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Anxiety is a physical condition marked by intense and persistent feelings of distress, fear, angst or dread. General anxiety caused by routine day-to-day stresses usually passes quickly and is experienced by almost everyone at one time or another. However, such feelings that linger over time and are very difficult to cope with, and which lack a clear cause, may indicate...

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Asuncion86
Asuncion86

For over a decade now I've been trying to feel better. Constant anxiety and depression have robbed me of every joy. I don't have the strength to keep going knowing that things are not going to get better. I can't stand the idea that things are not going to get better. Medications haven't worked. Talk therapy hasn't either. My psychiatrist now mentioned ECT and I don't think I want to do that. I don't want to continue living life feeling as I do: nervous, afraid, incompetent, confused. I want to have my sense of self back. But everything I've tried hasn't worked. Im going to try working at a different place but im kind of afraid of that because im afraid I won't be able to do the job well due to my mental health issues. I don't know how this is all going to turn around.

JustMatt94
JustMatt94
From what I've heard, ECT can be amazingly helpful. It definitely sounds scary, especially with how its depicted in movies, but I think you're unconscious in real life. It's the brain equivalent of turning your computer off and back on again.

I'm also in the process of looking for a new job (or at least an offer I can leverage for a raise) even though my mind isn't in the most stable of places right now. For me, the worst case scenario is that I'm just back to my current job. Just don't burn any bridges and I'm sure you'll be fine.
mtd
mtd
There are a lot of tools to help your condition, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, deep relaxation meditation, etc. Meds help some, but they don’t change your disordered thinking, only you can do that. Find a therapist who is qualified in CBT, educate yourself about anxiety and depression, start meditation. There is no magic pill, it takes hard work and daily dedication to help yourself heal. After a lifetime of anxiety and depression, I’m 62, I’m finally in recovery. It can be done. Best wishes.
arfie
arfie
I tackle the agonies of my mental illness one smile at a time. I have yet to find a comprehensive solution to make myself or my life a perfect joy, but taking the bad days one minute at a time helps me find a steady infusion of hope into the storms between my ears.

Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional. ~Folk saying
cbgrace1980
cbgrace1980
Some things to consider: there are multiple med combos that might work, it just takes time. Also, you could get a second opinion from a different doctor or counselor if you felt strongly about that. Switching jobs may help, but it might not be the answer you need. Thank you for talking openly about your struggles. We are here for you anytime.
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