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Edit/Update?: Went to what they called a triage appointment and according to my scores on a survey, I have severe anxiety, and depression. Recommended course of action was medications mainly due to time (plus its what I wanted) and I go tomorrow to a MD for those. So.. joy! Another appointment to anxiet about lol
Also, first time front page! Thanks for the support guys/gals! And a majority of the comments are people in similar situations so good luck, and GO!
bitchyousureyounotthehobbit
Good work! Took months to see someone about my anxiety. Got help and haven't had much of it in two years! Hope you'll feel better soon
Lizzalicious
I have been contemplating the same thing for the past few weeks. Good on you OP. Good luck!
AlteredGhecko
Went to Dr. For anxiety. Nurse taking my pulse says "Wow! Your heart is beating very fast"..... yeah panic attacks while getting help for it
SauceBot
BAWLS Guarana is a soda manufactured by Solvi Acquisition.
judipatootie6
Trust me... Make sure you go. Walking through that door is tough ( been there) but it helps. Also, download Ap called Headspace. It helps
Valkyrja22
This just happened to me. At the appointment: "Your heart rate is a bit high." "I'm anxious about discussing my anxiety!" Was worth it.
sixtyfortysoo
I did counselling. It didn't work. Saw a psychiatrist. She helped..sometimes you need Building blocks to overcome obstacles. Good luck op
GwyeneveretheRed
I feel you. I made a doctor's appointment for the first time in twelve years and I'm so nervous to go in on Friday.
yetanotherbrokegradstudent
I've never related to a post more on this site
missem137
Good for you OP, I literally just went through the same 3 weeks ago. I have been on meds for 2.5 weeks now and they help. Good luck!!
dancinghippos
This is how I felt the first time but I promise it's worth it! You feel so much better after!
VFDMember
So I did this, went to counseling, it didn't help and was kind of awkward for me. It didn't hurt, but I stopped going after 2 visits
crazyhornedlizardlady
Go see a different one. Sometimes it takes work to find the right one.
enicchi
I had the problem that the counsellor was a fellow colleague.... I knew the 'tactics' and felt like talking to a mirror :/
Rhyseene
Hooray! I'm so proud of you!
Peepsmith
I just made an appointment to seek help as well! We should start a club.
Batyana
I've been treated for anxiety before - and now I'm working on depression. I filled out the intake form yesterday. I'm scared too. GL OP.
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schmeagletheregalbeagle
Had severe anxiety in college. Didn't tell anyone. Barely graduated. 7 yrs later: anxiety is back. Still don't want to discuss. How?!
TheDowagerCountess
i just did the same thing actually!! good for you OP, its a step in the right direction. Just go to the appointment, you won't regret it.
apparentlyapparently
I feel so much better after going to my appointment. Meds make me feel normal again.
Oneworldan
Must be something in the air, I just got my appointment set as well...make self care a priority!
CherryEmpress
You can do this. The first step is the hardest, but you feel feel so relieved and proud that you're on the right path.
Underthehill
My partner just did this too! Proud of her, proud of you!
Victorasaurus
I made moves to see a therapist a few years ago and then cancelled last minute because I was too scared. I wish I would have gone be strong!
mollyn
Also did the exact same thing yesterday
Quina
I just went two weeks ago. The doctor checked my pulse and said "guess you really do have anxiety!" And laughed. Then prescribed me Zoloft.
tashinagray22
My life! Panic attack in the car every time. I physically can't drive myself. You're stronger than you know. Seriously :)
lavari
My hubby is the opposite. He can't ride with anyone w.o panicking and throwing up.
ChewbaccasCousin
Well I have just realized my anxiety is quite tame from these story's, I just have them in social events then they stop if I get comfortible
jimmysbrother1
My family will make fun of me if I was to try to fix my anxiety. They already call me a pussy for backing out of going to things all thetime
Rhyseene
Your family sounds terrible. Get help and you won't back out all the time. You should do what's best for you, not what you think they want.
ElegantKitty
I've been going to the doctors, but fuck is it brutal. I try to keep on a good face for my family, but when I get behind closed doors...
ElegantKitty
I did, however, make an appointment with the psychiatrist. I'm so so nervous and just anxious andksdfjng
LivingDecomposition
I've thought about seeing a therapist so I don't give serious thought to slamming into the barrier on the freeway when there aren't any cars
LivingDecomposition
--but I don't even make a livable wage so I guess I'll just manage.
washismycopilot
If you make less than 15,000 and are in a state with medicade expansion in the US, you can get assistance.
LivingDecomposition
I think gross I make something like 20,000. I'm hourly, but I make just under the average livable wage for the area.
washismycopilot
Ugh. The minimum might be different per state. Some clinics also offer a sliding scale based on income. That's how I got started.
LivingDecomposition
I've sort of looked into it before, but never contacted anyone because I didn't know who. I'll try to give it another look.
peoniesinkittylitter
I'm in the same situation!! My appointment is on Thursday. Nervous! I've been having panic attacks and ignoring them for more than a year.
darklordsaron
Same, had three appts so far. It's weird knowing there's sort of an end in sight :D Good luck!!
peoniesinkittylitter
Thanks :)
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peoniesinkittylitter
I know, you're right! It affecting my life too much for me too keep ignoring the problem.
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peoniesinkittylitter
Thanks for your advice and sharing your experience with me! It's given me a lot to think about.
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peoniesinkittylitter
Thanks. Good luck to you too in beating it completely!
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peoniesinkittylitter
That worries me, one of the reasons why I haven't seen a doc is the medications that might be involved. Have to make sure I don't overdo it.
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Guanjyn
Anxiety and depression suck because they're a part of a small group of diseases that actively stop you seeking treatment.
UnknownSquid
Just as bad when you end up questioning, "Am I depressed enough to count as "depressed"? No no, of course I'm not. Gotta think positive..."
darklordsaron
I've been seeing a therapist now for three weeks after a year and a half of denial. It's for anxiety. After talking to me she asked if >
darklordsaron
> I wanted to treat my anxiety first or my depression. Having gone there for anxiety issues, I was a little confused. I told her I'd been >
darklordsaron
> on and off depressed for so long I didn't even consider it a problem anymore, just something that happened. I was never depressed "enough"
UnknownSquid
Yeah. I can relate to that. Comes and goes, but always there. Have perhaps gotten too good at faking it through the hard times.