Sorry it took me so long to reply back. You are all such wonderful individuals, and you give wonderful advice. :) thanks so much for the support. It definitely is a struggle, but I know however it...
I thought things were going decently and that my boyfriend was trying to be understanding of my anxiety. It's a long story (which I posted a week or so ago), but jist of it is that I just recently...
I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a rough spot, and I can relate to the mood swings (no fun at all!). Have you considered seeing a counsellor or therapist to talk out some of what you're...
Thanks, I will definitely try some herbal tea (sans caffeine). I'm now on day 5 and it seems like I have very little side effects which is great so far....
I'm so very sorry to hear about your job loss. Maybe it will work out for the best. Hang in there! I know the feeling somewhat in that I work with my boyfriend (pretty much work for him) and my...
Thanks very much! that was extremely helpful and I will get in touch with my doctor to see about a referral. :)...
I am so glad to read that Cipralex is working well for you. I am on day 4 at 10mg and I was very worried that it might not help (though I know meds can effect everyone differently). It's great to...
Hi Cathy, I just want to let you know that you're not alone. All of us here are rooting for you and that you're a beautiful individual! I know the feeling of having a partner that can get very mad...
Thanks for all the wonderful support, you guys and ladies are the greatest :) - I myself have been going to counselling, we will see I guess maybe I can talk to my bf about joining. I know he tries,...
This might sound odd, but when I cannot stop worrying and cannot focus at work, I just get up and take a 2 minute break, take a short walk and try and breathe. Sometimes, I will pull out a crossword...
I'm by no means an expert, I actually know very little about anxiety as I am just being diagnosed myself, but that sounds like anxiety. Have you talked to your doctor? Perhaps thats the best place to...
well I feel better that I'm not alone in my silly reactions. and yes, I too constantly double check, triple check everything. I'm really a nag and my bf seems to think I can snap my fingers and just...
thanks SC, problem is that he isn't very understanding and I feel a lot of times I get "punished" for having anxiety. Which only makes matters worse....
Welcome. And not to worry (bad joke). A lot of us feel exactly this way! Reading your post was like reading my own thoughts, and I struggle just like you. I hope this forum will be helpful, I know it...
So I went back to my doctor this morning and was prescrived Cipralex 10mg to start taking, along with Ativan for any panic attacks. I shoulda filled the prescription before I went to work (shakes...
Thanks for the reply. I am not currently on any medication. My doctor wants to put me on an SSRI but I am scared that if I am bipolar, it could cause manic symptoms. I guess I will speak with my...
Hi everyone, Normaly I post on the anxiety forum, but I thought I would share here and see if I can get some input. I tend to be a very high strung person, pretty anxious (I have a social anxiety...
thanks. My plan is to see what the doctor says tomorrow, consider short term meds and to change my diet. I do consume a lot of sugar and caffeine, both I'm sure are not helping. I have also joined a...
Thanks for the suggestions. I've been trying to distract myself all weekend. Tomorrow I go back to the doctor and will probably start on some medication. I don't want to, but maybe it's a good idea...
what are some ways that you de-stress after a long day ? I find I cannot turn my thoughts off no matter what I try and sometimes things I attempt for relaxation, make it worse. For example: my...
Thanks, that's a very kind offer. Him and I have spoken and I think we are on the right path. He is quite upset and annoyed with me, but is willing to try and be patient and understanding. I feel a...
As an allergy sufferer for many years, I can honestly say I haven't experienced any noticable side effects from taking allergy meds aside from some drowsiness (buy the non drowsy kinds). You can also...
Well you've certainly made a difference for me :) I think that's a brave ambition. Thanks Larry....
Doing okay thanks. I hope everyone here is well tonight. Today was a tough day but I'm just trying to think one day at a time and work on myself. I read some great information posted by SC earlier on...
Thanks very much, that was a wonderful help. :)...
I posted recently about anxiety ruining my relationship as my boyfriend has a hard time dealing with the anxiety especially since it has resulted in some outbursts of anger towards him at times. We...
Thanks Larry, I appreciate all the support and helpful words :)...
Thanks again for wonderful insight. I realize it was childish, and I take full responsibility. I am working very hard to not allow anger like this to come out in inappropriate ways. Unfortunately I...
I guess I'm just feeling anxious that maybe I am a mean person, so I wanted to question other's experience with anxiety and anger. Does anyone feel so trapped and exhausted that it turns to anger? Or...
This is a very late reply to this post, however I hope it will be seen. My hear truly breaks for you and I know exactly how you feel as I experience these same issues. My boyfriend has given up on me...
Thanks for the kind words. I only wish there was a way to explain to my boyfriend (ex now I guess) that what I did was not intentional or to hurt him and that I'm not this horrible monster with a...
Hi everyone. I am new to this forum, and I would really like some input. I've just found out this week that I likely have GAD (after at least 7 years of assuming it was all in my mind and I could...