Anxiety in relation to parental figures

[adrl]

As a teenager I understand that you fight with your parents, that you disagree and that you don't always see eye to eye. As a child though you aren't meant to feel unsafe in your own home. Even when I was young I was a particularly worrisome and anxious child, but within the past 18 months a lot has happened to my family and as a result my anxiety has been at an all time high. It's at the point where I hear my parents say my name and I break out into a cold sweat, the minute I hear the phrase, "we need to talk" or, "you're in trouble" I burst into uncontrollable tears.

More than anything, I need advice as to what I should do. I can't living in, well, fear of my parents - it's not healthy for anyone.

[Blue_Jane]

Hi adrl

Sorry to hear what is going on with you. Are your parents aware of how you are feeling? What about other family members?

I think the next step is for you to go to your GP and share how you are feeling. Do you have a GP you see or is there a GP close by? Explain to them how you are feeling and they might have some ideas to make you feel better. They might suggest a counsellor or a psychologist who you can talk to.

Let me know how you go.

Blue Jane

[BballJ]

Hi adrl,

I have seen anxiety sufferers relating to various family issues, firstly because I am one of those people who suffers anxiety from unresolved family issues. It isn't right that you feel this way just when you hear your name, in fear of getting in trouble or what not but like Blue Jane said above it may be something where you need to speak to your GP about and possibly another family member or your parents and letting them know how you are feeling. It is important not to hold it in and posting here is a great first step but reaching out for help from a trained professional like a psychologist may also have great benefits to you long term as well.

Please, post back as much as you like, we are always happy to talk.

My best for you,

Jay