I am afraid

[Fragment]

Hi, i have never posted on here before. But i better start some where.

Quick intro; i am 26 year old man i also have a daughter. I quit one of my jobs left my relationship two days ago. I don't go out anymore and only have one true friend.

i am afraid of other people and get nervous but appear confident. I am getting help with medication and couciling. But i can't function properly anymore. I feel like i have done nothing with my life. I always struggle to do anything. I feel like the worlds biggest failure. Any advice on how to get out there and to not fear things anymore. I have been this way for so long i don't know where to begin

[Starwolf]

Hi Fragment, a warm welcome to you.

It seems you are in a difficult head space and have been feeling that way for quite some time. Well done for finding the courage to acknowledge something is not right and to reach out for assistance. It is not an easy thing to do.

Losing a job and a relationship sure is a difficult, distressful transition. Such losses would amplify any existing emotional unrest.

You will need a proper diagnosis but it sounds like you could be suffering from depression/anxiety. Depression is a medical condition, different from feeling depressed which is a passing state. Like all medical conditions, it should be considered and treated as such. It will not go away if left unattended and could deteriorate further.

I'd suggest you do the K10 test (top left of this page in the Facts section). It doesn't replace professional diagnosis but will help you figure what you may be up against. You will find more info about depression/anxiety in the same section.

If you find your score is high, booking a long GP appointment would be the next step (you could take the test results with you). You may need to go on a health plan including subsidized sessions with a therapist or counselor to help you get to the bottom of the issue. The good news is, with the right help, support and commitment to recovery, you can and will regain some peace of mind and quality of Life. There's no need to continue to struggle alone and in silence. Help is available.

You are young. There is plenty time for you to choose a fulfilling life path. But your mental/emotional well being is the priority right now. So please take good care of yourself. No need to feel embarrassed, you are in no way to blame. This is something happening to you, not caused by you. Just like you would have no choice in being diabetic for example.

Navigating the forums will show you are not alone. A safe space to connect, share and/or let steam off. Please feel free to post as much and as often as you wish. We'd like to get to know you a little better.

It's a pleasure to have you on board.

[Fragment]

Thank you for the information and support! I will continue to post to help with my recovery. Thank you

[Meowface]

Hi Fragment life is overwhelming sometimes especially when our own headspace isn't great and we're dealing with huge changes. When my anxiety is bad sometimes I seem so confident because I'll be running on adrenaline but can feel like I'm not even breathing because it's just a front for my spinning head. I struggle to overcome fears and sometimes branch out but also sometimes just can't do it. It's an up and down rollercoaster - I'm on mild meds now but even then my confidence goes up and down good days bad days. But when I have some supports in place like seeing my GP or psychologist again I have a bit more cushioning to try new things.