Anixoty

[Jojo73]

For few weeks now can't settle. Always on the go. Can't seem to switch off,is this symptom of my anixoty??

[wallflower_fairy]

Hi Jojo,

Symptoms of stress and anxiety are often very similar. Are you experiencing any external pressure recently, any life events/stresses? If so what your experiencing is probably a natural reaction to this.

If not, you need to consider if you're getting any other anxiety related symptoms and if could be attributed to anxiety.

Problems can include dizziness, headaches, excessive thirst, IBS, the tendency to pass water more frequently. Having negative or unpleasent thoughts. Having difficulty concentrating or even problems with memory. If you are getting a few of these symptoms alongside what you describe above - for a substansial period of time (they say at least 2 weeks) without having an external stresses in your life then it could be anxiety.

It might be worth seeing your GP to see what they can suggest. Infact, if you are having to deal with added stresses it might be worth going to see the GP anyway, to see if you can get support through this difficult time so you are more equipped to cope with them and how they're affecting you.

The doctor will ask questions before making their diagnosis, it's important you're honest however dificult this is, I know that sounds obvious but it's good to point out. And will offer you either the appropiate medication or talking therapy, the best option, evidently is a combination of both.

Best wishes,

wanderingwallflower xx

[Jojo73]

Hi, I'm taking citrapram 20mg for a year now. Maybe just bad patch again go weeks feeling like normal,then it hits me xxx