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Posted 5/6/2014 11:48 PM (GMT 0)
Hello all. It's been a bad day. It's been a bad year. My husband lost his job and now i am pretty sure that he may have depression. Which is a problem because i have severe anxiety with agoraphobia and being out in public is a very very difficult for me but he can't work right now so i have to. I brought a small amount of groceries today which basically emptied my bank account. In the last twenty minutes, i have had three major attacks and i can't seem to come down. At the moment i do not take any meds but i am seriously taking some of the fast acting stuff that the doc gave me but it freaks me out even thinking about taking anything. i dont currently have insurance so i can't talk to a doctor. I feel like i am losing my mind but i have to hold it all together because my kids need me. I have to go work when the very thought of going out scares me.
any one have any advice on how to deal with this enough that i can function because at the moment all i want to do is hide.
Thank you for listening.
Krystal
Posted 5/7/2014 1:22 AM (GMT 0)
Krystal,
My man lost his job last July..so I truly know what you are going through..I haven't mentioned it until now, because it stresses me out even more. I have health anxiety, and panic attacks. I take xanax as needed. The bad part is I have to go to work, even when I don't feel good. I have to support my 12 year old, and us. I wouldn't be able to get through some of it, if I didn't have my xanax. I don't have any good answers for you though, just know your not alone. Not only do I go to school, and take care of everything, I am the only one bringing in the money. I keep myself going because I remind myself that I have to take care of my daughter. I would recommend taking what the doctor gave you, because with having anxiety already, and the added stress you need something to help you through. Good luck to you.
Posted 5/7/2014 1:25 AM (GMT 0)
Krystal have you looked at the resources page here, it's mostly
self help and they have given hundreds of our people relief.
There will be more people on later to help you, don't be afraid
all this bad stuff while uncomfortable will not harm you and you
and your Family will get past this difficult time. Peace

Larry ***
Posted 5/7/2014 4:20 AM (GMT 0)
S.K.,

I am sorry to hear this news.:( You guys have had your share of challenges this year!

I know that with change can bring uncertainty. I would encourage you to do all that you need to do at this time to manage your anxiety to the best of your ability.

Whether that means re-considering your meds, or using your self-help skills...or doing both...you will want to increase your coping mechanisms as your changes increase.

We will be here to support you during this time. Try to keep in mind that these rough patches are temporary, and that you have the ability to get through this.

Talk to you soon,

S.C.
Posted 5/7/2014 12:28 PM (GMT 0)
keep strong. sending healing thoughts your way.
Posted 5/7/2014 1:52 PM (GMT 0)
Sandkitten,

I am sorry to hear of your tough position and all you have endured this past year. Please know I understand "tough times". Sharing your issues here in the forum is a great way to connect with others who understand.

We have some helpful links at the top of this board that act as very useful self-help tools. Check them out if you get a chance. Also, breathing exercises and meditation can do a lot to help you through the more anxious periods. Sometimes you've just got to play around and see what works for you, what helps to disengage your brain and keep you focused on other things.  

I hope you'll continue posting with us! Read through some of the other posts here and perhaps you'll find that we're all kindred spirits in this way, and you might pick up some quality advice throughout.

Kindly,

Kitt

 

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