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Chronic Brain Fog From Binge Drinking?

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Forrestnolan911
Forrestnolan911

After a binge drinking episode a year and a half ago, my brain has had this chronic brain fog where I can’t think like I used to. Just feel dumber. I’ve tried everything to remedy this. I’ve given up on finding the cause but I can’t even reduce the symptoms in any way. I don’t drink anymore and have been tested for every disease in the book from Lyme to getting an MRI. This has made me suicidal. I don’t want to live the rest of my life like this. Has anyone been through something similar with some helpful tips?

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  • patient_mod2
    patient_mod2 Forrestnolan911

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    Hi Forrestnolan911

    We note from a recent post which you have made to our forum that you may be experiencing thoughts around self-harm. If we have misinterpreted your comments then we apologise for contacting you directly. But if you are having such thoughts then please note that you are not alone in this, and there are people out there that can help.

    If you are having these suicidal thoughts then we strongly recommend you speak to someone who may be able to help. The organisations below can help you explore your options, understand your problems better, or just be there to listen. If you are having such thoughts then please do reach out to one of these organisations who will understand what you're going through and will be able to help.

    There are several helplines in the US which can help you.

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  • sue73
    sue73 Forrestnolan911

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    One episode of binge drinking cannot cause your symptoms, but depression certainly could. Have you thought about how what caused you to drink too much, or the resulting guilt, could have thrown you drastically off-course? If you haven't yet sought psychotherapy or counselling I would strongly recommend you do that now. At the very least it will help you with your suicidal thoughts, and give you some idea why this has happened to you.

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