Anxiety is a big problem

I've had anxiety problems before. For awhile, I took Paxil, which was great, although it had some unexpected side-effects (not bad, but potentially embarrassing). Now I take Lexapro. You might check with your doctor to see if these or something similar may be right for you. BTW - I'm on a very low dose, which takes the edge off, but doesn't zone me out.

maybe everyone has to face anxiety after they come to the world, say, see strangers, take exam, go to the hospital, and so on. but i think the more anxiety we meet, the more encouragement we get. just look back that we were ever so anxious for something before, but after the thing has gone, nothing changed our world. so, no need to so worry about every problem. tomorrow will still be tomorrow.

Raydene, is this anxiety just about the nursing home, or is it in all phases of your life? A lot of people have issues with nursing homes, so I am not sure what to tell you. Pray about it, or meditate. Plan ahead and visualize how it will be, then you will be prepared. If you can take your friend to a commons area, or to a place outdoors, it will help both of you, a lot. Some of the smells in the nursing homes, even if you are not aware of them, generate uneasiness and anxiety. When you go, instead of telling yourself you are Making Yourself Go, tell yourself, for a day or two ahead of time, what a privilege it is to go see this friend. I imagine if there are a lot of changes, especially cognitive changes, you are uncomfortable, and do not feel like it is really the person you once knew. I hope that some of this is helpful. Your visits help keep the staff on their toes in how they care for her, and lets you see with your own eyes what the real conditions are and if she is treated with dignity and respect.

I also have anxiety.I have doubts and shyness. Sometimes it is not easy for me to make friends like initiate to great them or to ask for their name to introduce myself. And also anxiety to make the first move. Raydene, Godbless you!

Talk to your doctor about it. They can help you out with that. Why suffer?

Anxiety is a part of life dear..I also have anxiety problem..I have many problems with my partner nowadays..I think that I am not worthy for her..I often think that I am giving her only sorrows. This feeling really hurt me...I am so confused...

you should talk to your doctor about it, you have been through so much lately,

Anxiety sucks...and when you have major or high anxiety it can really really suck and seriously interfer with your life in a major way....My panic attacks and anxiety got so bad for a time I couldnt even leave my bedroom let alone my house... You're best bet IMO is two things....#1 assess whats goin on in your life thats different right now or new...SOMETHING is triggering this in you and if you can pinpoint it you are half way there....#2 whether you figure out the trigger or not, go to your doctor and talk to him/her about it...Okay 3 things...#3 if at all possible, set up a game plan for yourself for when you DO have an attack/episode....I had (still have it too but havent needed it in a few yrs) a list of what to do should I have an attack..I kept one in my purse, there was one by the phone in the living room, my son kept one in his room, we had one in the truck, my husband had one in his wallet, my bf had one and a couple of very close friends each had one....It was basically a list of what to do should I have a major episode and also what NOT to do....I know it helped me (and my loved ones actually) and I think its somethng you could consider at least.

I'm not quite clear as to whether your symptoms are of plain anxiety or agarophobia and panic attacks. However, there are several herbal products on the market might help you, if you're interested, my friend. The plus side of herbal remedies is that you don't get addicted to them, but you still need to follow guidelines carefully, as some herbs can be overdosed on. If they're definitely anxiety attacks, then there is a product called Seredyn which provides a fast-acting, long-lasting anxiety relief, promoting relaxation, reducing worry, and relieving irritability and tension. Find out more about this product here... http://www.seredyn.com/help_anxiety.html I've also found a site for you to peruse, which list a lot of products which will deal with anxiety, agarophobia and panic disorders. I think this may help you a lot, and you can find it at... http://www.designandcopy.ca/lifeline/anxietyhelp.html I'm not surprised you have ended up with anxiety problems after all that's happened to you in the past year or so, my friend. I will continue to send my energies to you, in the hope that you find the strength to get through this time, as I'm sure you will. Brightest Blessings, and I do hope some of this will be of help to you. Huggggggggggs. xxxxx

Hi raydene, You need to see your Dr. There sre medications that can help you. Sounds like you are having some panic attacks as well. This is treatable. Please seek help for it. There are so many people who suffer from anxiety/depression/panic attacks and have it under control. Your Dr may have to try you on different meds to find the right one for you. You will be ok! God bless.

Oh Mom anxiety is an awful, terrible thing and can be so crippling if you let it dig in. I have to ask that you try to do something now and not let this horrible thing overtake you - I had anxiety management classes, where I discovered that for me breathing exercises and recognizing the triggers was the most effective thing and once I could start limiting the extent of the anxiety attacks eventually they became less and less severe. I wish I could take this whole thing away from you Mom but I can send my love and prayers in your direction as always! I love you as do your Grandwees xxxx

Oh Mom anxiety is an awful, terrible thing and can be so crippling if you let it dig in. I have to ask that you try to do something now and not let this horrible thing overtake you - I had anxiety management classes, where I discovered that for me breathing exercises and recognizing the triggers was the most effective thing and once I could start limiting the extent of the anxiety attacks eventually they became less and less severe. I wish I could take this whole thing away from you Mom but I can send my love and prayers in your direction as always! I love you as do your Grandwees xxxx

Hi raydene! Oh my dear friend, please try to fight that feeling. I know you are trying your best fighting the anxiety. I admit that I have feelings like that sometimes and it is really hard for me to go out but I do force myself to get out of the door. It will be very difficult at first but soon it will make you feel comfortable going out of the door again. Stop making excuses for yourself not to go instead think of all the wonderful things that you may see or experience when you get out of that door. If there is anything I can do for you, I will my friend except don;t ask me to fly there for you. haha..I am just joking..just want to put a smile on that beautiful, gentle face of yours dear. i will always be here for you and praying for you. Take care and God bless!

hi Raydene sounds like you are having panic attacks and I have been there too. go see your primary care doctor as he can help you as there are now medications to help ease this or else he can send you to a panic attack health person who can also help with various things to help you get past these attacks. I used to get them in this humongous big grocerywarehouse, I would start shopping then could not breathe, all these hundreds of people were c oming at me, and my husband would come over and lead me over tothe section where there were tables and chairs and a snack bar. He would make me sit down,drink some coffee and he would get me a sandwich and then he would talk to me and calm me down so I could once again breathe and then I would feel so silly to get that anxious over something as simple as grocery shopping. I did go to a mental health professional who really helped me to get past these anxiety panic attacks. I no longer have them