What kind of psychotropic medication do I need to be on?!
Question: I have anxiety issues--but no panic. I also have significant concentration problems, and mild depression. I can't concentrate. I have little energy. I always feel "down." Sitting in crowded rooms is one of my biggest fears. My stomach always feels like it is welling up with gas and I am afraid that I am going to pass gas in front of everybody. Sometimes, I think I would rather be dead than to do a presentation. One time, I had to talk in class for five minutes or so and my armpits were drenched with sweat when I was done. I want to become a productive person again.
Answers: I have anxiety issues--but no panic. I also have significant concentration problems, and mild depression. I can't concentrate. I have little energy. I always feel "down." Sitting in crowded rooms is one of my biggest fears. My stomach always feels like it is welling up with gas and I am afraid that I am going to pass gas in front of everybody. Sometimes, I think I would rather be dead than to do a presentation. One time, I had to talk in class for five minutes or so and my armpits were drenched with sweat when I was done. I want to become a productive person again.
Mental health professional here...
Without a thorough assessment it's difficult to tell, but based just on what you've shared, it sounds like you may have Generalized Anxiety Disorder with Agoraphobia or Social Anxiety.
The good news is that with a clinician trained in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) you can be symptom free in approximately 8 sessions. There may be a need for medication, but I'd go with natural, proven things such a Fish Oil (depression) and L-Theaninie (anxiety) first. These two are a great combination for your symptoms.
It's also important to have a thorough physical, with blood work. There are several medical conditions that can mimic mental health problems. The rulle of thumb is if you haven't had a thorough physical in two years it's time to get one.
Hope this helps!
Dave Turo-Shields
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The best thing you can do is seek help from a mental health care professional. We are just geeks on computers and not qualified or authorized to give someone advice on medications. I would offer that you read some self-help books, though. Generally, this is an effective way to deal with some problems without using medications.