v. To alleviate one's self of physical or mental pain through alternative forms such as recreational drugs or alcohol
Tom: Your back is pretty bad man, go see a doctor.
Jim: Nah brah, I'll just self-medicate with a 5th of vodka
Jim: Nah brah, I'll just self-medicate with a 5th of vodka
by Chris24O April 9, 2010
The act of taking illegal drugs or alcohol in attempt to alleviate anxiety, stress, or certain mental disorders (ie. schizophrenia & bipolar).
I'll tell you what, this job has me so stressed out that I am going home to self medicate with some hard booze.
by Almighty_AL April 20, 2005
Melanie Griffith isn’t that hot. I mean I wouldn’t kick her out of bed, but I’m not going to self medicate to her.
by NTank06 January 4, 2018