Hereditary?

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Registered: 01-26-2005
Hereditary?
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Thu, 05-05-2005 - 11:23pm

Hello,

Does anyone else on here have anxiety they think is hereditary? My mom and her mom both had it. I swore I'd never be like them, but that's what I *thought.* The choice wasn't mine to make, I have anxiety. It's so awful sometimes when you feel like it is out of your control, but it always has its ups and downs. All I can do is try to work on not letting it get the best of me.

Renee

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Registered: 03-19-2003
In reply to: snickybun
Fri, 05-06-2005 - 12:26am
God love you, you've hit on one of the mysteries in life; nature or nurture.

Blessings, Suz   Posts in this Community   

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Registered: 03-11-2004
In reply to: snickybun
Fri, 05-06-2005 - 7:44am

Yes, Renee. My dad suffers from PA's & is unable to travel long distances from home. I also have a cousin who as a young man chose to be a long distance truck driver only to panic in a city far from home & had to give up his dream. His parents have paid his mortgage for years along with other bills. He never ventured out for another try @ a job & dang it! He NEVER pursued treatment.


You are realistic in your expectations & trying. That in my opinion will get you along way in understanding our condition & helping you to live with yours. Good luck! (((hugs))) jan



 

 


 



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Registered: 01-17-2001
In reply to: snickybun
Fri, 05-06-2005 - 11:36am

Hi Renee,
I never know my whole family history until this started.
As it turns out my Father had severe depression and had a nervous breakdown, as did my aunt and uncle.
I have another cousin that has suffered depression and was suicidal. Two more cousins have anxiety.

When I went to see the therapist she said that it is believed to be hereditary and that given my family history it is no wonder why I got it. She really believes that since I have such a strong family history of this and given the "trigger" that I will be ok and recover. My Mom also has ADD and I don't know if that influences me at all as far as this goes but I guess I was bound to get something.

Heather