Hello everyone

Hi, my name is Jason and I'm a 17 year old male. Just recently I have developed extremely bad anxiety and panic attacks. It runs in my dads family so I know that's why I have it. I now cannot stop thinking about it and I'm always feeling like there's something wrong with and I cannot accept the fact that it is anxiety no matter how many people tell me it is. I am tired, but very athletic, i feel like I don't want to do anything social because I'm scared something will happen to me. I have headaches, neck pain, dizziness, and I'm really scared that I'm going to feel like this forever. I fear that when I sleep I won't wake up (I sleep fine). I just want some input from people on this forum.
Thanks, Jason

Jason23

Welcome to HealingWell. We are glad to have you onboard. Anxiety is not a fun thing to deal with but please know you will get better.

You mentioned your Father's family, perhaps you could start talking with your Father re you anxiety and ask him to help you sort your feelings and needs out with you.

I would start with a medical screening exam with your Dr. to confirm the diagnosis. Talking your feelings through with close friends and family is frequently helpful and coming here was a brave step.

Again Welcome to the forum, keep posting and we hope to get to know you better.