Hello and welcome to HealingWell. I am Kitt. Have you tried any alternative treatments b/4 deciding to take meds?
Evidence shows that cognitive behavior therapy in particular can help improve symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder. Cognitive behavior therapy helps you identify unhealthy, negative beliefs and behaviors and replace them with healthy, positive ones. It's based on the idea that your own thoughts — not other people or situations — determine how you behave. Even if an unwanted situation doesn't change, you can change the way you think and behave in a positive way. Generally a short-term treatment, cognitive behavior therapy emphasizes learning to develop a sense of mastery and control over your thoughts and feelings.
Treatment for generalized anxiety disorder or any mental illness is tailored to each person. No single treatment regimen works for everyone. Most treatment occurs on an outpatient basis.
Please talk with your physician re alternative treatment but do keep you mind open to using meds if you need them.
Again a warm welcome to you and know we all understand where your coming from and what your going through.
Kitt