First timers

[CGP]

Hi just trying to get by. Have had anxiety most of my life and given benzo on 1996 to help. Became very addicted to these and best to stay away from...have worked through all the time as a teacher but often feel out of co trol I I. The classroom. O am looking to have online chats through beyp d blue website. Please I introduce yourself to thanks.

[Milo77]

Hi CGP , I am new to this too.  Suffered from anxiety for years and just thought I'd see if there was some help in these forums.  Happy to chat :0

[White_Rose]

Hello CGP and Milo

Welcome to Beyond Blue. It's great that you have decided to write in here and join in the discussions. Please feel free to raise any topic or ask for information and support. Also explore the site and read the information available to you.

Feel free to join in other conversations and offer your insights. This is a good place to express your feelings and doubts. we have all experienced different forms of mental illness such as depression and anxiety and are happy to share our experiences.

Remember that if things get tough you can phone the BB helpline 24/7 on 1300 22 4536. I hope to hear from both of you.

Cheers

Mary

[Narniakid]

Hi CGP and welcome to the forums!

You've come to the right place for some help! beyond blue have wonderful resources about depression and anxiety, they way they work, and the different treatments avaliable. Have a read of the info under the Resources tab.

Medication is one option but have you thought about seeing a psycologist? Cognitive thinking therapy through sessions with a specialist is one of the most effective non-medicated forms of treatment avaliable.

What I suggest you do is take a visit to your local GP for a professional diagnosis, and discuss the different options avaliable and they will be able to refer you on.

Remember, negative thoughts are just reactions to fear, and anxiety thrives on avoidance. You won't feel like this forever, don't give up!

Crystal