lets get back to basics

[Indigojoe]

As someone who has been part of this forum for quite a few years, I have noticed that the focus of the forum has shifted from discussing how to identity physical symptoms as anxiety( and how to manage them), , TO general complaining, asking about meds , if they are " good" or questions about " anxiety" before taking a test in a highschool

[Blueshirt]

I noticed the same thing

[Dolphin14]

I've been here for less than a year. But, isn't asking about test anxiety and how to deal with it similar to what you are saying should be posted?

What were the original roots?

[Indigojoe in reply to Dolphin14]

test anxiety in high school students needs to be met with face to face relationships that they develop with their school teachers, guidance counselors, and parents.

[Mike7777 in reply to Indigojoe]

I agree, but therapy and counseling doesnt work for some people.

[hypercat54]

I have noticed that there are increasingly younger members here worrying about school or college. Is this what you mean? x

[Indigojoe in reply to hypercat54]

that is part of it.

[bbanxiety]

Where does it say that identifying physical symptoms of anxiety is the sole purpose of this support group?

The purpose of this group is to support one another. Some people won't have many people in their life that understand their anxiety and some people won't have anyone who understands.

People using this forum should feel completely comfortable asking the questions they need answers to, for all you know, you could be greatly helping someone or giving them the advice they need to start making the first step in battling with their anxiety/depression.

For anyone reading this who is maybe new to the forum, you can ask whatever you want, vent, ask for advice or just look to get involved in a community that aims to understand one another in being able to deal with anxiety and depression.

[Rlich in reply to bbanxiety]

Well said. Everyone has struggles, different issues etc & some people have Only this site for support .

[Hidden in reply to bbanxiety]

Got to say I agree. This is a SAFE place to exchange info too, especially during crisis. Part of management is learning how to cope. Though the medication questions should stay with the professionals and advice from peers have the disclaimer as such.

[Dolphin14 in reply to bbanxiety]

Agree

Well said

[sweetiepye]

It is necessary for this site to evolve ,other wise it will become stagnant . I am glad you have voiced your opinion. Pam

[Dolphin14]

Admin doesn't seem to have an issue or they would have addressed this.

[hypercat54 in reply to Dolphin14]

I agree with you. x

[Darryl Partner]

I am the administrator of this community. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Anxiety is founded by a variety of components and most all constitute valid and constructive discussion. In short, our community is doing fine

[LilyAnnepuppy in reply to Darryl]

I agree, Darryl.

[Dolphin14 in reply to Darryl]

Thank you Darryl.