Anxiety hangover

Hi I am a newbie here, I've been searching around the internet to never realise how many people suffer. I'll be honest a few years ago, I thought depression/anxiety was a myth. Never realised how serious it is.

it all started for me 2 years ago, I was put in hospital via excessive drinking, as my heart rate was 150, and I had to stay over night till my heart rate drcreased! Since that day every time my heart rates over 100 it makes me panic, so I'm at the point where I can't do exercise as I am terrified it will be over 100, meaning a trip to hospital! And of course when I'm panicking it makes me go and look on dr Google, so now I've diagnosed myself with everything! It's at the point in life the only time I am happy is when I'm drunk (out of my face) then obviously the reprocussions is waking up in the morning hungover and thinking your going to die!!its absolutely taking over my life the amount of times been doctors, had different types of medication it's just not stopping! I am waiting on CBT! Any other tips to try and help me please!

Hi C and welcome!

I am glad you've found us...though of course sorry to hear about your anxiety challenges.

Great work on getting the therapy process started! This will provide you with essential tools for managing the fears and worries.

Until you can start your sessions, you can take advantage of some great self help material right here. At the top of the main forum page you'll find our Resources. Have a look and give the suggested exercises a try. (let me know if you'd like specific recommendations, otherwise just try what resonates with you.)

Keep posting with us for support as well. We understand ,care and are here to listen anytime.

Talk soon,

Scaredy Cat