general anxiety?

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Registered: 09-05-2006
general anxiety?
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Thu, 09-07-2006 - 8:39am
I have not written on this board before, but I have had a very stressful year so far and I am not sure if I should see about getting on medication or not, just looking for some advice. It started this past dec/jan both of my parents had some health problems I am only 28, my parents are pretty young, I guess it was like a reality check, my mom was in the hospital twice and now I worry about both of them non-stop, as well as worrying about my own health, but the thought of anything happening to them scares me so bad, because of my mom having so much happen to her she has been quite down lately and I worry so much and just want her to be happy, but she seems so sad a lot! If I think about everything I can very emotional and scared, I don't feel depressed, just overwelmed with worry and concern, my mom had a broken foot and a DVT in her leg and she gets very upset that she can't do everything she was used to doing, and the thought of taking meds every day for the rest of her life scare her and upset her too, I hate to see my parents stress so much, what is the best thing for me to do to help them and myself? sorry so long:)
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Registered: 03-11-2004
In reply to: k8_p2178
Thu, 09-07-2006 - 12:58pm

Hi! Nice to see you;) you are NOT alone. When

 

 


 



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Registered: 09-12-2003
In reply to: k8_p2178
Thu, 09-07-2006 - 1:26pm

During a time like you are going through, maybe you should consider seeing a doc and maybe even considering meds. It certainly can be helpful!

Hang in there! You are SOOOO not alone in the way you are feeling!

Hugs!

Laura

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Registered: 05-29-2003
In reply to: k8_p2178
Thu, 09-07-2006 - 7:54pm

Hi there,

So glad you joined the board. It is great!

The first thing I might do is try to find a therapist that you can talk to. That might help. Also, you can try talking to your parents doctors to get information (with their permission of course) on their health. Your mom has had a life change, so I would think it would take a while for her to get used to her new life. You are so normal, and I would be worrying, too. If the worry is overtaking everything, then it is time for help. I have GAD, and it consumes me. I am on medication, and it does help if you find the right one.

Best of luck to you, and remember, you are not alone.

Jolie

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Registered: 09-05-2006
In reply to: k8_p2178
Thu, 09-07-2006 - 9:01pm
thank you for the feedback, I have always been a worrier as well as the one that helps take care of everything when things happen, I like being the one that is depended on but I have been feeling so stressed that my worries feel like they just keep building up, I do eat properly, exercise and all that good stuff. I have been checked for thyroid and all that stuff and everything was normal, so I guess the next thing is maybe to talk to someone or just my DR. about ways to reduce the stress & anxiety levels. Thank you for responding, its nice to be able to get some things out, I don't really talk to my parents about it because then I know they would worry more:)
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Registered: 05-29-2003
In reply to: k8_p2178
Fri, 09-08-2006 - 8:32am

Anytime. You sound like me. A worrier, and someone who cares, maybe, sometimes too much. You can always vent herre. It's good that you came to this board, because it allows you to feel human.

xo, Jolie

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Registered: 01-19-2006
In reply to: k8_p2178
Fri, 09-08-2006 - 9:49am

I would recommend a therapist first. Talking about your worries with someone might help. Then maybe talk to a psychiatrist about meds. Are your worries affecting your sleep?

Good luck
Jessica

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Registered: 03-22-2003
In reply to: k8_p2178
Fri, 09-08-2006 - 1:28pm

Hi & welcome :)

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 09-05-2006
In reply to: k8_p2178
Sat, 09-09-2006 - 4:54pm
thanks for the advice, but as far as finding a good therapist, where would you start? I haven't a clue what to look for, I have definately considered it though. I am seeing my Dr. on Monday so hopefully she will be able to help with some of the anxiety. I really do appreciate all the feedback :)
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Registered: 03-22-2003
In reply to: k8_p2178
Sat, 09-09-2006 - 11:19pm

I went to the yellow pages in my phone book & called therapists.

Sheri Ann

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Registered: 03-11-2004
In reply to: k8_p2178
Sun, 09-10-2006 - 8:50pm
HTH:)