How do I fix my anxiety?!
Question:
How do I fix my anxiety?
Man, Im having a lot of trouble these days with my own self. I feel retarded most of the time cause I cant seem to show the world my true self without all this stupid anxiety I have.
I have hard time being with people in general. I get nerved up when I go to places where a lot of people are. I blush really bad, sometimes I get shortness of breath and constantly looking around me. I have to go to department of motor vehicles tommorow and I hate that place cause a lot of people are there. It feels claustraphobic at times. I let pride in my way because I thought it was nothing/ Its effecting my social life . I have only 2 friends, and Im very withdrawn from my family. I need help, what do I do, what will happen?
Answers:
Clearly you have an anxiety disorder. Most likely social anxiety. Treatment is indicated in your case. The best results come from three types of treatment in combination. (1) Medication therapy - NOT WEED. Actually, weed will probably make things worse as it will peek your paranoia and you anxiety will take off like a rocket. Paxil is one medication that is often used for social phobia. (2) The second form of therapy is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. You see anxiety actually is driven by though - the feeling comes later. Get a handle on the thoughts and your feelings will calm. Your therapist can explain this more. (3) Finally, the third form of treatment is behavioral modification - specifically relaxation exercises and meditation.
Good luck. Help is available and you already have good insight.