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Fri, 09-30-2005 - 4:34pm

Is it possible for a person suffering anxiety to slip into depression? And if so how probable is it. I know the differance in the feeling of each and today I woke up and didn't even want to get out of bed just wanted to stay there and never get up. I did make myself get up but here it is almost 4pm and I'm just really down. I've spent most of the day crying and I'm not even sure why. Just want to hide away. My nerves are shot and my hands are shaking so much I can hardly type. Could it be the meds or is it just me? Hate this feeling of not knowing what's going on within myself. Guess I just need someone to tell me take a deep breath and it will be OK. Plan on calling the clinic I go to tomorrow (the only day they are open) but I'm not even sure what to tell them cause I'm just not sure myself.

Hope everyone else is having a better day then me.

Keitha

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In reply to: kywomyn
Fri, 09-30-2005 - 4:58pm

Keitha, im so sorry to hear you're feeling this way, it seemed like last week was rather good for you. to answer your question, not only is entirely possible for someone with anxiety to slip into depression, but it's also extremely common!! anxiety and depression go hand in hand together. I suggest that you contact the clinic and tell them how you're feeling. You shouldn't have to live your life feeling like this, maybe they can refer you to some counselling or offer you medication.


good luck at the clinic, let us know how it goes.


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Registered: 03-25-2003
In reply to: kywomyn
Fri, 09-30-2005 - 5:38pm

Keitha I agree with Mia. It can certainly go hand in hand. Be sure to go to the clinic and tell them about how you felt and be honest about the depression. A lot of times antidepressants are used to treat anxiety anyway and that may give you a leg up on the situation. I have Major Depressive Disorder and when a depression hits I tend to hide in bed. Matter of fact I have been sleeping too much this past week (I will call the pdoc on Monday). I feel for ya girl! Sometimes its a cycle. You get anxious and then you get depressed because your anxious and then you get more anxious because you've gotten depressed. Talk to the people at the clinic. Be open. The more information you share the more information they have to make a good decision about how to help you!


Sincerely,


Julie

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Registered: 03-11-2004
In reply to: kywomyn
Fri, 09-30-2005 - 8:08pm
I can't offer anymore than what you have been told, Keitha. Research indicates that anxiety & depression do rear their ugly heads together): Sometimes, I have felt when my anxiety was better, my depression was worse & vice versa. Please get some help. Both are treatable & we want you to feel better. Good luck! Keep in touch. (((hugs))) jan

 

 


 



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Registered: 07-13-2003
In reply to: kywomyn
Fri, 09-30-2005 - 11:14pm

Keitha,

Sorry you are feeling so down. I have noticed that when I have had a streak of anxiety (or attack)I fall into a depression. This last one I had was the worst yet. I was depressed/anxious for weeks. Coming here helped me alot, I found this board while looking for more information during that time(just a couple weeks ago). Knowing you are not the only one really helps.

Good Luck with your doctor,
Lisa

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In reply to: kywomyn
Sat, 10-01-2005 - 12:50am
Keitha I hope you feel better soon!!
talking to your doctors is a good idea and
I know the feeling of being tired of fighting
and wanting to just give up!! But we won't let you!!
You can fight this plan to do something you like
each day!! This will give you a reason to get up-
call a friend or relative and chat awhile!!
read a good book- take a nice warm bath and relax!!
Dream I love to dream and wish---- do you write
in a journal?? this helps me and MY DOC a lot!
Keep track of things you do and feel and see if
there is a connection!!! Take care, Judy
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Registered: 09-16-2005
In reply to: kywomyn
Sat, 10-01-2005 - 1:23pm

I want to thank all you ladies for being here and just listening when it seems as if no one else wants to. I did go to the doctor and I put an update on the board for you. Sometimes knowing the right thing to do doesn't make it easier to do but with a gently shove from those who care make it easier. And Judy I am keeping a journal and plan on taking it with me to my next therapy session if for no other reason so I don't forget some of the things I want to discuss and I figure maybe she'll be able to see something that I'm not seeing.

You all are the best support system a girl could ask for.

Keitha