Ugh anxiety

[jgreenst1]

Hi my name is Julie I am 62 and sorry to say but suffering from anxiety anyone else out there suffering too

[worrymagic2013]

Hi Julie you're in the right place, lots of us have anxiety, in all the different ways it shows up. Some people take medication for it, others self manage or do meditation etc, everyone has their own approach to how they get in with life despite this horrid anxiety . There's always someone around on here if you're feeling low.

[jgreenst1 in reply to worrymagic2013]

Thanks I have had bouts of it over the years and this one has lasted 11 months it spoils my life as I can't stop thinking about it -in the past if I gave it enough time it lifted but now I am older anxiety is v strong I have resisted for ages then started taking fluoxetine 4 weeks ago now I am frightening myself about taking it I hope it starts to work soon I know it can take a long time to kick in

[Agora1 in reply to jgreenst1]

Hi jgreenst1, Please give the Fluoxetine a few more weeks to reach efficacy levels in your body. Usually 4-6 weeks can do it. During this time it would be a good idea to have some talk therapy as well as learn some hands on methods that may enhance the medication. What is it that has anxiety hanging around longer this time? Those are the things that therapy will address. Wishing you well. We are here to support each other anytime you need that boost of confidence. xx

[jgreenst1]

I have tried cbt and talking I think I am just frightened and it is fuelled by fear I am scared of the way anxiety makes me feel I guess

[Jane3285]

Hi Julie. Yep I suffer with generalised anxiety. Currently taking propanalol for it. My anxiety is the worst it's ever been at the moment. Hope you'll find. Lots of support on here. I'm finding it helpful speaking with others who understand what I'm going through.

[worrymagic2013]

Yes, do what your doctor has recommended. For me, learning to trust the doctor has been the hardest part when the anxious thoughts try to take over. Good luck and remember you're not alone.