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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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Tired of Hiding

gooch
gooch
From Gooch. I have been hiding. I have been dealing with anxiety, panic, and depression off and on for 55 years and have been afraid to let anyone know about it. I am old now and ready to talk. Up and down with terror but I have survived and have known some good stuff. Thanks
deleted_user
deleted_user
You really need to see someone about it. That is a long time to suffer.
joanna3
joanna3
Welcome! Please tell us some of your story.
glee08
glee08
Since when is 55 old?

Typically the average wait time before getting any help or telling anyone is 10 years. Most people with generalized anxiety disorder keep it to themselves. Also, it is something that tends to wain as we age. Most think it's because we come to terms with things, which is good.

Maybe hear more of your story?
gooch
gooch
I am 78 y.o. Depression first hit at age 19. So 60 years I have been experiencing anxiety, panic, and depression off and on. So I have had all kinds of problems, medicines, doctors, psychologists. But I never have told others how bad it was. I was afraid of being rejected and left alone. I feel like crying right now. Thanks from Gooch.
deleted_user
deleted_user
You are not hiding anymore, and that is a GREAT BIG HUGE STEP! Welcome to the beginning of your recovery! We are all here suffering alongside you and willing to help. Sit back and relax, you have just lifted a huge weight off your shoulders.
deleted_user
deleted_user
Hi Gooch, when you want to chat let me know. I am 32 and have suffered silently along with my mom who is 58, who is just now dealing by taking herbs, walking daily and reading books. I am a student who suffers socially, so its a daily battle for me to attend meetings for work as I meet and greet new people all the time..anyways I would love to talk with you and share stories sometime!! Have a good one!
joanna3
joanna3
You have so much to share with us! I feel happy for you because I think alot of good for you and others will come from talking. It marks an acheivement. I think you did what most people do...I certainly did for a long time because I was afraid of what would happen to my job. You never gave up...and we all know it wasn't easy...you're a winner! Thank you!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Wow thats a long time to suffer in silence. Are you getting any help, or are you continuing to deal on your own?
Moonshadow55
Moonshadow55
Big hugs gooch. I keep my anxiety hidden alot. I've tried to explain things to my brothers & sister, and they just can't relate; or understand....of course, I can't explain the core of my issues is relating to their dad, my step-dad...that would freak them out.....
gooch
gooch
this anxiety group has been so supportive. the replies have been excellent. i have been helped and am very thankful.