Horrible anxiety

[Zero86]

Hi, I am new to this. I am hoping to find some support, hopefully a buddy or two to help me get through this.

[arcknight]

I feel you, I'm in the same place right now.

[Zero86]

How long have you had your anxiety?

[arcknight in reply to Zero86]

Probably a few months, its really kicked up to a critical state in the last few weeks.

[Zero86 in reply to arcknight]

I’ve had mine for years but I had recently moved back to be closer to my family and there’s a lot of triggers here so, it’s definitely been a struggle.

[arcknight in reply to Zero86]

Mine is relatively recent. I cant get out of this state of mind. I think I have had depression for quite awhile but I have never had anxiety like this before and I'm really not sure what to do about it.

[Zero86 in reply to arcknight]

It’s really tough. Especially when you have a moment of peace and normalcy.... then before you get enjoy it, here comes the cloud of anxiety again.

[arcknight in reply to Zero86]

I feel ok at work as long as I'm busy, I even feel ok on the way home. When I'm home and its time to wind down the wave of anxiety hits me and I cant keep myself calm for more then a few minutes at a time. I just want to feel normal again.

[Zero86 in reply to arcknight]

That’s interesting that you say you feel ok when your at work cause I’m the same way. I need to stay productive otherwise all the thoughts start pouring in and the anxiety appears to be a lot worse.

[Hidden]

I’ve had anxiety most of my life, my first panic attack was at 21 and I went to the hospital. I’ll have times I’m ok, but times of great stress my nervous system gets overloaded and I get panic attacks and depression. I’ve been going through a major bout of depression, anxiety and insomnia for the past 8 months. I started

Lexapro a few days ago and see a big improvement already.

[Zero86 in reply to Hidden]

I’ve heard of lexapro but I’ve only tried buspar. How are the side effects? I am afraid of trying any type of antidepressant because I had a bad withdrawal and had to go to the hospital awhile back.

[Hidden in reply to Zero86]

Side effects for me were drowsiness the first week, feeling a little spaced out. Lexapro is an amazing medication. Celexa is a milder version and I did ok on that but my depression is so bad I needed something stronger. Start at a low dose 2.5mg even, because this drug is powerful.

[Zero86 in reply to Hidden]

I’m glad it’s working for you, that must be a great feeling. How do you feel?

[Hidden in reply to Zero86]

I feel like I’m coming alive again, that I’m calmer, the blackness and cold feeling is going away. I feel hope and joy. I also pray a lot, I know my faith and my relationship with Jesus Christ has kept me alive in my darkest times. A pill alone cannot do what living water can do.

[Hidden]

Hey! You’re not alone!