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Severe anxiety, not wanting to get out of bed
Mental Health | Last Active: Apr 13, 2018 | Replies (21)Comment receiving replies
Hi cdcc,
I can feel your pain as explained above. I hope you can get some relief from therapy and medication. I'm not a professional in the field of mental health, but I am wondering what you may be afraid of what may happen to you. I've learned to be honest with myself and others and face my imagined fears. This is a life long path to accepting oneself and forgiving oneself. God grant me the serenity to accept............I know how easy it is to give advise when one is feeling good, but it's so hard to share when one is depressed and scared. I would like to hear from you again and especially when you begin to feel good again. May you be blessed.
charlie75
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So many times doctors prescribe a medication because it is designed to help. We are not all wired the same and even though it may help some it can be detrimental to others. It is not the fault of the doctors for the most part. I refuse to take most prescription drugs because of the side effects that alter my thinking. There are meds that are designed to help and they alter my thinking in negative ways. I cannot/will not take them. I have been fired for non-compliance. It is difficult to find a team. I advocate for myself.
Those of you who have family that love and care even though they don't understand are truly fortunate.
@cdcc It is important that you get the help that you need. Remember, we are all in your corner and we need you to be a part of our group.
Teresa
Hi Teresa,
I really liked the info. you sent to cdcc. We can all use your advice. I hope cdcc lets us know when she is feeling better. I've learned that slowing my breathing (pursed lip breathing) and/or counting random numbers such as 9, 2, 7, 12, 4, 8, etc. helps with anxiety.
charlie75
@charlie75 The idea of counting random numbers is a good one. I had not heard of that before. It must keep you focused better than counting forwards or backwards. Thanks for sharing that idea.
Teresa
Hi Teresa,
I had read this in one of the e-mails that I receive, and it has worked for me. I always think it's a good idea to share ideas from others.
We can all use the help that's available. Thanks for your comment.
charlie75
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This all began when I started coming off Lyrica I followed the instructions to a tee but because I was on it for 4 years it was still to fast. I felt like a drug addict needing a fix ended up in the ER for dehydration and nausea.