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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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Misslynn85
Misslynn85

I have recently found out that my father is sick and possibly has cancer. I have had a hard time dealing with this on many levels. I have been severely depressed and consumed of the unknowing. I laid in my bed and cried for two days and have never felt this state of panic and depression. It is like the world has closed in on me. The nightmares have been just as bad. Does anyone experience nightmares during sever moments of anxiety?

beatricelynn99
beatricelynn99
Yes, I have for many years now. I am not sure if you are a religious person, but I found comfort praying myself to sleep instead of thinking about the things giving me anxiety. I also would put something upbeat on the TV.
ReaDyO
ReaDyO
Oh heck yes. When I have bad anxiety or panic I have crap dreams. So bad that I dread going to sleep. One thing that helps me though is doing a light guided meditation. Use your headphones and go on youtube and search. The honest guys guided meditation. Find one you like and that may help you and you will find much respite.
Community LeaderMid
Mid
Yes. Write in a journal to help you see the positive moments with your dad as you continue to process this significant change.
Misslynn85
Misslynn85
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Misslynn85
Misslynn85
Thank You All
SweetairandRoses
SweetairandRoses
I've experienced a few. It's awful! So sorry for you. I hope for your dad to get better real soon.
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