Anxiety Support Group
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...
Many of you have probably seen some of my posts lately, but I have suffered from Anxiety since the age of 9. My anxiety goes in spurts of months at a time. And lately (for the last 6 months) my anxiety has been horrible...
My mom, who is also my best friend, suffers from MS and a rare brain malformation known as a Chiari. This is where her brain falls too low and cuts off the fluid into her brain. My brother and I were tested for this and they found that my brother has fluid filled cysts in his spinal cord which can cause paralysis. Also this last summer, my brother, out of no where (who is 10) suffered from what the doctors called a mild stroke. He was transported to Chicago and has been seeing a top neuro surgeon doctor.
Before this, I had been attending college full time. When all of this happened, it was a load on me. I moved back home to help around the house. My dad works full time and a lot of times my mom doesn't feel well. So because of this, I feel that I need to take on most of the responsibility.
I recently took this last semester off of school. I just couldn't do it. Money is extremely tight because of all the medical bills we suffer from. I feel that my anxiety has worsened because of all the stress I am under. Do you think this could be possible?
Lately, my main symptom that I worry about the most is my heart. I am extremely horrified of death. My biggest fear is dying at a young age without experiencing marriage or having my own family. I am a huge believer in God and I understand Heaven is something that can't be put into words because it's that wonderful, but you only get one chance to live on earth and I want to be able to experience all possible.
Lately, my heart just races all the time. I mentioned this to my anxiety doctor whom prescribes my meds and she said it's probably from my anxiety. She also said that we could check my thyroid. After the appointment, I realized I had blood tests done in the summer for IBS. I called and asked if they checked my thyroid at that time and they did and it came back normal. I have had no further tests but I truly believe it's a consequence of all that is going on in my life. I am 21 years old and I shouldn't have to worry about all this. I should be worrying about school and getting good grades and I find that all I worry about is my family, and dying, and ANXIETY ALL day. I need some help and advice.. what do you guys think? I feel stuck and could use prayers!!
I'm sick of letting my anxiety get the best of me! Or is my fast heart rate even anxiety? I just want to be my happy go lucky self that is loud and constantly hyper.. I miss those days. I want to be able to wake up each morning not worrying about when I'm going to feel anxious. Anxiety is horrible and I really hate it.. I just want God to heal me from this!!
My mom, who is also my best friend, suffers from MS and a rare brain malformation known as a Chiari. This is where her brain falls too low and cuts off the fluid into her brain. My brother and I were tested for this and they found that my brother has fluid filled cysts in his spinal cord which can cause paralysis. Also this last summer, my brother, out of no where (who is 10) suffered from what the doctors called a mild stroke. He was transported to Chicago and has been seeing a top neuro surgeon doctor.
Before this, I had been attending college full time. When all of this happened, it was a load on me. I moved back home to help around the house. My dad works full time and a lot of times my mom doesn't feel well. So because of this, I feel that I need to take on most of the responsibility.
I recently took this last semester off of school. I just couldn't do it. Money is extremely tight because of all the medical bills we suffer from. I feel that my anxiety has worsened because of all the stress I am under. Do you think this could be possible?
Lately, my main symptom that I worry about the most is my heart. I am extremely horrified of death. My biggest fear is dying at a young age without experiencing marriage or having my own family. I am a huge believer in God and I understand Heaven is something that can't be put into words because it's that wonderful, but you only get one chance to live on earth and I want to be able to experience all possible.
Lately, my heart just races all the time. I mentioned this to my anxiety doctor whom prescribes my meds and she said it's probably from my anxiety. She also said that we could check my thyroid. After the appointment, I realized I had blood tests done in the summer for IBS. I called and asked if they checked my thyroid at that time and they did and it came back normal. I have had no further tests but I truly believe it's a consequence of all that is going on in my life. I am 21 years old and I shouldn't have to worry about all this. I should be worrying about school and getting good grades and I find that all I worry about is my family, and dying, and ANXIETY ALL day. I need some help and advice.. what do you guys think? I feel stuck and could use prayers!!
I'm sick of letting my anxiety get the best of me! Or is my fast heart rate even anxiety? I just want to be my happy go lucky self that is loud and constantly hyper.. I miss those days. I want to be able to wake up each morning not worrying about when I'm going to feel anxious. Anxiety is horrible and I really hate it.. I just want God to heal me from this!!
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theatre and I are there already. I'm having a very berry tea with crackers, cheese and cherry tomatoes and she's having a joint with some beer and we're both on really comfy recliners on thick pile carpet. we need some help with the decor if anyone is around??
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I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps. I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting...
it,s no wonder your feelingthis way, you have so much on your plate with your familys medical problems.
Your fast heart rate is due to your anxiety love.
Do you take any meds for anxiety, i take clonopin and it works wonderfully at calming me down.
I might try and journal turning your worries into realistic thinking, also try writing one thing you are gratefull for each day and also do one nice thing for yourself everyday.
I would talk to your dad andlet him know how this is affecting love, you should not have to carry this one your shoulders alone.
Talk to your doctor about an anxiety med and your therapist about how you are feeling right now.
Maybe you have another sibling or a family member that can come down to help and give you a break.
Your family must be so proud of you, you are a wonderfull caring daughter, not many daughters would be this responsible and help out so much, you should be very PROUD OF YOURSELF !!!!!!!.
It,s obvious you are a ery dear, sweet,loving and caring young lady, please remember this.
Please talk to your dad, its VERY IMPORTANT! he knows how this is affecting you.
It maybe possible your Dads insurance covers a few hours aday for a care giver to come in , its something worth discussing with your dad.
Im concerned that if you carry on alone your going to have a majour problem with your health, being a caregiver 24/7 can be tremendously stessfull to say the least.
Take Care lovie
im here anytime you need to talk!!!!!
With Love xxxxxxx