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Should I Quit

mjones0608
mjones0608
I have this part time job, but I can't seem to handle working there. It seems to be too much for me. I feel so pathetic and like such a loser. The job is only 2 days a week and I can't even seem to handle that. My anxiety just gets so high. I take my meds, but it doesn't seem to be good enough. I don't know what to do.
worldofblah4
worldofblah4
Are you in therapy? Maybe try different medications/treatments? Have you talked to your boss about taking a leave of absence? Don't feel bad if you have to leave or quit! I have had to do that A LOT! I am now working part-time again but my boss knows that sometimes I need space and lets me take a few days off or so. I hope you feel better soon.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I had the same thing growing up. I'm 47 and in my life had quit so many jobs because of the anxiety and never even knew it was because I had a problem. Went through life never being treated for it and here I am 47 years old and just now dealing with it. I know how you feel. It's hard and it can ruin your life but the main thing is you know you have a problem I never did. Work with a doctor that cares (which is hard to find) and keep pushing on. Perhaps you can explain to your boss about your situation and he can help work with you to make you feel more comfortable? Just a chance.
deleted_user
deleted_user
maybe something you can do from home would be more comfortable for the time being...
mjones0608
mjones0608
Yes I do have therapy and i'm on meds, but that doesn't seem to be even close to good enough. Next time I go in, i'll have to talk to my psych about it. Maybe I can make a sooner appointment. I didn't even think to talk to my boss. Maybe he could help, but the problem is i'm scared to.
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So I just called my psych while writing this and i'm scheduled to get in a little sooner; the 30th. The only problem is he's very stubborn on increasing my Lorazepam. I'm hoping he will this time or even just switch to something else. I'm so worried about all this.
Dawter
Dawter
What other meds are you on? Lorazapam does not treat the anxiety, just gives you some relief. I am on Prozac and take Clonazapam as needed and take a sleeping pill also.
ginateresa
ginateresa
I wouldn't quit. I would take their advice and try to talk to your boss to see what can be worked out. :)
horusanubis0217
horusanubis0217
Have you thought of an increase and CBT? Those two things can work wonders. Try to persevere because the more time you have in your head the worse off you'll be. Hope you're feeling better :)
mjones0608
mjones0608
Thank you for all the advice. I just hope that I can remain strong. It is very hard to do that for me.