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Posted 11/24/2015 1:01 AM (GMT 0)
I really need help right now...for the first time in five years I feel this way. When I was first diagnosed with a mild depression and anxiety five years ago...I was living with fear, sadness and anxiety attacks...I took medication and I was fine...until now...as soon as I got off from work I started feeling sadness, I started talking to a friend and shared my feelings...and he tells me...be careful with what you thinks is dangerous....my anxiety went up the roof...I mean I got home, I started crying thinking I can't want take care of my daughter anymore because I might hurt her...even though I love her with all my heart...my mom made me feel a little better but...what is going on?? Is my depression back or just my anxiety ??? Has anybody have these feelings of fear where you think you can't go on because you might never recover??
Posted 11/24/2015 1:29 AM (GMT 0)
Hey Cln,

I know how you feel and im currently in the same boat as you. Im trying my best to let go of guilt and forgive myself but its a battle i deal with everyday. I hope you know that even though right now we may feel hopeless we dont know how we'll feel tomorrow or a week from now. Hold fast through this as it seems like your riding through the storm of anxiety and irrational thinking. Just remember that the fact you already know in your heart that wouldnt hurt your daughter means that you wont do it. Your mind is just playing tricks on you, let your brain play the tricks and just acknowledge that they are there. Everyone has crazy thoughts but never acts upon them because they are just "thoughts." I hope you feel better and just know im right there with you.
Posted 11/24/2015 2:59 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you so much ...yes I have been through it and I have been ok...I still have an appointment with my dr tomorrow..but I know everything was triggered by all of this stress I've had lately
Posted 11/24/2015 3:35 AM (GMT 0)
Cln,

Try not to let something someone said in passing become a stumbling block for you...

You are perfectly capable of taking care of your daughter...as well as overcoming this current challenge.

You are in a rough spot...but you are going to move forward and beyond this place soon.

Did you get a chance to work on those Therapy Worksheets? Keep trying them everyday...it may take a bit of time and effort...but they will start to help.:)

You are going to be okay. Keep working for your recovery...it is going to happen!

With encouragement,

S.C.
Posted 11/24/2015 5:06 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you scaredy and yes you are right, I was fine after a while and when I realize my mind is playing tricks on me. I will keep you all posted ...
Posted 11/24/2015 9:20 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Cin

How are you feeling today? Better I hope.

You are a great parent use your coping skills and know that we are all here to listen and support you.

Hibee
Posted 11/24/2015 3:07 PM (GMT 0)
Good morning..,I didn't sleep good but because my daughter got sick and then I had a bad dream...I'm still anxious more than sad..thoughts that I might be very sick or go insane still hunt ...
Posted 11/24/2015 4:02 PM (GMT 0)
Good morning CLN - I'm sorry to hear that your daughter got sick plus a bad dream on top of it. Definitely doesn't help the anxiety. You are not going insane. Like mentioned before your mind is playing a dirty trick on you. You're stronger than your anxiety, even when it doesn't feel like it! I hope you start feeling better!
Posted 11/24/2015 4:12 PM (GMT 0)
Yes...thank you I think it's also about going today to a new dr...I'm anxious that he might diagnose something bad ...I don't know ...but I'm at work and focusing...thank you for all of your support...you know what feels the best? Is that all of us understand each other...yesterday a friend of mine really hurted me with his comments but then I also understand he doesn't understand anxiety disorders
Posted 11/24/2015 4:53 PM (GMT 0)
I'm so thankful for this board for that very reason. Most people just do not get it and people make insensitive remarks about it. Then people wonder why it doesn't get talked about like it should...

I get extra antsy before doctor's appts, too. Let us know how it goes! Sending good vibes your way!
Posted 11/24/2015 5:26 PM (GMT 0)
Cln,

Sorry it was such a rough night.:(

I hope your daughter feels better soon, and that you catch up on your rest!

Good job on going in today for your appointment. It will be fine.:)

Peace and progress,

S.C.
Posted 11/24/2015 9:36 PM (GMT 0)
Cln, be reassured that the Mommie in you is stronger than any anxiety or panic.
46 years ago my Wife had the exact same thing happen it was after our 2nd daughter was born, one day she just collapsed in bed and did nothing but cry i had no idea what was wrong, it took several days to get her to tell me,
She said she had this thought about hurting our baby, it devastated her to think that she could even have such a thought. "in those days the meds for
post partum depression were not even close to being as good as what we have now".
Here's the real kicker, both you and my wife were crushed by the mere thought of harming a baby, this means your mind and heart are sound and
the real Mommie is functioning well. You are being jacked around by your
hormones and the doctors can and will help you. You are going to be Ok!
Peace!
Larry ***
Posted 11/25/2015 12:16 AM (GMT 0)
Hello...so I went to my dr and I was prescribed celexa in the lowest dose...I was also told that my anxiety has gotten really bad due to the stress I'm in right now...anybody who has taken this??
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