hi all as of last week I have never open up to a group like this or really admitted to anyone or myself that I suffer from anxiety and have panic attacks, and suffer from depression and iam a long term sufferer. Within a week this site has helped me to understand more about what I go through, and how to respond to an attack or negative thought.And most importantly iam not alone nor is anyone else that seeks help and support.
Iam on antidepressants which I have had to increase over the last week which is a good thing because they are helping,iam also waiting for an appointment to speak to someone. I don't like taking the tablets but they help and make me feel better most importantly I can enjoy my life.
The biggest help for me this week was admitting to myself that I have anxiety instead of constantly fighting it. and telling myself that I will control my anxiety it wont control me anymore its a start I know I have to work on it daily.
today was a good day as I was able to go to work for first time for a week with no panic attacks and that's important as iam self-employed.Iam going keep working on my illness so I get better and start doing things that I have missed out on in the past instead of playing it safe at home all the time that's my plan anyway.
So please people seek help take the first step,read through the posts I know its hard but things do get better.
thank you
