I am always going to die...

Obviously I am going to eventually die... But I am only 16... Every morning I wake up and already convinced that I am going to die today. My anxiety is taking over my life again. I have not been able to go in to school for the past 3 days. I have exams coming up and that's scary. I can't relax...

An assertive outreach team is giving me a home visit on Wednesday... Hopefully all positive! My mum has been talking about a short admission. I have been in hospital 4 times before but not for anxiety... For general mental illnesses and anorexia nervosa.

Does anyone have any advice? I just feel like I am going to have a break down and a constant fear of doom overhanging me... Please no negative comments.

Thank you :)

P.s I have chronic dizziness atm :( so scary...

Hi.

I'm sorry you are struggling. Sean is right that this will get better, you'll probably need some help, but you can do it!!

I am 35 now, and my anxiety started when I was very young too. I was severely depressed and had lots of anxiety but didn't get help until age 16. It's good you are getting help now. Best thing you can do for yourself. I am still on meds for anxiety and depression, and still go to therapy, but I must say that things are so much better than they used to be, my mental illness is under control.

As for the dizziness, have you tried doing some breathing exercises? Or sometimes it's good to distract yourself if you are too focused on your physical sensations (breathing, heartbeat, etc). And be sure to drink enough water and eat enough.

Be good to you!!

Owned by anxiety,

I can only imagine how rough it feels for you at this time.  My anxiety did not blossom into full bloom until I was well into my adult years.

I think having your Mum as your advocate is very special as well as knowing the assertive outreach team will be making a visit to you.

Believe that with help you will get better and know that everyone here understands what it feels like to have anxiety.  We are here for you so keep on talking to us.

Kindly,

Kitt

Hi xogemxo and welcome.

I am sorry to hear of your anxiety and fears regarding dying. I know how awful that feels.

We are glad however that you have found our community and invite you to start your own thread of introduction, so that more people can welcome you.;)

Check out our Resources as well for great information and self-help ideas.

Talk to you soon,

Scaredy Cat

My therapist recommended a really good book called the Anxiety and Phobia workbook. As soon as I started reading it and practicing some of the techniques if felt somewhat better. I highly recommend it, you can probably get it on amazon.com.