New Hi, GAD anyone?

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Registered: 07-28-2004
New Hi, GAD anyone?
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Fri, 10-06-2006 - 12:22pm

Hi,

I was recently (yesterday) diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and have an appointment with a counselor on Monday. I was wondering if I could hear from others who have been dealing with this and maybe what to expect from therapy? Or how I could get the most from therapy and treatments?

I've already read some stuff online aboutGAD, but would feel better if I could talk to real people who are dealing with it. Thanks!

Intro: I'm in my 30's, married 6 years with a 2 1/2 year old DD. I'm back in school, finishing my AA this spring and planning to transfer to complete my BA. Lots of stress and changes the past few years, my main reason for seeking treatment was how edgy and irritable I get, especially with DH and some physical problems (terrible insomnia, asthma developing).

I hope I can get to ya'll a bit better. This looks like a great board and supportive group.

Smiles,
Dee

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Registered: 03-11-2004
Fri, 10-06-2006 - 1:44pm

Hi, Dee! Nice to see you;) I know that when I first found this board, I was relieved. All that worry & anxiety I had experienced had happened much the same to others. I also have panic attacks & it sure eases my mind to know that I'm not crazy.


Please bookmark us to your favorites & make our board your home away from home. Everyone is generous in sharing their thoughts & ideas on ways to cope. Take a look @ the *coping tips & tricks* folder below. There's more than 2 pages. Learn ways to reduce the stress in your life, ideas on how to beat insomnia & self help techniques to calm yourself through anxiety/constant worrying. I am partial to the belly breathing & meditate daily. Still a work in progress, but living a good life.


We will be glad to support you in anyway that we can. Alternatives are something most of us are interested in. Let us know how the valerian works & any tips or tricks you have learned. Wishing you all the best. Good luck & GBU! (((hugs))) jan


 

 


 



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Registered: 05-27-2003
Fri, 10-06-2006 - 8:51pm

hi dee,


my name is heather, i have panic disorder and GAD.

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Registered: 07-28-2004
Fri, 10-06-2006 - 10:26pm

Hi Jan,

Thanks for the welcome! I'll check out the tips too. :)

Hope you are having a good-night. My kiddo went to sleep so I get a little playtime.LOL

Smiles,
Dee

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Registered: 07-28-2004
Fri, 10-06-2006 - 10:30pm

Hi Heather,

Thanks for the encouraging words! My DH is really supportive, but I feel so guilty sometimes, because he gets the brunt when I get really edgy and cranky. So I have ended up feeling like I'm sort of trying to handle this alone. It is such a relief to find folks who understand.

Smiles,
Dee