Looking for help...

[Elocin07]

I'm new here. Where do I start in seeking help for anxiety/depression. In 2016, my physician suggested my diet and exercise was the issue so I started running and eating healthier. But as much as I enjoy a good run, I struggle to get out the door. Work, home, family all cause me anxiety. I wake up thinking about what I need to get done and end each night knowing what I didn't get done. I just want the cycle to end. It is sucking my life away. I appreciate any tips to find help, there are many psychologists/therapists/counselors in my area but I struggle with where to start.

[Thisisdave]

Hey, I'm in the same boat I'm just going to call my clinic near me and ask to set up an appointment with the behavior health services. I think that's the first step

[Puppies]

I too have trouble getting out the door. I isolate myself and I know that's the worst thing to do. I used to go to the gym twice a day. I had an eating disorder and have body dysmorphia. I'm not sure of the spelling. That too heightens my anxiety and depression. I agree it's a sucky way of life. I know I should see a therapist, but I'm struggling just like you to get started. Sorry I'm not much help, but just know you're not alone. Take care🐶

[Asialily]

Hello everyone, my condition getting worse when I moved out of state in 2012 to live In California. Life, people, family culture and relationships here are very difficult for me to adapt I felt so alone with the situation. I thought my depression and anxiety been gone after my divorce year of 2000. When I get upset or worry something, I started getting anxiety attack such as uncontrollable body shaking, night terror and emotional distress. I just stop taking medication few months ago thought medication didn't help and work myself through without medine, but my symptoms still up and down, I'm not sure what is wrong with me? Am I development bipolar? I felt hopeless and alone. Please advise....

[TAPNewEngland]

Hi Elocino07, Welcome to the group. Keep exercising and working on your diet. Start eating as healthy as possible. In the meantime, see a therapist if you aren't already doing so. Medication may be the way to go. I too exercise quite a bit and my diet is the best it's ever been. I do see a therapist and am on medication for anxiety and panic attacks. Every day is a battle. ADAA's website has a portal where you can search for a therapist in your area.

[Eddie83]

Are you sure your endocrine system is functioning properly? Adrenal & thyroid dysfunction can cause both depression and anxiety. Don't trust a GP to know how to check this, most of them are clueless.

[Elocin07]

Thank you everyone. I will start with picking a therapist to see per the advice here. It seems overwhelming, I called our mental health clinic and was told I had to come at certain times to see someone, first come, first serve. I'd rather know that I have an appointment but there are so many psychologists/counselors/therapist... hard to know where to start. I'll search ADAA and just pick one. Thanks!

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A great place to start is at our webpage that explains different treatment options and what you should look for in a therapist: adaa.org/finding-help/treat...

adaa.org/finding-help/treat...

To search for a therapist in your area that specializes in anxiety: treatment.adaa.org

We also have podcasts and webinars by experts that will help you in understanding what you should expect from therapy and give you strategies that you can work on while you wait to get into a therapist.

Here's to a healthy 2017 and finding personal solutions to our anxiety!

[Ddorne]

Any therapist would be a good start. You sound like a perfectionist, that your anxiety focuses on not getting everything done. I can relate to that. You have to take baby steps so you don't feel so anxious about what you have to do. I have OCD, anxiety and depression so I have to slow down and do one thing at a time. How about meds? I take Prozac and klonapin. They do help. One day at a time.

[Elocin07 in reply to Ddorne]

Thanks! I often say "one day at a time" to other people so it is funny that you would say that. 🤗