Welcome to Connect @karenina. I just arrived on this "screen" and saw your first post. I am so sorry that you have been suffering from anxiety. That has been a lifelong battle for me and I am 62 years older than you at 81.

This forum is founded on sharing. That is how we learn about medications, diagnoses, and treatments. And friendships seem to form quickly. I joined Connect when I was a caregiver for my life partner who had developed Prostate cancer. I didn't even realize that my health conditions might have value for others.

So....I did have a complete anxiety test and it demonstrated my issues with GAD quite well. I have tried some medications like Duloxetine and now Buspirone has been added as my mobility becomes more of a challenge.

What has really helped? Well.....I joined a Mindfulness and Meditation group of ladies around my age. We have been together now for about 10 years. I practice mindfulness every day and have specific meditation programs that are helpful.

So let's wait and get to know members who respond to your introduction post. Some of our members have actual groups of friends who share life experiences with each other. When you share on Connect many more folks are introduced to you. Some will respond and others will read and benefit from your discussions.

There is also a Private message section on Connect where you can share phone numbers and emails. Let me know if you need help finding it.

May you be free of suffering and the causes of suffering.
Chris

People don’t realize what so many of us go thru,, our minds , life’s circumstances, 🙏🙏for u