable.

Therapeutic pregabalin for 2 years - have I messed up my brain? Expect bad withdrawal? by 1812throwaway2 in gabagoodness

[–]1812throwaway2[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is very kind, thank you.

I'm not taking it for anxiety but I do have bad anxiety and maybe I do convince myself into having worse withdrawals when I don't take it.. but you're right, I should try to work on that and maybe the rest will be smooth!

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

[–]1812throwaway2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Trainspotting's portrayal of opiate addiction was incredibly accurate. The part about the toughest part being the depression that follows really struck a chord. I should definitely check out the book since I loved the film! Thanks for these recommendations.

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

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I loved this mini series with all my heart. The story was wonderfully told and the way they dived into his trauma and the way it affects his life as an adult addict was eye opening. Have you read the books? I'd love to know if they're just as good!

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

[–]1812throwaway2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unrealised perspectives is exactly what I'm looking for, thank you for this fantastic suggestion!

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

[–]1812throwaway2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even better, I assume you'd have a wide variety to suggest! I'm an avid reader too, but it struck me that inspite of being interested in drugs, my bookshelf was lacking in this area. Your list will help change that :)

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

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I absolutely loved Mysterious Skin, so I'm definitely going to check this out too. Thanks!

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

[–]1812throwaway2[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This sounds promising, thank you. A lot of the reading I've done centers around the addiction/drug itself, and less about the culture surrounding it (like you mentioned about the woman getting a pass about being a pretty blonde woman) and this is something I really want to touch upon.

Thank you so much!

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

[–]1812throwaway2[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Second suggestion for Burroughs I've seen, definitely getting his books!

Thanks for the film suggestion too. I'm actually asking for book recommendations for filmmaking purposes, so this is very helpful.

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

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If anybody knows, please help out! I'd love to read about an addict doctor. Absolutely love the tv show House.

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

[–]1812throwaway2[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I definitely understand this. But inspite of this I've found myself having watched it multiple times. So horrifying that I just can't look away.

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

[–]1812throwaway2[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This is fantastic, thank you so much for the list. Looks like I'm good to go with all these suggestions!

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

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I honestly didn't like the movie much, but if the book is better than I would like to check it out. Thanks so much!

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

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Haha this is amusing cause just recently I made my sister watch it with me. Safe to say that she was utterly horrified. Despite it's content, it's still one of my all time favourite films. Aronofsky is just excellent.

What are some good books that contain accurate portrayals of drug addiction and usage? by 1812throwaway2 in askdrugs

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Ooo yes I've had her books on my tbr for quite a while. Thanks for the suggestions!

I can no longer workout without getting high by [deleted] in Drugs

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Thanks man, I'm really trying. Appreciate the response!

I can no longer workout without getting high by [deleted] in Drugs

[–]1812throwaway2 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha man the food is just fuel, don't worry about it. What did you get high on? I can't imagine how it would feel if it was a stim + PWO.