struggling with agitation, dep, anxiety, panic, nervous breakdown, can’t work

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is there anyone that has been in this boat?

[LilyAnnepuppy]

welcome to the site. Thank you for your post. I was retired when I went through my breakdown. I have aMajor Depression and Anxiety Disorder. So I identify with your symptoms. I use a psychiatrist, therapist, group support, meds, prayer and meditation to treat my mental illness.

[ChaoticBeauty]

Yes, a constant life battle always changing. I have to say, finding the right doctor helped me. As well as finding the right meds that helped reduce symptoms of agitation, nerves and other things that come with anxiety/depression. Sometimes i would convince myself it was a normal feeling due to so much on my plate. Meds really helped with nerve issues like agitation and some with deep sadness later in life. Support from friends, groups, here, therapy in all different forms is very helpful. Meds will help alleviate some symptoms and may help balance chemicals to help with moods. But it is a working push of progress to keep moving forward. You will have your ups and downs for sure. But i have also been down the road of not wanting to reach out due to the anxiety/ptsd I deal with. The negativity of thoughts of toughen up, or the dr might think i am dramatic 🤷‍♀️. I know its not an easy journey for self help at all! But I am proud of you for reaching out here! Breathe- make time for you! Make self love, self care your hobby! Meditation, yoga, journaling, something you like to do peacefully. Paint, read a good book, learn a new skill. Make time in your days everyday for you. Sometimes we get so caught up in our rushed lifestyle. Or maybe we do not fill our days with things we like but do because we have to. We can put ourselves last. I wish you comfort friend and hope you find what fits your needs. In the meantime you have community support cheering you on your journey 🫂

[reinventingmyself36]

I can relate fully! I’m struggling with everything esp going to work and being functional. I’m 40 and you? Your not alone