We call it self medicating...it is dangerous in many more ways than lethal. When you self medicate people make poor choices; driving under the influence, being around unsafe people and yes...it can be lethal. How about a nice endorphin high. It feels quite good and it is good for you. I think exercise is highly under rated. Meditation is quite effective but it does take some practice quieting the mind. But again I agree to get your meds checked out. The right meds won't make you escape but they will make it easier to work through the stuff you are trying to take a little break from. See once the alcohol wears off, all those issues will still be there and then you will have to take yet another little break and so on.