Anxious Stay at home mom

[theresausc]

Hi everyone,

I am recently diagnosed with bi-polar disordser and I have been suffering for the last week with horrible crippling anxiety. It's like I cannot take care of myself and my children anymore. All I do is job search on my phone and I am miserable. Not sure how to turn things around and focus on the positive.

[levymaria]

I am right there with you! I have been applying to so many jobs and had a great opportunity present itself recently but my anxiety has been so severe as of late I haven't been able to commit to being a mother or following up with employment. How long have you been dealing with bipolar disorder?

[Mfgha6843]

I am also a stay at home mom that suffers from anxiety. Sometimes I am so guilty that I put my kids in front of the TV while I try to calm myself down. It's gotten better since I've started seeing a counselor, but I still have bad days. Know that you are a good mother! I know it can be hard to be a stay at home parent, sometimes I feel isolated and that makes my anxiety worse. Taking care of yourself is so important!