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Posted 9/28/2014 11:45 PM (GMT 0)
Okay, so along with the horrible anxiety I have been experiencing for about a month or so, is another weird thing that just started occurring. Since Friday night, I have been feeling extremely fatigued, almost to the point where I can't hold my eyes open. My whole body feels limp and all of my energy is drained.. Also, I feel like my body almost isn't real.. like my thoughts aren't connected to me. Weird huh? i think I'm absolutely losing my mind! Oh yeah, and I should also mention that I am getting these awful headaches and my vision is like lagging, if that makes sense.. Its kind of blurry and I just feel completely weird all the way around. Ugh, can anyone else relate? Or, am I just a crazy person that belongs in a mental hospital?
Posted 9/29/2014 12:01 AM (GMT 0)
Hi, Kel!
I'm so sorry that you are going through this! I know the feeling!
You are NOT a crazy person! But b/c of the continuous stress and tension due to the anxiety, you are likely physically worn down!
Also, you may be having episodes of depersonalization. I've dealt with similar feelings and believe me, you are not crazy or going crazy. I hope however that you are getting professional help to deal with your extreme persistent anxiety! Please do not suffer needlessly!
Welcome to HW! Keep coming!
janet
PS-Here's an article on Depersonalization:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depersonalization_disorder
Posted 9/29/2014 12:14 AM (GMT 0)
Depersonalization..... You are not alone. A lot of us who have GAD experience this. Read up on it and get educated. Knowledge is power!
Posted 9/29/2014 2:55 AM (GMT 0)
KL,

I posted links on DP/DR on your other thread...so be sure and read those...they include self-help suggestions!

As far as the fatigue...yes, anxiety takes a toll on us physically and mentally!!

Our body's defense is naturally going to be to get restorative rest after dealing with such a drain on our systems!

Listen to your body and get the rest you need.;)

S.C.
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