Kate,
I sure know exactly how you are feeling. And I do believe it is extremely important that you see your doctor.
I felt that same way. I never wanted to get out of bed. I even thought about smoking as well. I knew I didn't truely want to smoke deep down inside, but I was frusterated by not snapping out of it. I was filled with sadness, and cried most of the time. I tried to stop it, but I couldn't. I felt darkness all around me. I couldn't see the light, no matter how hard I tried. All that trying only made me fall deeper in depression. I just wanted everyone to leave me alone. I wanted to go away. I wanted to just be alone, all of the time. Sound familiar????
I saw my doctor, and she put me on Welbutrin. I am feeling so much better now. I really urge you to see your doctor.
And please do not think that this is something that you can just make go away. I tried that. It doesn't work. It does get worse. Take care of yourself and see your doctor. Make sure you tell them you quit smoking, and let them know how bad you are feeling right now. I did, and told her that I joined a support group, and found out that depression can be part of the quit process. She agreed, and since I was crying my eyes out, and could not stop, she gave me 3 weeks of free samples of this med. I go back on Tuesday, and I am sure they will keep me on it for a little while longer.
Blue skies and happiness are waiting for you!! Take care of yourself, and please, stay close here. Post anytime you need. And remember, there are plenty of us here who have and are where you are now. Never feel alone!!!
((((( HUGS )))))
4my2girls
[B]My Milage:[/B]
[B]My Quit Date: [/B] 3/5/2006
[B]Smoke-Free Days:[/B] 222
[B]Cigarettes Not Smoked:[/B] 6,673
[B]Amount Saved:[/B] $725.94
[B]Life Gained:[/B]
[B]Days:[/B] 17 [B]Hrs:[/B] 21 [B]Mins:[/B] 34 [B]Seconds:[/B] 17