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Posted 10/27/2014 4:47 PM (GMT 0)
Hello Friends,

I have generalized anxiety, depression, and also OCD... a nice triple combo. Ugh. They all work well together to keep me in a constant state of worry over health problems (my worst), career and family issues. I am absolutely a hypochondriac but being cognizant of that fact doesn't do much to help me as I still worry. Every day I have a new health panic... always scary... and I always am afraid that it is going to be serious. Lately it has become my yawning. I have always kind of been a yawner and never really worried about that. I do have odd sleeping hours... sometimes I am up till 5AM and sleep in till Noon, so maybe that is contributing to the yawning? Anyone know? But I started reading up on the yawning and found some anxiety sites that listed yawning as a possible symptom of generalized anxiety, but THEN I also read that yawning can be a symptom of several horrible diseases and started to panic a little. Thanks to everyone here for their support of each other, and I would like to hear from any of you reading... Does your anxiety cause excessive yawning or "noticing your breathing" like mine does... Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.
Posted 10/27/2014 5:11 PM (GMT 0)
Yes, my anxiety causes excessive yawning. Also I've read that people with OCD often focus on their bodies automatic responses and start consciously breathing. I've done this too lately just as a side effect of my anxiety as well though.

If you're on medication excessive yawning can be a side effect of that too. I have never known yawning to be a symptom of diseases (don't tell me about them! Lol) but it would probably be secondary to more severe symptoms anyway.

Overall you're probably just tired too :) I feel you there!
Posted 10/27/2014 5:15 PM (GMT 0)
Excessive yawner here too! Totally anxiety related. Sometimes I flip out of I can't get my yawn and I start to hyperventilate. Sucks, but it's totally anxiety.
Posted 10/27/2014 5:26 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

Good to meet you and welcome to the anxiety/panic forum. Yes yawning is a symptom of GAD as I know because I also suffer with excessive yawning and have GAD it can also be a side effect of medication. I also suffer with really bad health anxiety so can relate on that one as well what I would say is to try and stay away from Dr Google as it will only make your anxiety a lot worse if things are still worrying you I would go and see your doctor.

Hibee
Posted 10/27/2014 5:57 PM (GMT 0)
Yep. Avid yawner here. I yawn several times an hour. And like park, tend to start hyperventilating if I don't get a "full" yawn. I am a terrible breather. I often take shallow breaths and I don't even know Im doing it. I also sigh a lot.
Posted 10/27/2014 8:26 PM (GMT 0)
Hello and welcome!

As you can see, you are not alone! I know that you found the other post on this subject as well...so hopefully between these two threads, you have found some assurance that this is indeed anxiety related.

Thank you for starting your own post, and sharing about yourself and your challenges. We do understand and care...and it makes it easier for us to help and support when we know a little about you.:)

Here are some great links for help with health anxiety. You will hopefully find reading through these and doing the suggested exerciese helpful.

Health Anxiety - A Self Help Guide:

 

http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hypochondria/pages/introduction.aspx

Helping health Anxiety

 

http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/infopax.cfm?Info_id=53

Health Anxiety- The Super Scanner

 

http://www.get.gg/docs/SuperScanner.pdf



For more great self-help ideas, see our full Resource Guide, main page,1st post.:)

Keep talking with us if you find it helpful!

Scaredy Cat

Posted 1/16/2015 7:14 AM (GMT 0)
Hello Everyone,

I am sorry for my late reply but my anxiety got worse since I posted and I have been struggling to even get through the days. Thank you all so much for the kind input and for sharing your experiences. I greatly appreciate it so very very much. You are wonderful people for sharing.
Posted 1/16/2015 7:18 AM (GMT 0)
Good evening, Beach!

I'm very sorry to hear that you've been having some troubles. Just know that you're not alone. I only recently began posting here as my anxiety is brand spankin' new but sharing my experiences with anxiety on here and getting reassurance and advice has made me feel much better. I would recommend you keep up to date with us as it might help.

We're all here for you and we know exactly what you're going through!
Posted 1/16/2015 9:36 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Worried Canadian,

Thank you for your words. I am sorry that you are suffering as well. Yes, talking to others helps. My anxiety has lately been through the roof with feeling like I can't get enough breath, tingling, chest tightness/discomfort, hot flashes, and constant worry all day and night…so I hope that we both find some relief. God bless you and all of those who suffer.
Posted 1/16/2015 9:38 AM (GMT 0)
Scaredy Cat,

Thank you so much for those wonderful links. I was out of touch for a while as my anxiety/depression has been so awful, but I am back here and reading… and those links you posted are truly awesome. Thanks so much!!!!
Posted 1/16/2015 11:43 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Beach

Sorry to hear your anxiety/depression has be bad but pleased to hear you have checked out the resources SC has given you you will find them useful. I hope that you start to feel a bit better soon keep us posted we are here for you if you need us.

Hibee
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