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Hey there! Welcome to the Young People section of the Beyond Blue Forums. The purpose of this section is to provide members aged 25 and under a space to discuss life issues, tricky situations and the difficult emotions and feelings that come with tho... View more

Hey there! Welcome to the Young People section of the Beyond Blue Forums. The purpose of this section is to provide members aged 25 and under a space to discuss life issues, tricky situations and the difficult emotions and feelings that come with those. If you are aged over 25, please be mindful that this is a space for younger people to connect and provide support for each other. These forums are moderated, so your posts may not appear straight away. Information on moderation on the Forums can be found here. Being familiar with our Community Guidelines can help ensure that your posts appear online as quickly as possible. If we have concerns about your wellbeing, one of our friendly moderators will check in with you privately to make sure you get the support you need. If you need more immediate support, we recommend reaching out to the following: Beyond Blue Support Service – any time, chat online to a counsellor or call 1300 22 4636 Headspace – between 9am and 1am (AEST), chat online to a mental health clinician or call 1800 650 890 Kids Helpline – any time, chat online to a counsellor or call 1800 55 1800 Thank you for being here. We’re glad you’ve found us here and hope this can be a supportive space for you Beyond Blue

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Megantron Trying to decipher my anxiety...
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Hi everyone, I need your help. For the last 3 - 4 years whenever I am out in public, whether it is at the shops, a festival or sightseeing i get struck with an intense feeling of nausea to the point i feel like being sick out of the blue. Some times ... View more

Hi everyone, I need your help. For the last 3 - 4 years whenever I am out in public, whether it is at the shops, a festival or sightseeing i get struck with an intense feeling of nausea to the point i feel like being sick out of the blue. Some times i'll feel tight in my chest but rare..nausea is my only symptom. I dont feel anything beforehand. Sometimes I may get these symptoms at home when im even by myself as well. I have seen a psycologist in the past and she seemed to think it could be some form of social anxiety....but i am a really confident person? I can chat to anyone and i am never intimidated by anyone. Soo, my questions are as follows: Is nausea (only) a common form of anxiety? What type of anxiety may I have and why does it happen out of the blue for no reason? Does this happen to anyone else? How can i help my anxiety? I look forward to hearing from someone. Thanks x

Shannanabanana Why am I like this?
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Like most people I've struggled with things through my life at different points. But I've finally reached the point where my lying, skin peeling and anxiety are enough (i'm 17). I've done some web counselling on a few different websites and all of th... View more

Like most people I've struggled with things through my life at different points. But I've finally reached the point where my lying, skin peeling and anxiety are enough (i'm 17). I've done some web counselling on a few different websites and all of them tell me to go to the gp like I should but I can't. I just can't. It's too hard for me to use words in speaking. I can't explain what i'm feeling because I can't feel it. I know it would help but i'd need to talk and tell the truth and recognise stuff I don't want to see. I really do want help but why is it so hard for me? Why can't I just go there and spill my guts? Thank you for reading I am hoping to gain some insight from people who are maybe similar. Shannon,

Anon516 I don't really care anymore
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I'm not even sure where to start, seeing as I've never spoken to anyone about this before but I think I need to try. I guess I just don't really care anymore. Nothing seems to matter to me or hold any sort of significance or purpose, its just nothing... View more

I'm not even sure where to start, seeing as I've never spoken to anyone about this before but I think I need to try. I guess I just don't really care anymore. Nothing seems to matter to me or hold any sort of significance or purpose, its just nothingness. Up until around 2013 (when I was in grade 10) I had been getting awards for academic achievement and stuff, but I guess I started questioning why I cared about any of it and couldn't find a good reason so I just stopped caring altogether. From then on It's just gotten worse, I now feel like I don't remember anything good or from my past anymore either. People always seem to talk about defining moments in their childhood and how that has shaped them, but I can't think of any. In fact I can only think of when my actions have hurt others or myself. I've pretty much shut my family out of my life, barely talking to them anymore. I feel like no one really knows me properly they just know this kind of facade that I put on so that no one asks if anything is wrong. I don't know why but for some reason I hate the idea of talking to other people about my feelings, emotions and all that crap, I guess I just don't want anyone to view me differently. I had a school phycologist at my school that I seriously considered visiting but I could never bring myself to do it because I didn't want my family, friends or teachers to find out. I remember about a year ago the school career councillor while trying to figure out a possible carrier path for me asked me what got me up in the morning. I honestly had no answer, nothing. Also it might sound stupid but I honestly feel like I'm not as smart as I used to be and my thoughts are increasingly foggy and incoherent. I also have qualms about my appearance and such which I doubt helps. Every now and again (when no one is around) I just freak out and start screaming into my pillow, throwing things around slamming doors etc. I don't know why, I just have this sort of urge. This whole kind of feeling comes in waves almost, sometimes I feel much better and sometimes I feel much worse. If I'm honest writing about this has already made me feel a little better but I still can't really escape this feeling. To be honest I feel like an idiot posting all of this, like maybe it is just all in my head and I just need to stop being a prick and sort myself out. This is also probably hugely incoherent as i'm finding it really hard to put my thoughts into words.

Lolly_Muffins Worried about Mental Health (how to tell parents?)
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I've been worrying a lot about school, band, and pretty much all work-related stuff, as well as my social situation, for about a year maybe, and I'd always been intrigued my mental health. So, recently, I was looking around and I found Borderline Per... View more

I've been worrying a lot about school, band, and pretty much all work-related stuff, as well as my social situation, for about a year maybe, and I'd always been intrigued my mental health. So, recently, I was looking around and I found Borderline Personality Disorder, which I related to quite well. I've talked to my friends about it for a few days, and I've decided I should tell my parents, but I'm not sure how. Any help or suggestions would be great, just thinking about telling them makes my stomach churn and makes quite anxious.

Nyletac My Anxiety Is Ruining My Relationship !
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Hey guys. I'm new here. I need help, I have severe anxiety and am currently in a relationship... But ( because of past traumas with guys ) my anxiety takes control of me and I can't even TALK to him ! And he's thinking about ending the relationship b... View more

Hey guys. I'm new here. I need help, I have severe anxiety and am currently in a relationship... But ( because of past traumas with guys ) my anxiety takes control of me and I can't even TALK to him ! And he's thinking about ending the relationship because he doesn't understand my problem ! Please help me

leeyum96 New Member :)
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Hey All, I'm really not sure what to do here, literally joined 2 minutes ago and am completely new to all of this. A little about me. I am a 20 year old male who has previously suffered from various levels of anxiety, depression and the occasional pa... View more

Hey All, I'm really not sure what to do here, literally joined 2 minutes ago and am completely new to all of this. A little about me. I am a 20 year old male who has previously suffered from various levels of anxiety, depression and the occasional panic attack. It's been nearly a year since I've experienced any of the symptoms or felt like I was going through any of the above but even everyday life can still be hard having experienced what I've been through. I struggled through Year 12 and didn't end up going to university (the only one not to from my school), all the people I went to school with think I am at university so it's safe to say none of them really are friends anymore. I have moved on and am trying to make new friends although this is actually a lot harder than I thought it would be without having something in common like uni or school. I never have had problems making friends, I am really outgoing and sociable when I want to be, but sometimes being alone is what I need. I spent most of my time at school volunteering and continue to do so, helping other people is one of my passions - partially why I am here. I'm working part time and spending the rest of my time trying to get healthier (I have lost 20kg since I left high school yay but realistically have another 10-20kg to go) and rebuilding my life I guess. I thought I would just say hey and introduce myself for anyone out there who is interested. Anyone who has had similar experiences or wants to chat let me know!

LuckyStrike Messing Up
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I keep messing up and people are starting to lose faith and trust in me. I have a history of being clumsy and forgetful and extreme recently I messed up and lost something really important... for the 3rd time. My family who are the main people I'm wo... View more

I keep messing up and people are starting to lose faith and trust in me. I have a history of being clumsy and forgetful and extreme recently I messed up and lost something really important... for the 3rd time. My family who are the main people I'm worried about upsetting are currently extremely busy with some changes in life decisions & this news would be really upsetting and make things even more difficult for them, but I can't continue at school without confronting this not only due to anxiety but also the nature of my mistake. As for finding the item in question; I'm pretty sure it's gone... searched everywhere at school and home, called this bus company which I use to travel home & even asked friends if anyone might have taken it. I would try to continue until everything is easier but with school and everyone there completely aware I'm not in possession of the item I can only feel as if it's a matter of time until something gives. I really need to know what to do here; any advice?

Milly12 I'm tired of never seeming to do anything right!!
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So I'm reasonably new to my job, only started about 2 months ago, I'm not the best at my job but I do try my hardest and most days I do very well but there are times when even if I'm doing perfectly fine 2 of my managers come up with some way I've do... View more

So I'm reasonably new to my job, only started about 2 months ago, I'm not the best at my job but I do try my hardest and most days I do very well but there are times when even if I'm doing perfectly fine 2 of my managers come up with some way I've done something wrong when I haven't, I've never disputed them, I just apologies and try and fix whatever the problem is and then continue on with my work. At first I thought 'oh it's because I'm the new girl, I bet this happened to everyone' but it doesn't, 3 more people have started since and they are all treated as though they are royals while I clean up their messes and mistakes. its frustrating beyond relief. ive been told off for wearing my jeans rolled up above my ankle when others wear short skirts, I've been told I can no longer dye my hair though the manager herself has. quitting this job is out of the question and it's near impossible to find anything else, I have no idea what to do

Sammii hey a little insight in my life - newbie
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Hey everyone! My name is Sammi and I'm 18 years old never done anything like this before but I'm really excited to be here iv suffered from depression and anxiety since a very young age due to many traumatic events, Iv had many ups and downs through ... View more

Hey everyone! My name is Sammi and I'm 18 years old never done anything like this before but I'm really excited to be here iv suffered from depression and anxiety since a very young age due to many traumatic events, Iv had many ups and downs through out my life. Including multiple suicide attempts, social isolation, self hatred ect ect. Its been an incredibly hard journey but I wouldn't change a thing as it has shaped me to be the person I am today! And even though Iv got a long way to go I'm on a road to recovery and I can't wait to chat to everyone on here and support and grow from you all xx

RickyJ I need some ideas, first time poster here.
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This is my first time posting here and I would love to get some advice. I will try to keep it very very short and not ramble. Here are some stats about me to make things a lot easier.Status Sex : MAge : 22 Adolescent years :Was always a loner, had no... View more

This is my first time posting here and I would love to get some advice. I will try to keep it very very short and not ramble. Here are some stats about me to make things a lot easier.Status Sex : MAge : 22 Adolescent years :Was always a loner, had no friends stayed at home all day watching tv, played no sports etc. Didn't speak english till 8 but was happy being a kid.Teenage years : Severely bullied due to my race, considered as a looser, had a few friends but were very negative about the world. Suffered in loneliness for 7 years. Adult years : Moved to capital city to undertake college studies but failed and wasted 3 years of my life due to sadness, feeling empty, could not concentrate and feeling like my life was going no where. Work : Work in hospitality approximately 20 hours a week, filled with depressed people talking about how we only work for money and thats it. Parents : Mother is a buddhist very faithful. My Father and grandfather are narcissist considers themselves as a communist and hates capitalist society, talks about death and how useless this capitalistic world is and believes the world should be like North Korea, they want to see people suffer and want to see the world burn. Sex Life : Non, all my sexual encounters have been with escorts and seeing girls in parlours. I have done severe damage to my penis due to piercings which also causes a bit of distress in my head. I noticed I had OCD during when I was a kid such as counting words, flicking on and off lights, turning on and off taps etc. It feels like I have 2 or 3 voices in my head talking to my self most of the time and try to create weird scenarios, sometimes the head in my voices drive me insane. I stay in my room all day because there is nothing to do, I have lost all interest of everything, and nothing excites me including sex. I just stay in my room, browse the net and listen to love and happy songs which I can't relate to.I am very lost at the moment. Somedays I think is about is suicide, I have tried asking my parents for advice, my mom tells me to shrug it off and do chores, my father jokingly and mocks me and calls me names. He tells me sister that people who don't complete college will be working in shit jobs for the rest of their life and considers me as a failure. I have been to doctors but I refuse to take any medications, I believe in natural remedies.

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