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| Fri, 12-29-2006 - 2:55am |
Hi am new here. I am 19 years old and have suffered from different kinds of anxiety problems since I was 14. I know I am doing better then I did when I was 14, but lately I am very overwhelmed with things. I do have a problem with depression and do get pretty anxious at night lately, which is why I am here at midnight. I am taking medications and seeing therapists and my dr. I am going to school and living at home with my parents. Life is just hectic I guess and I have trouble coping. You know what iVillage needs? A board for those with anxiety AND depression.
Kristina
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Hi, Kristina! Nice to see you;) Having had a couple of bouts with depression along with my anxiety, I know how difficult life can be. You are NOT alone! Research indicates that the two disorders go hand-in-hand. They are both chemical imbalances in the brain chemistry. Treating the serotonin levels with antidepressants works in both. What meds are you taking?
Hi Kristina,
As a nontraditional college student, wife and Mom, I can relate to some of the stresses you are under.
Welcome! I know what you mean about a depression & anxiety board, many people including me have suffered both. This is a really friendly group here though, so I hope you'll feel free to come back anytime. ;)
Smiles,
Dee
hi kristina,
i have both anxiety and depression too:(
Sheri Ann
I have been on medications since I was about 14, and have been hospitalized due to suicide attempts and serious anxiety attacks. The suicidal part isn't with me as strong as it used to be. I have a bit more trouble closer to my period. At the moment I am taking Luvox, clanazopam, and gabapentin. The clanazopam and gabapentin are anxiety related meds. The gabapenting will be upped pretty shortly because I am on such a low dose, the only problem is the first few days I am sooooo tired!!! I am pretty lucky thought that the alternate school I go to get my GED is soooo good about these things I go through. They let me talk to people when I need it, and they don't care if I am stoned from my meds as long as it is the path to a better me.
At the moment I do not have many things that incolve other people, but I do have hobbies to keep myself busy.
I think that answers your questions, if you have more I am here.
Kristina
I can relate to the puberty thing, ever since, I have had soooo many hormone problems, and it really doesn't help my anxiety.
Kristina
The weather/season does affect me alot, I have been diagnosed with Seasonal Affective Disorder and have had these problems since I was younger also. At the moment I am not seeing a pdoc, but do have a worker with Child and Youth Mental Health, and also have a therapist for sexual abuse. I do admit that the issues I have are not nearly as bad as they used to be, but I do know they are there.
Kristina
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