Does anyone have irrational fears like fear of dying or fear of going crazy?!


Question: I'm 18 and everyday I have these terrifying thoughts that this could be the last day I'm alive. I'm not ill so I know I'm not dying but it affects how I act in my daily life so much that I panic and think I'm going crazy and no one can help! Also I'm afraid to go to a doctor because I'm scared they'll diagnose me with schizophrenia or something (which is one of my greatest fears) and then I'll think I have it and therefore go completely nuts... And no I dont use drugs this is completely my own thoughts and I've been trying to calm myself down and reassure myself for so long that I'm wondering if anyone else has gone through this and what did u do to fix it?


Answers: I'm 18 and everyday I have these terrifying thoughts that this could be the last day I'm alive. I'm not ill so I know I'm not dying but it affects how I act in my daily life so much that I panic and think I'm going crazy and no one can help! Also I'm afraid to go to a doctor because I'm scared they'll diagnose me with schizophrenia or something (which is one of my greatest fears) and then I'll think I have it and therefore go completely nuts... And no I dont use drugs this is completely my own thoughts and I've been trying to calm myself down and reassure myself for so long that I'm wondering if anyone else has gone through this and what did u do to fix it?

Yeah. I am a bit younger and constantly have this fear. As well as the fear of going to the doctor's to be diagnosed with some illness.

The inevitable is: we will all die someday.

Don't get too worried about it. Just breathe and massage your neck. Don't get stressed out about it--it just adds more intense fear and guilt about not doing something because of that fear.

I would go to your doctor's...they might even suggest a therapist to talk to. I was asked if I was depressed and I couldn't bear to think that I was, so I said "No." I regret making that decision, when the truth is ... all that she described as to being depressed is what I am. It felt good for that moment to know the actual facts and to feel somewhat connected to someone.

I would, also, talk to some trusted adult about this ... they will be more thoughtful and will get you help if you can't do it alone. Also, they will know how to get your mind in the right zone. Another thing is that if you feel too stressed out about it, tell a close friend. They could help you and will understand more fully.

I told a friend. It might have been the best decision I've made since this whole scenario started. If you ever need to talk, feel free to e-mail me: xox_gorgeous.blonde_xox@yahoo.com

I feel like this as well...sometimes and perhaps to a lesser degree . It doesnt sound too wild , i suggest you should see a doc though and that would relieve your pressure . Think about god always ....

as fdr said "the only thing to fear is fear itself" i think you just need to relax, its the fear and tension that is bothering you, think about what would happen if you did die. It wouldn't be that bad, you wouldn't know the difference, live life to the fullest while you can, someday when you are old you will wish that you didn't worry so much about insignificant things at such an early age. Find something to keep your mind off these things like a club or a good book. If nothing works i would try a therapist, one could really help.

Ok...here you go...
I too used to suffer unbearably...I'd think I was going to die while in church and I'd feel my heart race like crazy. I'd get these horrible fears out of nowhere. Turns out it's "anxiety disorder" also known as panic attacks... it's a chemical imbalance in the brain. It's treatable with drugs like Ativan, Xanax...and many others. Speak to your doctor about your symptoms. They won't think your mental!!!
Fear of dying isn't schizophrenia...if you hear voices telling you things to do, or what you are...that's another story. Worse case scenario...schizophrenia is totally treatable. I guarantee you are fine...just anxious! (Have your thyroid checked too...there are thyroid problems that can cause panic)

i used to have the same problem. I used to worry everyday about things that are not in my control. Everyday i used to worry and do weird things like pinch my fingers when someone cursed and blow my hands. How did i get over it?
I am very close to God and I knew that no doctor could help me or medicine. I needed God. I prayed to him to help me overcome these fears.

People are mostly likely are going to say you have OCD and that you need to go to a psycologist but not everyone has that luxuary of going to one so I had to help myself. Im not sure about your connection with God but my Grandma mainly helped me defeat this problem and I didnt have to tell her about what was actually going on but how i felt and she said
'Touch where you are being bothering and say "Satan, i know its you and you will leave in the Holy Name of Jesus" and say the Word because Satan fears the Word.

Like i said, I do know your connection with God or if you are not a beliver :( but tell yourself that you are a confident beautiful person but your fears cant hold you down

Good luck!

I'm 18 too and I have irrational fears ALL the time. For example, if I'm in church on a Sunday, and I'm chewing gum, will God strike me down with lightning, lol. Crazy, I know. Or I'll think, if I'm close to my boyfriend, will God take him away from me because of obsession. I don't think these things will happen, it's just in the moment that it frightens me. I think, geez, why can't I just live a normal life! Lol... Everything will be okay. We die when we die, and until then we live. Praise God :)

Good news. everything is fine. It's time to re-evaluate your life. Find things to do to occupy the negative thoughts. Do something for your community. Help someone in need. Exercise always helps. Keep with it don't give up and always try to see the good in something no matter what.





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