Some of that does sound familiar, though nothing as extreme as what you describe. I can't even imagine how that was for you. I'm glad things worked out for you.
TheCassidy,
Thanks for the support. I don't believe anyone on the forums lives nearby. Believe me, if it comes down to it, I will get help, but for now I really think taking the week off is going to be a big help.
skyjedi2005,
Zantac is pretty much the same as Nexium, which is used to control acid reflux. If that is it, I've got it covered.
In addition to the alcohol, I don't drink coffee. I generally don't drink soda either (once per week or less).
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I did some research on depression (in particular, clinical depression), as I said I would. Wikipedia seemed to have a pretty good source for the average person to understand. I did see a number of my symptoms on the page's list, but I do not think I fit the biggest qualification...depressed mood/anhedonia.
There is a section on treatment, and it lists exercise and meditation as being helpful. Meditation was going to something I did anyways. Exercise I hadn't thought about, though it makes sense as a stress relief method as well.