A little guidance please, it's all so new to me

God'sJay16

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Joined : Nov 2011

Posts : 1

Posted 11/16/2011 4:02 PM (GMT 0)

This is all so new to me. I'm 16 and I just found out I'm suffering from anxiety and every time i think about it my heart starts racing and my muscles get all tense. Sleep is really hard to get by because when i try to i feel everything twitching and then eventually my entire body begins to shake. I was prescribed Apo Alpraz and the first time i took it i was worried because i didn't fall asleep right away. Last night i finally got some sleep and i got up this morning feeling rested yes but still a bit twitchy.Any advice on how to relax and calm down. I hate this feeling

Scaredy Cat

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Joined : Sep 2006

Posts : 28868

Posted 11/16/2011 5:03 PM (GMT 0)

Hi and welcome! I am sorry that you are dealing with anxiety and sleep problems right now. I know how that feels. Anxiety is hard enough, but then to have your sleep comprimised is just adding to the problem:(

Are you looking into any therapy to help you to deal with the anxiety? I can certainly recommend it, especially if the anxiety is disrupting your life to the point of not being able to do all that you want and need to do. You will learn techniques and tools to help you to deal with the disorder and it's symptoms. You may want to ask your parents about making an appointment with your dr., and getting a referral to a therapist who offers CBT. (a great therapy in treating anxiety/panic)

In the meantime, we have a great Anxiety Resource Guide on our main page. (3rd post down) It is full of self-help techniques such as breathing and relaxations exercises. Check out the links and give them a try for awhile and see if you have improvement:)

Keep posting here with us as well. This is a great place for questions, sharing and support!

Take care, and hope you can get some good rest soon.

Scaredy Cat

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