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Posted 9/13/2012 10:44 PM (GMT 0)
So, it has been a whole year and a half since the beginning of my anxiety symptoms. I have been panic attack free for quite some time now and am very grateful for that. I am currently on 20mg of prozac daily and have been for the entire year and a half. I saw some marked improvements in my everyday life. I also received some CBT up until October of last year and have been fine without it ever since. I am currently a senior in college and I just applied to medical school for the fall of 2013. I guess this is mainly stressing me out. I am not sure where I am going to end up next year and I am always thinking about medical school. It has always been my dream, and I know it is the right path. The waiting for an interview and acceptance is killing me to say the least. I have also recently became homesick for some reason. But, I was fine with my anxiety symptoms until two days ago and it seems to linger with me later in the day. I am not sure why I am having anxious feelings and could really use some support. I feel very overwhelmed at the moment. I have also gained a lot of weight since last year possibly due to my medication which upsets me. I just don't want this current anxiety to last. I was doing so well and then it decides to hit me all of the sudden. Not sure what to do and I'm trying not to get discouraged. Sorry for the long post everyone.
Posted 9/14/2012 12:54 AM (GMT 0)
Futuredoc-

That is so terrific that you are looking towards medical school!! You should really be proud of yourself!!

I can only speak from personal experience- having had anxiety on and off for the last 15 years. Initially, when the panic attacks started, I was put on Zoloft and within weeks felt like my old self again. With medication, I have been able to keep the panic/anxiety out of my life, except when I experience "situational" anxiety. Anytime I am hit with a large amount of stress, the anxiety seems to reappear. Sounds like what you are experiencing right now, with waiting to hear from medical school. I can also tell you that once the anxiety hits me hard, each day it does get a little better. At first I am frustrated that the anxiety has returned, but then I get the courage/motivation to put one foot in front of the other and deal with the stress. The best thing for me is to keep busy, so that my mind is occupied. Remember that you have accomplished a tremendous amount thus far and follow your dream!!!
Posted 9/14/2012 2:50 AM (GMT 0)
Hey futuredoc, very impressive that you have been able to work through the anxiety and do the kind of rigorous academic work that is a part of the pre-med curriculum. Give yourself some credit. Most people can't do that sort of thing even without the "distraction" of anxiety.
Posted 9/14/2012 4:07 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks so much everyone! It is so nice to hear such kind words and encouragement. I want to become a child psychiatrist...fingers crossed! I have such a passion for the field. It is just frustrating to have my anxiety start up suddenly. I am so glad that I found this support group with such amazing people. Thanks for the support! I truly appreciate everything!
Posted 9/14/2012 4:10 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome back!

Ups and down times are to be expected and as the others said...it happens to all of us.

It is great though that you can pinpoint where the stress is coming from, so that you can better deal with it.:)

Keep posting with us if you find it helpful...we understand and are here to listen and support!

S.C.
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