So stressed

[justme79]

My anxiety has got so bad over the past few months. I’ve had my mom move in with me because she can’t be by herself anymore. Her doctor told her she has 6-12 months left. I really think he told her that because she refuses to take meds that will help with her copd. My sister has told me that I need to talk to my doctor about my anxiety but I’m afraid to. I’m afraid he won’t understand and won’t want to prescribe anything to help. I’m currently taking lexapro 10mg once a day.

[Agora1]

justme79, I'm sorry about your mother's diagnosis. Anytime someone becomes a

caregiver for a loved one, it becomes more than a full time job and can cause anxiety

to rise. Please let your doctor know that the additional responsibility put on your

shoulders requires you to have more help than just the Lexapro.

I will tell you friend, that it is possible with the right dosage of Lexapro (I'm on it too)

to carry the extra anxiety. However, it is important that you have professional help

through therapy as well as finding other methods/tools to quiet your mind and body

at the end of each day. You can't burn the candle at both ends. It is important you

take some "me time" several times a day in meditation/breathing and just finding

a time to regenerate. Wishing you well. We are always here for you. xx

[LadyO4]

No wonder you feel the escalated anxiety - I would too with this kind of responsibility added to my life. The concern you carry must be monumental. I would question my ability to balance everything out too. bit.ly/2Mm0mk0

Feeling powerless to change the situation and feeling helpless to take care of yourself compounds the stress you feel every waking moment. Try your hardest to avoid the emotional traps that come with this king of love you desire to give because the mountain of factors involved is too much for you to carry at once.

If you are fearful of approaching your doctor about your medications, find another doctor who really cares about you. They are hard to find, but they are out there.

If you would like the phone number of someone who can offer you a free consultation about this, feel free to write back. I'll be praying for you.