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Posted 3/15/2014 6:40 AM (GMT 0)
Hi, I feel strange doing this...I am usually a relaxed cruisey person which I have been all my life. However recently my doctor after lots of blood tests and with my symptons diagnosed me with anxiety. I feel like I probably have a mild case ,took meds for four days then felt much better so haven't taken anything for a week or so. I seem to be fine during the day and even when I go to bed but as soon as I dint down for my dinner I have that over wheeling feeling, my head goes 'tense' and I feel 'odd' it's just horrible! I feel so out of control which is hard as I have always been in control! I have 4 young children so have to keep on moving which I guess is good...I just hate this! Feeling a bit hopeless confused
Posted 3/15/2014 7:09 AM (GMT 0)
dear sazza, hi there, and welcome to this site! i am fairly new here too, and have found lots of comfort, encouragement, friendship and wonderful advice here, from people who have been through it all themselves, and are non judgemental and good listeners. they will not hesitate to give their opinions, but always stress that they are not medical doctors, and that we should always communicate well with our health professionals. having 4 young hildren i enough to make anyone anxious, and i agree that keeping moving is a good thingg, most of the time. being able to relax is just as important. at the start of this site there is a list of resources, that includes breathin and relaxation exercises. these have been invaluable to me, but you have to practice them enery day, even if you think they aren t working, because eventually they will. be easy on yourself and just keep persevering. you need not feel hopeless. i have felt this way many times, and i do know how you feel. my anxiety has been described by my doctor as severe, and i am currently using diazepam, which helps a lot of the time. i have written many calming bible scriptures into a small notepad that i carry with me to read, as i pray, when i feel anxiety coming on. i hope and pray you will find the right treatment for you, and i know that many caring and knowledgeable people are going to answer you now, blessings to you and yours
Posted 3/15/2014 7:51 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you so much for your reply, sometimes it feels quite lonely as you can't expect people who don't experience this to necessarily understand! Will try your relaxation techniques,am considering yoga as well:) thanks again
Posted 3/15/2014 2:34 PM (GMT 0)
Hi Shazza and welcome!

I am sorry to hear that you are currently struggling with these feelings. The good news however, is that you are taking the right steps to feel better.

Seening your doctor is a great first step, as is exploring yoga...and of course joining us for support! :)

As M.M. mentioned, coping skills and stress relief exercises are a very helpful part of anxiety management! here are the sites that she was referring to.Self Help sites with breathing/relaxation exercises instructions

Panic attack relief exercises:

 

http://www.healthcentral.com/anxiety/c/73076/34334/breathing-lessons/

http://www.healthyplace.com/

http://www.stress-relief-exercises.com/

http://www.ehow.com/video_4405003_breathing-exercises-panic-attacks.html

http://www.psybersquare.com/anxiety/panic_relax_I



One question I have is about your taking your medication for 4 days and stopping. Can you tell us what med you were prescribed? Most A/D meds are meant to be taked daily on an ongoing basis. They work by keeping a steady level in the body, so you would not want to abruptly quit after a short time...even if you started to feel better.

The expception is a type of med called a Benzodiazepine. These can be taken on an as needed basis...but are not as commonly prescribed as A/D's...so I am curious, and want to make sure that you were instructed properly of how to take your medication.

Therapy is also an effective treatment option that you can always consider. I know that with 4 kids at home, carving out the time would be a challenge (I did so with 2 kids, and working part time) but it is so beneficial and worth it, if you find that you are in need of more help for the anxiety.

Keep talking with us for understanding and support as well. It is part of the healing process to have others understand and cheer you on. We are here to listen anytime!

Talk to you soon,

Scaredy Cat

Posted 3/15/2014 3:54 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome to the Anxiety/Panic   forum. This   forum is for questions, discussions and support relating to anxiety and panic issues and includes symptoms, causes, complications,   diagnosis, medical treatments, as well as   psychotherapy and self- help information . I am glad you found our site and please know that you will find great support from the many members here that know what your going through and  willingly  support you. I am sorry to hear about your recent diagnosis of anxiety. Is there a known trigger that you can identify? Or is i just seemingly random? Sometimes it just comes out of nowhere, but if you can identify your stressors, that helps in taking steps to find ways of lowering the outside factors at least. What have you done or what are you doing currently for relief? Therapy and/or medication are two main ways of treating and managing anxiety. You mentioned medication and I would have the same question as SC, if you do not mind sharing, what medication did your Dr. order? There are many things we experience that create shifts of perceived reality. I say perceived because our mind can't deal with all the input it gets from our senses. When our minds go into overload the anxiety starts to spiral out of control. This is what it feels like to live with anxiety.   I hope you continue to talk with us and we will do our best to help you with your anxiety issues. I will close with this:   “The strongest oak of the forest is not the one that is protected from the storm and hidden from the sun. It’s the one that stands in the open where it is compelled to struggle for its existence against the winds and rains and the scorching sun.” -Napoleon Hill      
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