Anxiety disorder - OT

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Anxiety disorder - OT
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Wed, 12-23-2009 - 11:13am

Well, I finally went and talked to a therapist offered by my employee assistance program. We spoke about where I am at in life and various factors. Long story short, he thinks I have textbook generalized anxiety, though not an extreme case. I kind of figured that I had it (I worry A LOT, I "fund flip" as Gal puts it a lot, I can't sleep because I worry so much, I need things done now now now). It really did impact my last relationship, and talking through with the therapist, I realized it has likely impacted several before. His suggestion is the lowest dose of a medication to see if it helps along with cognitive work.


I guess I just have always worried and never knew that most people DON'T worry as much as I do about everything. I wake up in a cold sweat wondering if there are going to be any unexpected bills that will throw me off track. The worst part is, I am no worse off then the majority of the population. Never had a late payment, great credit, great job etc etc.


Has anyone else here had to deal with this? Its just new to me and I'm not sure where to even start. *sigh*


Bex -


"Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, today is a gift -thats why its called the present."


Bex -

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Registered: 08-29-2006
Sat, 12-26-2009 - 2:11am

Hi Girly-girl,

I am sorry for the hard times. I commend you for getting the help you need to have a more fulfilling life. We all need help from time to time and sometimes we have to change our lives altogether.

Glad you have found a compassionate doctor who takes your pressures in life very seriously and is trying to pinpoint a possible health issue. Best to turn over every stone and do that self care.

I can relate to what you said, that the disorder may have had a hand in previously failed relationships. I feel that way about my self in regards to love as well as school and work. I just can never hang in there due to massive anxiety and worrying. And it's some kind of self fulfilling thing too. I worry myself into self destruction.

Anyway, you are not alone. Good for you for doing something about it for a brighter less stressful future. Hey, you are just in time for the New Year, good job Girl!

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