Massive Anxiety

[Purplerose1976]

Hi I'm new here my name is Laurie and I'm 43 years old and I suffer from PTSD, Anxiety & depression. And at this point I am having a very very hard time. I'm going through a whole lot with my sister and need somebody to talk to.

[Llab]

Are you receiving treatment for your condition? It sounds serious. Do you have enough energy to tell us more about your situation? Give it a try and then we can make more detailed comments.

[Purplerose1976 in reply to Llab]

Yes I am receiving treatment I'm on meds. But I haven't been to my therapy groups because there's a lot of things I don't want to tell to a group of people. I'm willing to share in this group.

[Llab in reply to Purplerose1976]

Taking meds is a good start. Do you feel they are helping? I can understand that there are things that you don't want to share with your groups. That's ok, you don't have to share more than you want to. I'm sure they would understand if you tell them. They probably wouldn't mind if you just sat there without saying anything. It's natural for depressed people not to want to talk much. However many people find being near other people is helpful.

[Hazrat]

i teach you breathing techniques to ease your anxiety and Acupuncture

is a method of healing is a Chinese medicine energy practice that involves inserting thin needles into certain areas of the body to help prevent or relieve health issues

[kenster1]

hi laurie and welcome to you.

[EleanorRose]

Hi Laurie,

Share as much as you need and want to and we will support you as best we can. There are lots of very kind and supportive people here to help.

[bear4ble]

PTSD is now addressed using animal therapy. Also you can talk to an animal ( person ) knowing it is most unlikely to repeat what you have told it. Attractive feline friend!

[Purplerose1976]

Thank you to all that have responded. I do have a service dog her name is Tink and I have another dog named Millie. They do help. And sorry it's taking me so long to respond my depression and anxiety have been at an all-time high. To the point I've been physically sick.