Terrible anxiety wrecking my life?!


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Terrible anxiety wrecking my life?

i have depression and extrmely high levels of anxiety. i am trying to get it under control with meds. i have been with someone for 17 years and i think hes getting tired of my problem. when im not in a good place its hard to do the things i like with him and i dont want his friends to see me this way.i dont think he understands why i have this. and its a great stressor thinking i may lose him because he sees his future dealing with this. i feel like i am weak and a failure for not being able to stop this. please can anyone tell me their sucess stories and what med may have worked for them? i am scared all the time . if anyone out there knows of a good support group in manhattan let me know.


Answers:

I'm not from your area, but I just wanted to send you a word of encouragement. You have an illness. You did not ask for it or do anything to deserve it. Please try to eat a good diet and get some light exercise. I know it's hard when you're depressed to get out, but try to go for a walk each day. I also want you to realize that his friends will not really notice your depression unless you choose to talk about it. Honey, people are so self absorbed, they'll never pick up on your issues if you just nod along and make simple conversation. This has nothing to do with weakness and you are in no way a failure. If you're meds aren't helping, talk with your doctor or seek a second opinion. Unfortunately, the treatment for depression is not an exact science. Keep trying until you find the right mix, under a good doctor's care. Many accomplished, brilliant people have suffered with depression. I don't think your significant other will abandon you after 17 years. Be very loving and appreciative when you do feel well. It's probably just the anxiety making you fearful of losing him. It creates unfounded fears. I will be praying for you .




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