Newbie, teacher, mum

[Tillyjean]

Hello!

I am newly diagnosed with anxiety and depression. I have self managed anxious tendencies my whole life. This past few months have been a whole new ball game!

being a Mum and a teacher I am highly strung. I feel I don’t get a chance to just stay in bed as I dearly want to. My husband is not supportive. He just made me change my psychologist appointment to a weekday as it’s too expensive on the weekend. This was after ranting about how pointless they were.

Im battling nausea and edginess due to the dr doubling my meds. I’ve had the past two days off work. I’ve had to step down from a leadership role and don’t know how I can move forward!

[Lost4eva]

Dear Tillyjean,

Thank you for joining the forum groups and sharing your story.

I am sorry that you are having a difficult time at the moment. Please know that it will get better and that you are not alone.

Being a mum and a teacher is hard work! And having a partner who isn't quite understanding as yet is even more difficult. Perhaps you could gently suggest that your partner read some material from this website to get an indication of the symptoms you are experiencing?

My partner didn't believe at all in mental health issues. He felt that it was a 'cop out' and that you should just get on with it. But over time, he has slowly grown to understand. It takes time.

Battling with medication issues is another thing that takes time. Your body needs time to adjust; but please go back and see your doctor if you are worried. There is no point in worrying alone!!!!

These forums are a great place to just let it all out. Know that you are not alone Tillyjean.

[blondguy]

Hello Tillyjean and thankyou for having the courage to post too. It takes great strength

Being newly diagnosed with anxiety/depression is not only upsetting yet overwhelming. I understand your situation as I was diagnosed in 1983 with the same and it really upset me

Stepping down from a leadership role is also familiar and painful. I understand

You mentioned that your husband finds counseling pointless. This is very sad as your health is paramount here....not the dollars....(if you can afford it of course)

Just out of respect Tillyjean...I have been taking meds (Antidepressants) for 20 years......combined with seeing my psychologist for a couple of years and then seeing my GP every 4 weeks for a fine tune......and it worked

As you know already, the meds arent a fix all. Combined with all the various coping mechanisms and counseling available they work very well. I am ex senior corporate and have had to 'juggle' my anxiety/depression

Please dont fight the meds...I used to be a 'Type A' personality and was always highly strung crossing all the T's and dotting all the I's....It can take a while to get a 'handle' on these awful symptoms Tillyjean

you are not alone Tillyjean....the forums are a safe and non judgemental place where you can post 🙂

my kindest thoughts

Paul

[teachersfirstau]

Tillyjean,

There are lots of other teachers being bullied at work that are suffering as well. If you have any questions or need help please ask as we have found that the NSW Teachers Federation does not help as much as it should.

Paul Number Two LOL