Hello. New to the Group and looking to help

[Hangingbiathread]

I am a 50 yo male and have struggled with a GAD for most of my life. Sometimes its manageable and other times its knocks me down. My response are pretty much text book. Cold sweats, hot flashes, nauseous, racing thoughts, rumination, catastrophizing, and on and on...

I've been in Therapy for the past 15 years and under the care of a psychiatrist for over 25 years. I'm on an SSRI and Tricyclic anti-depressant for many years. I've experienced two hospital admissions for a total loss of function. I'm happily married with two kids.

I believe in being proactive when I'm in a state of anxiety, even though its sooooo hard. that means taking my meds, exercise, meditation, time outdoors, etc. I hate when I read that to help your anxiety you get more rest. Yeah, ya know insomnia is kind of part of the problem.

Anyway, I find it very comforting to talk with like minded people who are also struggling with severe anxiety. Sharing what works and what doesn't. So, please drop me a note and lets help support each other!

[LilyAnnepuppy]

Welcome to the community. I have a major depression and anxiety disorder. I understand anxiety. And it’s a bitch. Waiting for the other shoe to fall was ingrained in me as a child. My father was a periodic alcoholic. And we never knew when he would go on the next binge. Then my mother was diagnosed manic depressive and we never were sure when she would take to her bed. Or talk about committing suicide. The other shoe always dropped.

Keep posting. There’s a lot of good people here. You’re not alone.

[Nothing_but_books in reply to LilyAnnepuppy]

Female dogs get a bad rap. We need a gender-neutral word. 🤣

[Marysblue]

Wecome!