Lets all be anxious/depressed together.

neemish · 26-08-2012 3:12am

This is turning out to be a long, long night. Hows everyone else doing?

Gremlinertia · 26-08-2012 1:24pm

Will be starting counselling soon.. Terrified of how it will go but have to start talking before something stupid happens. Looking at changing my location on paper to get better care too. But i have less than zero motivation.. Frustration :mad:

cloud493 · 26-08-2012 3:22pm

I kind of have to knock hurting(self harming, but I hate that word) on the head. Bloody awful.

Bigjacklad · 26-08-2012 5:50pm

Hello... how is everyone today ?? I am feeling slightly better...making some improvement... slow but steady... I dont want very much... just to lose the anxiety and fear...

ashblag · 26-08-2012 6:52pm

this is too ****ing hard. i just dont care anymore no point

cloud493 · 26-08-2012 7:12pm

ashblag wrote: »

this is too ****ing hard. i just dont care anymore no point

What's up?

Bigjacklad · 26-08-2012 7:24pm

U ok ASH ??

ashblag · 26-08-2012 7:45pm

im finding this battel really hard im still waiting on a pysc appointment 4 weeks now.
im just tired of fighting ill find the energy to go back to gp tomorrow and try get more help. my meds seem to be not doing anything for me.
i look like ive aged 10 years in the last 3months

ashblag · 27-08-2012 2:14am

gonna be a long night...............

Gremlinertia · 27-08-2012 8:30am

Hope it wasn't too long ashblag, ihad a few beers so got some sleep, been awake since five though, **** it.. Internet and tea - the excitement

By the way - has anyone heard from Jammstar?.

rg1265 · 27-08-2012 2:58pm

I only recently discovered I have social anxiety. In one sense it is a relief because I know other people are going through the same thing, but in another it only makes me more anxious because I know that now that I know what it is I should go and do something about it. The very thought of approaching people about my problem is terrifying; I have a hard enough time having a casual conversation with strangers, never mind revealing something so deep about myself. It's kind of catch-22, I know I won't get better unless I get help from a professional, but my conditions makes it impossible for me to get help. For those of you who have been in therapy, how did you work up the courage to do it?

da_shivsta · 27-08-2012 6:45pm

Gremlinertia wrote: »

Hope it wasn't too long ashblag, ihad a few beers so got some sleep, been awake since five though, **** it.. Internet and tea - the excitement

By the way - has anyone heard from Jammstar?.

I just checked.. account has been closed, I can't reply to the last PM. . . should I worry?

I know I'm not a regular here, but I think it will do me some good to try and post here more. I've already said the basics. Since my last post, my meds have been upped again but I'm not convinced they're doing the job. Considering counselling still but unsure about it altogether. I went to see my doc but he wasn't there, I had some other guy. I'll have a chat with him again the next day.
I'm having a good day. On edge though.... very happy as we have just finished painting our bedroom, the stress of doing up my house has been triggering crazy moods and highlighting my lack of concentration. Sort of still waiting for my mood to drop which I know isn't good but I can't help it.
I've been dreaming lots of going back to school... anyone know what that means?

Snoopy1 · 27-08-2012 7:21pm

Havnt been on here in a while , but I am so stressed and anxious at moment.
Had more shoulder injections last week and was sick from work. Got sent home again today but work is stressing me out. My supervisor is pressuring me to be trained on things is piling projects on me and gave me a crap review. I've only been there 4 months and I don't feel my training has been good.
I think about work constantly. I'm also worrying about being sick so much. I got 20 minutes sleep last night.
I feel like my team is getting fed up of my shoulder injury.
Also I've started getting clingy with other half, and he's told me to back off a bit.
I'm moving house again soon, and I can't lift anything so feeling so frustrated.
Normally im so active but on Sunday I went for a 20 minute walk and came back jn tears because jt hurt so much.
I'm thinking of doing an evening course , in cooking or something but stressing about money.

HalloweenJack · 27-08-2012 8:56pm

I can feel the beginnings of an attack coming on. I have a ten-hour flight in a bit so I know that's the springboard.

Any advice? My trusted breathing exercises aren't helping much.

da_shivsta · 27-08-2012 9:01pm

ok. just try relax for a bit - maybe if you're getting clingy then you need to spend some time clearing your head a bit so you don't become too dependent on the relationship.
Is your boss completely unapproachable, or could you have a chat? that might be a bit daunting but ultimately productive & rewarding hopefully.
Maybe more regular small walks could be helpful. I find that helps me.

Snoopy1 · 27-08-2012 9:20pm

da_shivsta wrote: »

ok. just try relax for a bit - maybe if you're getting clingy then you need to spend some time clearing your head a bit so you don't become too dependent on the relationship.
Is your boss completely unapproachable, or could you have a chat? that might be a bit daunting but ultimately productive & rewarding hopefully.
Maybe more regular small walks could be helpful. I find that helps me.

my boss is a complete cow, and im not the only person to say that. Totally unapproachable and scary.
I'm thinking the evening course could be what I need to stop me being clingy. It would get me out the house, although its gonna take some working up of the courage.

ashblag · 28-08-2012 12:26am

have emergency appt wednesday. dont know what to expect. dont know if i can open up. we'll see

Gremlinertia · 28-08-2012 2:11pm

Hope it goes well for you Ashblag - i think the fact that opening your mouth to seek help means you're more likely to talk given the opportunity to. Have to say my first app wasn't great - but on thinking about it i may have been expecting a full on miracle! Just make sure and get your point across it'll be hard get the first word out but then the rest will come..

Seren_ · 29-08-2012 1:06am

Good luck tomorrow ashblag x

darkhorse · 29-08-2012 2:16am

Gremlinertia wrote: »

Hope it goes well for you Ashblag - i think the fact that opening your mouth to seek help means you're more likely to talk given the opportunity to. Have to say my first app wasn't great - but on thinking about it i may have been expecting a full on miracle! Just make sure and get your point across it'll be hard get the first word out but then the rest will come..

Hi, Grem,

If I could get together with you all, I would sing for you my favourite song, which is

Dont Worry, Be Happy

Now, if you think this is a funny song, you will think it hilarious when I will be singing it, mostly because, well, most of my front teeth fell out, due to to complications with my diabetes and, well, they tell me I look funny before I open my mouth at all. My daughters birthday party on saturday week and I just that they'll want me to sing on stage,OMG, so I better starting practising.;)

G-Money · 29-08-2012 7:08am

Doc started me on Cipramil for depression and anxiety a few days ago, I think it's making the anxiety worse and making me feel sick, had a real bad episode yesterday. Think I need to call/go see them this morning again as I don't think it's agreeing with me.

Anyone else reacted like this to anti-depressants?

neemish · 29-08-2012 9:42am

Starting/finishing meds can be pretty rough...best to call your doc and have a chat with them about it.

Good luck Ash! We're thinking of you.x

Seren_ · 29-08-2012 11:14am

G-Money wrote: »

Doc started me on Cipramil for depression and anxiety a few days ago, I think it's making the anxiety worse and making me feel sick, had a real bad episode yesterday. Think I need to call/go see them this morning again as I don't think it's agreeing with me.

Anyone else reacted like this to anti-depressants?

If you don't think they're agreeing with you, it might be best to chat to your doctor. There's always side effects when you start taking an anti-depressant though, so there's a chance that it's just that too. I was put on Cipramil first, and I remember I nearly fainted in one of my lectures the day I started taking them 'cause it sent my head all spinny. A friend of mine found it really good though.

G-Money · 29-08-2012 11:52am

Pretty much what you guys said, the doc said these side effects are normal with most anti-depressants when treating anxiety. Was told to decrease the dosage for 4 or 5 days then go back up to the normal dosage again, so will see how that goes.

RubyXI · 29-08-2012 1:35pm

God, feeling depressed today. Couldn't get out for a walk at lunch time so just sitting at my desk. It feels like the whole world is going on around me and I'm just sitting still in the middle of it all. Like I can't jump on to this moving object even if I wanted to.

neemish · 29-08-2012 1:39pm

I'm at home today - couldn't face the world. I keep thinking, why is everything moving so fast

RubyXI · 29-08-2012 1:42pm

I'd love to stay home and hide but I'm too scared of phone calls to call in sick.

G-Money · 29-08-2012 1:54pm

Couldn't face going in today either. Slept really badly last night, was all stressed this morning.

ashblag · 29-08-2012 2:21pm

had my psch appt this morning was hard and drained now. have a letter to give my gp do i have the right to open it. i want to see whats written in it.
adding a new tablet to my meds.
have another appt next weel

flyswatter · 29-08-2012 2:46pm

ashblag wrote: »

had my psch appt this morning was hard and drained now. have a letter to give my gp do i have the right to open it. i want to see whats written in it.
adding a new tablet to my meds.
have another appt next weel

No, you shouldnt open it. Best of luck, things will get better.

Bigjacklad · 29-08-2012 3:47pm

Good luck ASH...hope everything goes well....and I wish peace of mind to all xx

herisson · 29-08-2012 6:18pm

Hey Guys!

I noticed some of you have been a bit worried about Jammstarr! Im still in contact with him but he is ok! He just needed a break from boards for a bit. He does feel a little guilty for leaving so suddenly, i got a little worried too but he is ok! He does appreciate all the comments wondering if he is ok! He is getting back on track and i am so proud of him for it!

paddyopot · 29-08-2012 10:07pm

Hello, i too suffer with depression and anxiety almost all of my life. It's an enormous struggle to get through each day, i can barely motivate myself to do anything sometimes. I have been on several different antidepressants but they made me feel no better,,, worse if anything.
Anyway, it's nice to see i'm not alone, thanks. (i'm new, first post)

RubyXI · 29-08-2012 10:14pm

paddyopot wrote: »

Hello, i too suffer with depression and anxiety almost all of my life. It's an enormous struggle to get through each day, i can barely motivate myself to do anything sometimes. I have been on several different antidepressants but they made me feel no better,,, worse if anything.
Anyway, it's nice to see i'm not alone, thanks. (i'm new, first post)

Welcome. Feel free to talk about all the things no-one else seems to understand.

girlonfire · 29-08-2012 10:50pm

Good luck Ashblag. Thinking of you.X

LegacyUser · 29-08-2012 11:22pm

Hi guys I'm feeling really not so great lately. I'm suffering from constant brain fog which is the worst, friends have all left me.I was more of a tag-a-long they just accepted me for years and would text back when I text them but never texted me first. I havn't texted any of them in 3 months and not one of them have texted me so I guess there not real friends, not even a message on Facebook. They never asked me to anything so f**k em. I have recently quit my job and I have no idea why, just sit at home doing nothing all day. I think the depression started around six months ago and this caused me to quit. I feel like life is pointless and what is the point of living unless your rich and even then I realize that money wont make me happy. I just don't see the point in living, working 9 to 5 in a job I hate. I'm not going to self hurt or suicide or anything like that. Time is going by and I feel I have no purpose on earth. What is the point really? I feel it really difficult to communicate with people and sometimes when I'm on my own with people its just complete silence, we have nothing to talk about. I seem to be okay in a group. Even talking to women or men when I'm on my own with theres just an awkward silence. Im going to go to the doctor soon

Mimbo · 30-08-2012 9:27am

phi3 wrote: »

Welcome. Feel free to talk about all the things no-one else seems to understand.

Howdy Paddyopot, welcome to boards.

Totally agree with the above quote

Chazz Michael Michaels · 30-08-2012 9:29am

So, for all the pep talks I gave on here recently, I too am going through a rough patch, thinking all the same thoughts as others were. Grr, life can be annoying. The dawn is always darkest, etc.

banquo · 30-08-2012 12:56pm

Chazz Michael Michaels wrote: »

So, for all the pep talks I gave on here recently, I too am going through a rough patch, thinking all the same thoughts as others were. Grr, life can be annoying. The dawn is always darkest, etc.

Stay with it bro. It's always ''easier said than done." So don't beat yourself up for feeling down after dispensing advice, y'hear? Rough patches come and go, you or me or anyone on this forum will tell you that.

If you're bored of the usual outlets you can always PM me if you need someone fresh to talk to.

Chazz Michael Michaels · 30-08-2012 1:06pm

banquo wrote: »

Chazz Michael Michaels wrote: »

So, for all the pep talks I gave on here recently, I too am going through a rough patch, thinking all the same thoughts as others were. Grr, life can be annoying. The dawn is always darkest, etc.

Stay with it bro. It's always ''easier said than done." So don't beat yourself up for feeling down after dispensing advice, y'hear? Rough patches come and go, you or me or anyone on this forum will tell you that.

If you're bored of the usual outlets you can always PM me if you need someone fresh to talk to.

Ah, I will be ok. I am at TCD cricket grounds now in the sun with a coffee and cigarette. Things could be worse.

L.Jenkins · 30-08-2012 1:13pm

Going through a bad patch too. Driving 2 hours to work in the mornings and 2 hours home at night is wearing me down very fast. I had a chat with the on-site Health Nurse, who suggested working from home one day a week so I don't burn out. Brilliant idea, shot down by my manager.

I'm not long in the job and I can't cope with the stress anymore brought on by having Bipolar, a stress which is triggered by stupid little things. It's not a post to complain about simple little things, but I'm under pressure from multiple sides. I'd love to move closer to work, but I can't afford it and I get paid by the month, an absolute pain in the hole.

So I just needed that quick little venting session.

Omega28 · 30-08-2012 1:39pm

I'm curious. How many of you suffer from constant "brain fog" and perhaps you can explain what you experience?

thanks

Chazz Michael Michaels · 30-08-2012 2:03pm

Dylanmc111 wrote: »

I'm curious. How many of you suffer from constant "brain fog" and perhaps you can explain what you experience?

thanks

Never heard of it.

Temaz · 30-08-2012 2:24pm

Doing well atm. The medication change has really helped, still get anxious in the evening but I'm coping.

Hang in there guy/gals things can, and will get better.

dylbert · 30-08-2012 5:15pm

Feeling really crap today. I have suffered with social anxiety for as log as I can remember, I'm 35 and have never been in a proper relationship with anyone. So last week I finally got the courage to tell one of my close friends I like her and asked her out, unfortunately she said she doesn't see me in the same way and we agreed we'd stay good friends. The rejection was hard to take but I was really proud of myself for being brave enough to tell her how I feel and being able to deal with the rejection.
Then the other day on a night out I see her kissing one of my other friends. I flipped at first but the next day I found out that they had started seeing each other before I asked her out, I'm happy for both of them because they are my friends but I still feel like ****.
To top all this off my sister had a miscarriage which I'm really upset about but am feeling guilty that I'm feeling really sorry for my self when I should be worrying about her.

Anyway I'm just feeling bad at the moment and think I should maybe go see a Counsellor or Psychotherapist to sort out my social anxiety.

Chazz Michael Michaels · 30-08-2012 5:19pm

Went for appt with psychiatrist at 2pm today. They didn't show up. Nice. I won't name them.

ashblag · 30-08-2012 9:44pm

thanks to all for erplies... new meds makin me very very drowsy as was told to expect for a while. zombie like all day.
i hope every one is ok.
stay strong xx

cloud493 · 30-08-2012 9:50pm

Earlier this week, my sister asked me why was I so sad. Made me tear up a little bit, to be honest.

IHeartChemistry · 30-08-2012 10:59pm

Panic attack can be shot in the face and murdered for their evilness...

I keep getting mini one's recently again. The stress of waiting to see if the University will accept my 3 official letters and my Medical records as proof of my being unwell and let me into second year by default. They say I've a strong case and great grounds for being allowed in... but I honestly have no idea. I keep having this feeling that they'll say no, or that they'll find fault somewhere and say no

Oh dear god, I am not looking forward to the next 19 days...

RubyXI · 31-08-2012 9:55am

feelingdown wrote: »

Hi guys I'm feeling really not so great lately. I'm suffering from constant brain fog which is the worst, friends have all left me.I was more of a tag-a-long they just accepted me for years and would text back when I text them but never texted me first. I havn't texted any of them in 3 months and not one of them have texted me so I guess there not real friends, not even a message on Facebook. They never asked me to anything so f**k em. I have recently quit my job and I have no idea why, just sit at home doing nothing all day. I think the depression started around six months ago and this caused me to quit. I feel like life is pointless and what is the point of living unless your rich and even then I realize that money wont make me happy. I just don't see the point in living, working 9 to 5 in a job I hate. I'm not going to self hurt or suicide or anything like that. Time is going by and I feel I have no purpose on earth. What is the point really? I feel it really difficult to communicate with people and sometimes when I'm on my own with people its just complete silence, we have nothing to talk about. I seem to be okay in a group. Even talking to women or men when I'm on my own with theres just an awkward silence. Im going to go to the doctor soon

I'm the same. No-one ever talks to me and I feel bad about annoying them by texting them when they clearly don't want to talk to me. It's great you're going to the doctor though. Hopefully that will sort some stuff out for you.

Lets all be anxious/depressed together.

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