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...

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This_Is_Me 02/28/2018

I've been on anxiety medication and antidepressants for a year now and my anxiety is still very bad.I overthink every little thing.I worry about things a few months from now.I can't even get myself to go to class because I'm too scared of what people will think of me.Things like seeing n friend I haven't seen in a while gives me anxiety.My heart start racing, I can't breathe, my palms start sweating, I get dizzy and then I usually make up an excuse to why I can't do something with them anymore.

I'm so tired of feeling like this.I got my car a while back and now I have anxiety about riding it to class.Things like talking to a cashier at a shop or meeting someone new or even talking on the phone when someone calls, gives me a panic attack.Please help.I don't know what to do anymore.I feel so pathetic cause none of my friends have issues with these basic everyday things.I feel depressed when I'm alone at home and when I think of doing something with someone so I don't feel depressed then I get anxiety.

littlemiss78 02/28/2018

hi ☺ so sorry that things are tough for you. anxiety is no game. it founds like you have GAD. I've had this for years. the medication didn't stop the Anxiety as that comes from me over thinking stuff. the meds was more to help my symptoms. that then helped me not to get over stressed and worsen the situation (if u know what I mean) . if the meds are not helpful for you perhaps a chat with the psychiatrist would help. all the best

This_Is_Me 02/28/2018

I have GAD, social anxiety and then sometimes panic attacks. I don't think the meds are enough for me so I'm going to make an appointment with the psychiatrist. Thank you for your reply :)xx

lucillegem 02/28/2018

HUGS, so sorry your going through this, feel free to add me if you ever need a warm hug! your not alone, keep fighting.

briggy1 02/28/2018

Anxiety from over worrying is a horrible feeling. Xanax helps with the symptoms, but it’s not the cure. Good luck in your journey.

This_Is_Me 02/28/2018

Thank you so much! Hugs!

littlemiss78 02/28/2018

xanax helped me a great deal. the problem I am having at the mo is i have just moved to the UK and they won't let me have it in this country so now I have anxiety about not having meds when I get anxious

summerbabe88 02/28/2018

I suffer daily from panic and anxiety. It's interesting to see that what helps some people cause anxiety in another...for example, I love being around people and talking to people...it helps me calm down. Being alone with my thoughts is what troubles me. I am on meds but they don't help. I hope you will find the right thing to help! You can message me any time. PS! Xanax does help calm me down but like other users say, it only masks the issue

sunnyd55 03/03/2018

I feel the same way so many times! Tonight is rough! I hope this makes you feel not so alone <3

AboundingJoy 03/15/2018

Hi, I hope things are better for you today? I just wanted to say that meds are very helpful and has its place in treatment, however, they don't do magic and make our problems go away. I'm glad to hear that you are taking meds to help you deal with depression and anxiety, however, I also want to encourage you to look for other resources out there to help you deal with what is at the root of your depression and anxiety. Perhaps finding one close friend or family member you can talk to, a therapist or some counselor can help you. I know from personal experience that even finding someone you can confide in is not easy, but I pray for you.

LouiseS 03/27/2018

My mom and I use the supplements Niacinamide 250mg and Inositol 250 to 500mg for anxiety and then add prescription propranolol when it gets too severe. You could also try switching antidepressants. For example from Sertraline to Fluoxetine.

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