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anxious but wanting help

ColourCatContributor

anxious but wanting help

i guess ill introduce myself, im Marley and im 20 and i dont know what it is i have affecting me, but its been a constant pretty much since 2013ish. i feel so miserable and alone and my only solace is my partner, but i met them online and they live in California. I was recently with them for a couple of weeks but ive just been miserable since returning to Australia. I want to be back with them so badly they are one of very few things that are comforting to me.

anyway, i want to seek help to get a diagnosis on what is affecting me (i have my suspicions and have done thorough research). the only thing is im incredibly anxious about going out and doing that. i dont want to do it alone but i have nobody else to rely on for support here in Australia.

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CherryBombSenior Contributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

Hi @ColourCat,

Welcome to the Forums!

Sounds like there's a lot going on for you - being far away from your partner, feeling like something not quite rights, and feeling alone. It's understandable that you're feeling really down.

It's seems like you're a bit stuck with going to the doctors, as you're wanting support to do this. Perhaps we could provide you with some virtual support? A few people on here text on here while they're waiting to see their doctor.

@outlander is someone you may want to connect with. Outlander was hoping to connect with some people on here closer to her age, she's in her 20s. She often uses the SANE Forums for support when she goes to medical appointments. @outlander can you offer some advice here?

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outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

@CherryBomb ❤❤

Hi and welcome to thr forums @ColourCat as cherrybomb has said i do use the forums when i get nervous about going to a gp or other appointment we are like family on here and we support each other the best we can .

Feeling alone is a very hard thing to deal with. I know ive been and still going through it but since being on here not so much. I hope you can find the same thing.

I really think you should see your gp and get a diagnosis and from there they can also help you as well. They can give mental health plans and provide numbers and things to other supports in your area..

Im sure @CherryBomb here could give you dome useful numbers as well such as KHL Beyond Blue Headspace that your able to use as well

And yes i do text on here while im in the waiting room as well just to help with nerves as well

Nice to meet you 🙂 hopefully anything i just said makes sense lol

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CherryBombSenior Contributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

Thanks for you response @outlander!

Here are some links to services you mentioned:

Kids Help Line

Headspace.

Beyond Blue

@ColourCat if you're wanting to hang out and chat with others, feel free to join in on the Night Shift thread. There's a few people in there just chilling out. @Faith-and-Hope, one of community guides, can show you around and introduce you to the peeps in there if you want.

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outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

Oh theres also anyone feel like chatting too @ColourCat
@CherryBomb could you link that one up too

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outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

Ahh yes the loveley @Faith-and-Hope ❤ ❤ ❤ ❤

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ColourCatContributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

Hi @CherryBomb and @outlander

thank you both so much for welcoming me, i do hope to be able to connect with others here too!

im not really sure about seeing a gp as i havent been to see one in ages so i dont really have a regular one. i dont even remember the last one i went to oops. should i just try and find a new one?

i may try and contact one of those services thank you for those links!

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outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

I tagged u in the chat thread its not too active atm but it does through the morning and nights as well @ColourCat
Yes i think you should find another gp in your area and get the help you deserve ❤❤
Those helplines are very good you can ring or go on webchat and talk away they are qualified therapists 🙂

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ColourCatContributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

thank you @outlander i really appreciate all yoyr help a lot!

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outlanderSenior Contributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

Thats ok 🙂 @ColourCat

Id love to get to know you abit more?

What sort of things do you like doing? Do u own any pets? Siblings?

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CherryBombSenior Contributor

Re: anxious but wanting help

Here's a link @outlander and @ColourCat

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