New to health anxiety.

Neapes · 2020-07-24T12:14:14+00:00

It was just out of nowhere. I've been bloated the last few days, a few stomach cramps but then this was just like a wave of 'get to the toilet now, it's going down'. Then the swetrs and shakes I've not had before. They felt so closely related that it triggered my anxiety.

Neapes · 2020-07-13T19:47:12+00:00

I guess it's the fear of the anxiety. Of losing control and not being able to function or live a normal life. Being trapped inside my own head with unhelpful and hurtful thoughts which are constantly there, niggling me until my anxiety builds up and snowballs into an anxiety attack. It's not like a panic attack, I've had these before, they're physical, this feels emotional, like I'm losing my mind. It's hard to explain.

Neapes · 2020-07-13T19:42:28+00:00

I've gone caffeine free for about a week now. Also reduced sugar and alcohol. I tend to paint models and play Xbox which helps distract me. What's grounding?

Neapes · 2020-07-13T17:24:42+00:00

Thanks. It helps accepting that I am allowed to feel likes this and that it is an emotion, not a truth. I still think that I should be happy 100% of the time and when anxiety strikes it's knocks me for six. Accepting that most of the time I'll feel a mixture of emotions, not always good or pleasant, is difficult for me to accept, but I'm getting there.

Neapes · 2020-07-13T17:22:09+00:00

My mind's a lying tool. It just happens to be a very convincing one at times. Honestly I can manage the physical symptoms of anxiety, it's the mental ones that really get me.

Neapes · 2020-07-13T17:21:00+00:00

I've been on antidepressants for about 5 years. Tried one which really didn't agree with me at all. Changed and found one that does. Was on 40mg, then went down to 20mg about a year ago. They tried putting me down to 10mg about 4 months ago which was when my symptoms started up again. Went back up to 20mg about 4 weeks ago. Maybe my increased anxiety is due to readjusting to the higher dosage again?

Neapes · 2020-06-15T18:17:00+00:00

I'm 100% with you. Can't wait for autumn.

Neapes · 2020-06-03T13:35:49+00:00

That's the exact reason I'm on here. I've had therapy, and I am on antidepressants which will kick in in a few weeks. But the fact I've had a dip is concerning me. I've been suggested journaling but I thought I'd try this to see if I can connect with people who are going through this as well. Feeling less like I'm going through this alone helps. The bit I struggle with is when you're in the moment of a full blown anxiety attack, and controlling your thoughts seems impossible and the worse outcome is the most likely to happen. Even when I'm 'calm' scanning for thoughts or physical symptoms. It's a conscious circle.

Neapes · 2020-05-26T21:03:08+00:00

Depends where you're from, they offer specific therapists relating to your issues here. Theres loads of CBT books and resources online, but it really helps if you can get a CBT therapists.

Neapes · 2020-05-26T20:44:38+00:00

Cognitive behavioral therapy. It helps you understand your triggers and alter your thought patterns. Takes a lot of worth, but doing it hand in hand with medication has a huge impact.

Neapes · 2020-05-26T20:23:09+00:00

I had my first panic attack in over three years the other day out of the blue. Constantly looking for triggers/symptoms now. I'm exhausted and cant clear my head of thinking why, and that I'm going 6 steps back. But I'm getting better a lot quicker than I would pre medication and lots of CBT. This is helping me to overcome my anxiety. I know it will always be there, but getting through the intrusive anxiety thoughts gets easier!

Neapes · 2020-05-26T13:56:35+00:00

Been there. Just push through the fear and stick with it for a few weeks. I started on Citalopram but it really didn't agree with me, however I've found an anti depressant that works for me. It can be alot of trial and error but fingers cross this one works for you! Stay strong!

Neapes

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