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Chris_B Forums etiquette: give support to receive support
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Hi everyone, particularly any new members who may be reading. From time to time, we get contacted by members who are unhappy that they haven’t received a lot of replies to their posts. Our community champions work very hard to make sure that all newb... View more

Hi everyone, particularly any new members who may be reading. From time to time, we get contacted by members who are unhappy that they haven’t received a lot of replies to their posts. Our community champions work very hard to make sure that all newbies are welcomed when they first post, and we understand that it’s a big step to post for the first time on a forum like this, especially if you aren’t feeling great. It’s important to remember, though, that these forums are a community of real people, just like you, not a one-on-one support environment like going to see your psychologist. To get the best out of being here, one of the best tips we can offer is give support to receive support. Being a good community member means: participating in different threads (not just your own), replying to people who have taken the time to reply to you (even if it’s just to say thank you), and... posting words of emotional support and encouragement when you see others who are hurting and reaching out. You don’t have to feel obliged to solve the problems of others: that’s not what we’re here for. But you can offer empathy and what you’ve learned from your own life experiences, even if it’s just a line or two, eg. “I don't know what to say, but I want to give you my support and tell you I care about what is happening to you and hope life will get better soon.” Try to develop an interest in the journeys of others here on the forums. You may be surprised at how good being an active, caring member here can make you feel. For those of you who have had good experiences giving support here on the forums, please post in this thread here and let us know how it has helped you on your journey.

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Blondyroses I dont understand my head
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Hi, i have a family relative wanting to stay Wed-Sat this week. I have a very private phone meeting on thursday so i asked her to come after the appointment. She offered to disappear for when the phone call was going to happen but i wasnt happy with ... View more

Hi, i have a family relative wanting to stay Wed-Sat this week. I have a very private phone meeting on thursday so i asked her to come after the appointment. She offered to disappear for when the phone call was going to happen but i wasnt happy with that and i was having a panic attack because of this. I told her i wasnt in a good head space and could only cope with 2 days. Now she is looking for somewhere to crash on the Wed night. My anxiety eased a little but now im finding myself feeling guilty as i upset her plans and guilty for speaking my truth. Like i maybe shouldnt have said anythjng. I hate it when people just think they can lob on you. The relative is no trouble just that im a liner and cant do 3 days visit. 2 days is too ling! Why do i feel guilty?? I simply just didnt want to be imposed on. Why do i go into panic mode??

21-12-00 University Stress
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Hello to whoever is reading this,I'm studying at university, doing a Bachelor of Science. I have a report due and currently freaking out about it. This report has been hanging over my head and making me feel horrible knowing its due. The report is du... View more

Hello to whoever is reading this,I'm studying at university, doing a Bachelor of Science. I have a report due and currently freaking out about it. This report has been hanging over my head and making me feel horrible knowing its due. The report is due soon and I've barley been making any progress on it. I've been having a lot of panic attacks due to this and a couple of mental breakdowns. I'm just wondering what some strategies are I could use to help me feel better mentally. Kind regards, Emily

Scott_O Just so i dont feel so alone
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Does anyone else go through acid reflux, burping just general stomach stuff with their anxiety, i have had blood tests, ultrasound, seen a gastrointestinal specialist and she just said to diaphragm breathe, i think because i dont know anyone personal... View more

Does anyone else go through acid reflux, burping just general stomach stuff with their anxiety, i have had blood tests, ultrasound, seen a gastrointestinal specialist and she just said to diaphragm breathe, i think because i dont know anyone personally going through this it really triggers my health anxiety.

GreenEgg Birthday anxiety & sadness
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Hello My birthday is coming up and it’s a big one. I’m feeling a bit pressured and stressed about having a party or even just a big dinner. Does anyone feels the same around their birthdays? Secretly I kind of wish I could have a big party with lots ... View more

Hello My birthday is coming up and it’s a big one. I’m feeling a bit pressured and stressed about having a party or even just a big dinner. Does anyone feels the same around their birthdays? Secretly I kind of wish I could have a big party with lots of family and friends and everyone have fun. In reality I don’t think this will ever happen, so I downplay the whole thing.Its kind of a storm for me:- creating in my own head competing demands between friends v family- worry that no one will even want to attend or be able to - worry that if people do attend they won’t have fun, will find it awkward or judge me for not having many friends- worry about ageing and expectations around that and feeling behind- worry about all the planning aspects, which isn’t my forte. And the list goes on and on. Even things that should be simple like choosing a date turn into these huge stressful things. CheersG

Kourtney Anxiety attacks over a new relationship
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I’ve been having bad anxiety attacks that have been lasting over 2 hours, I think it is caused by a new relationship and my brain thinking the worst, he tells me everything is good between us, but my brain doesn’t comprehend that and I have attacks o... View more

I’ve been having bad anxiety attacks that have been lasting over 2 hours, I think it is caused by a new relationship and my brain thinking the worst, he tells me everything is good between us, but my brain doesn’t comprehend that and I have attacks over it

TomC Anxiety Attack - Stupid Reason
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Good Morning, I made a stupid spelling mistake on a website yesterday - the word ended up being a word in another language that has illegal matter based on it. I never knew - and it was a very basic spelling mistake (one letter, next to each other on... View more

Good Morning, I made a stupid spelling mistake on a website yesterday - the word ended up being a word in another language that has illegal matter based on it. I never knew - and it was a very basic spelling mistake (one letter, next to each other on the keyboard). A federal warning appeared on my screen, and I immediately closed the window. I never saw anything. I have now had severe anxiety attacks (have had several attacks over my life, had help), based on being concern this will trigger the police and I will have legal issue , based on a mistake of one letter. I understand no-one can provide legal help on these forums - but common sense and guidance to my anxiety might help lower my levels

Skittles92 Adhd Diagnosis
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Hi all, I've been in therapy for a bit but lately my depression has gotten alot worse. They have mentioned that it's caused by my untreated adhd but I haven't the first clue on where to start with getting diagnosed. Can anyone help me out? View more

Hi all, I've been in therapy for a bit but lately my depression has gotten alot worse. They have mentioned that it's caused by my untreated adhd but I haven't the first clue on where to start with getting diagnosed. Can anyone help me out?

TunnelVision Motivation strategies
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Hello All. I've been an occasional visitor here over the past few years and thought I'd check in with you all on what you are doing to build your motivation again when you are on the path to recovery from anxiety. I recently started taking medication... View more

Hello All. I've been an occasional visitor here over the past few years and thought I'd check in with you all on what you are doing to build your motivation again when you are on the path to recovery from anxiety. I recently started taking medication to help deal as it had become a major problem and in the past year or so had spiralled down to the point I have lost all interest in doing anything much outside of the day to day. However I have other physical health issues I need to deal with and am struggling to keep motivated to do that. I know I am able to get stuff done. I work full time, have 3 kids and take care of a whole house by myself. But I need to start making my health a priority in there somewhere and I really struggle with keeping that going. I am still in the settling in phase of taking the meds and I know that once I've reached a more 'even' state I will be able start addressing other issues a bit better, but I guess my fear is that any motivation I'm able to build will just dwindle like it always does. So I'm looking for some strategies that will help me with that and would love to hear what works for you.

MHY Severe anxiety
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Hey members I am new I am wanting to know some tips and tricks with out medication for dealing with severe anxiety I have a two year old and a 5 month old I am at home with they are amazing kids But during the day and evenings I am getting a tight th... View more

Hey members I am new I am wanting to know some tips and tricks with out medication for dealing with severe anxiety I have a two year old and a 5 month old I am at home with they are amazing kids But during the day and evenings I am getting a tight throat, chest pain, feel like my lungs/chest are heavy ,body is lethargic all the time I am getting face tingles and feel like there is so much pressure in my forehead it’s going to explode sometimes what has anyone done about this if they have suffered it ?

James2018 Feeling light headed & woozy could this be due to TIGHT NECK MUSCLES?
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I have recently gone through a lot of tests for other symptoms but these tests were numerous and all over body tests. Recently following an osteopath visit I am extremely dizzy/light headed/woozy and at the same time and am experiencing very tight ne... View more

I have recently gone through a lot of tests for other symptoms but these tests were numerous and all over body tests. Recently following an osteopath visit I am extremely dizzy/light headed/woozy and at the same time and am experiencing very tight neck muscles not painful) and shoulders. Can tight neck muscles cause light headed/wooziness?