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Posted 5/26/2015 4:26 AM (GMT 0)
Hey guys, I have not been diagnosed by a doctor but I have had pretty bad anxiety since I was 12. I used to get panic attacks constantly until I was about 18, when I started being able to cope with them. I also am going to be seeking out a counselor because I am no longer able to manage my anxiety by myself. Anyway, lately I have been having this irrational fear of being a serial killer's victim. It sounds weird but at night I become extremely anxious and tense inside. I sweat and feel like I'm waiting for my own doom. I'm not expecting anyone to be able to necessarily help with this I just needed somewhere to let it out, since I do not have a counselor yet. Anyway, I am not on any medication for it, but suffering a good deal. I'm 26.

Over the years I learned to handle it with yoga, but lately I am so messed up I can't even do yoga. I am so tense and anxious over this one fear that I can't get a grip. It is frankly ruining my life right now, and I'm so irritated because it is not a rational fear. I can't handle it! Anyway sorry to sound crazy just needed to vent somewhere!! Don't think I'm insane guys :/
Posted 5/26/2015 9:42 AM (GMT 0)
Hi CS

Sorry to hear you are having this thought I can see why that would be worrying you I have had similar thoughts in the past all when my anxiety has been bad.

I would suggest you make an appointment with your doctor and let them know how you are feeling as a lot can be done to help with anxiety such as medication and talking therapy.

I am pleased to read you are looking for a counsellor as you will find that the most help and if you can find one who does CBT I feel this will help you manage your anxiety and thoughts better so they don't have such a big impact on your day to day living.

Hibee
Posted 5/26/2015 2:50 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks :) what is cbt?
Posted 5/26/2015 3:10 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Crissy!

I do not think it sounds weird at all what you are describing, most of us anxiety sufferers have irrational fears and obsessive thoughts, they me be different for each one of us, but it in the end it is all the same: A symptom of anxiety.

Keep posting here and feel free to share with us what you think other will not understand, chances are we will! You will get a lot of support here.

I agree with Hibee, therapy will probable help a lot too.

Hugs,

Rose

Posted 5/26/2015 3:15 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Crissy. I echo Hibee and Rose. CBT is cognitive behavioral therapy. Definitely talk with your doc.
Posted 5/26/2015 7:18 PM (GMT 0)
Hi C.S. and welcome to the A/P!

Until you can get into your therapy sessions, here it the link to our Resources. You will find much in the way of self help there...we have some great material to check out! The suggested coping skills will help to lower your overall anxiety levels.

For work specifically on your fear of being a victim, I would suggest going through the therapy worksheets...using these to diffuse the scary thoughts you are facing.

All the self-help coping skills are pretty effective when practiced regularly.

Keep posting with us for support as well!

Scaredy Cat
Posted 5/26/2015 10:55 PM (GMT 0)
thanks guys - i appreciate the responses :) yes I will look into the resources- I Also am seeing a therapist this friday- super happy :D
Posted 5/27/2015 4:13 PM (GMT 0)

Oh geez...I forgot to add the link! ;/ (I am good at that!)

Well, better late than never?  Sorry!

Here it is for easy access...

https://www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=9&m=104206

Post anytime with sharing, questions and for support...we are glad you've joined us!

S.C

Posted 5/27/2015 9:22 PM (GMT 0)
Haha thank you!! Yeah for sure. I am
Glad I joined too
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