This forum has been my safe haven for three years. I have been experiencing symptoms of anxiety and depression for three years on and off. On good days, I'm cheerful, motivated, energetic and happy. My interests include art, cooking, exercising and spending time with people I love. As a feminist I have also been spending time preparing for the Women's March. Lately, since January, I have been experiencing episodes of anxiety and depression, where I have lost all motivation to do anything. I can't get out of bed, I've lost my appetite (on good days I also eat a lot, and enjoy my food thoroughly), my sex drive is practically nonexistent and I've lost interest in activities I used to love. I have had so many anxiety attacks since 2 months and it takes a toll on me and the people who love me. I can't seem to find good therapy anywhere. I've also gotten into self harming - it's an addiction like I deserve pain and it makes me who I am.
If anyone has been in a similar position can you help me out?
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I'm sorry you're going through this. I recently found a wonderful mental health group who offers low cost therapy sessions, which has been life changing. It's all done remotely too! If you're having trouble finding a therapist in your area it might be worth calling outside your area and asking about remote sessions.
Do you have a support system you can reach out to when you start feeling depressed?
I'm sorry to hear about the additional challenges you are experiencing this year. Is there anything in particular that you think has triggered the anxiety attacks? You mention working with a therapist but are you also taking medication for the depression and anxiety? If so, have you been in contact with your doctor about the increased episodes? As you mentioned, if you've not been able to find release through therapy, it is easy to understand how using self-harm as release comes into play. Is this new or a recurrence of a prior habit? Maybe talking some of this out here will provide a release for you?
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