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Eve1Casual Contributor
Hi, I am new to this. I have been suffering severe anxiety since I had an accident in June. I am seeing a psychologist and am on medication. My doctor did not explain the medication to me and now I find that it is almost impossible to get off. I am so worried as it d oes not seem to be helping me. Every day is endless and filled with anxiety. At the moment I cannot even leave the house. People say I will get better but I am beginning to doubt it.
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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utopiaSenior Contributor
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Eve1Casual Contributor
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QueenieSenior Contributor
Hi @Eve1, it's a pleasure to 'meet' you.
I really think you need to make that appointment with your doctor to discuss the medication to gain an understanding of it and also to work out what are the best treatment options for you.
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Eve1Casual Contributor
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frogSenior Contributor
Hi @Eve1 Your anxiety sounds really hard to manage. I struggle with anxiety too, to varying degrees. Sometimes it's just in the background, but other times it is horrible, inescapable and overwhelming. My understanding is that you do need a referral to see a psychiatrist. I found one that seems to have superpowers when it comes to medications i.e. finding what works for me. Not that they 'fix' things, but they can put a floor under anxiety/depression to the extent that you can find your feet and try other things as well. I find meditation and walking helpful, but it's a very individual thing. If my medication is not right I can't focus enough to meditate, and my motivation to do proactive things, like walking, drops. Sounds like returning to the GP is the place to start, but if you are just not getting better/getting help, might be time to look further afield. All the best.
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Eve1Casual Contributor
Hi@frog. My anxiety sounds similar to yours. It's a bitch! Had a couple of good days last week but now am in bed not knowing how to cope. My medication just seems to have suddenly stopped working. Have only been on this one 6 weeks. Nurse rang up to say I had to go and see my doctor but for the last week I have been housebound and they just ignore it. Such a dreadful condition. People don't realise. All the best.
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utopiaSenior Contributor
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