Paranoia and guilt

[Timmy101]

I'm not usually one to ever ask for help but I thought because it is online and anonymous I would give it a shot as this has been a problem for a while now.

im 22

i feel a lot of guilt and paranoia symptoms about things that have happened and continue to happen. i have constant worries about bad things happening and me not being able to control it.

I'm starting to notice I do things like not focus on conversations with people because I have so much going through my head

i feel as though I'm over my head with stress and I'm always preparing for the worst

i feel like I am overthinking every situation and best /worst case scenarios

i have been feeling like this constantly for at least 6 months

im not currently working but don't really want to work either

i think my dad might have some mental health issues with anxiety and depression as I have seen some medication before and was also wondering if it is genetic

this is a link to a test I took also as it might help someone point me in the right direction

Disorder	Result
Paranoid	High
Schizoid	Very High

[Zeal]

Hi Timmy,

Welcome to the forum!

I'm glad you feel this is a space where you can seek help.
This guilt and paranoia seems to be linked to your anxiety. Was this test done online? It's crucial that you see a doctor (GP) in-person about your symptoms and concerns. As you've been feeling this way for at least 6 months, getting help soon is really important. Perhaps talk to your Dad about your symptoms too, and maybe he'll open up about his own situation (if he does have a mental illness). Talking to family about personal wellbeing concerns is great, as emotional support from loved ones is helpful. It has helped me, and I know this is the case for many others too.

Beyondblue has information about anxiety and other mental health conditions under The facts on the menu bar. Here are some links to other great resources that could be of interest:

http://www.mindhealthconnect.org.au/

http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/consumers.cfm

https://www.beyondblue.org.au/get-support/have-the-conversation/talk-about-it#findwords

I hope you can seek help soon. It would be great to hear back from you 🙂

Best wishes,

Zeal

[romantic_thi3f]

Hi Timmy101,

Welcome to the forums and thanks for reaching out. I appreciate that you decided to speak up about what's been going on for you. You said that you've been having guilt and paranoia for around 6 months; have you talked to anyone about this?

Like Zeal has mentioned I think it would be great if you are able to reach out and speak to someone if you aren't doing so already; it sounds like maybe some stuff has happened that has triggered all of this so having someone help you manage this can help everything else going on in your life like overthinking and not being able to focus.

If there is a trauma it might also be helpful to link in with trauma type resources and support groups. I'd be happy to try and provide more resources/info if you're willing to talk more about what's happening.

Oh you posted a link to a test but I couldn't find the test it just said high or very high. Either way if it's for a mental illness probably best to go to a GP or a Psychiatrist who can make that diagnosis for sure.

[hayleynew]

Welcome to the forum!

So would I be right in suggesting you feel you like you may be overanalysing things at times? Let me tell you are not. You have nothing to feel bad or ashamed about in regards to your symptoms and have done the right thing by reaching out to seek advice. You have said that you think the worst is going to happen, is that correct? Is that when you feel like something bad will happen or is about to happen? But in actual fact everything from other people's perspective is just fine. When you are surrounded by overwhelming feelings such as guilt and anxiety and stress as well as stressful situations, your judgement will feel clouded, you will be distracted and unable to commit to conversation and lastly, which I too, have experienced...not wanting to work. When you are not mentally able to prepare yourself to a fulfilling life, you may fin it difficult to in turn, have a fulfilling life and that means having difficulties in maintaining employment and have disinterest for many things.

This leads me to my next point...What is it that is your passion? What do you like to do? Is there something you are really good at? Maybe redirecting your focus to this hobby or idea will reinstate the feeling you have lost in the time you have felt anxious and guilty. Have you thought of studying to boost up your self esteem in order to be more work ready?

Please use the beyond blue website and navigate your way in order to get more information about depression and anxiety. If you unsure as to why you feel this way or where the suspected symptoms stem from, use E-resources such a E-couch which have modules that help you understand your feelings and why you may feel that way. It is also helps in normalising the symptoms and making you feel like you are not the only one that goes through this. I have found this E-resource extremely helpful and worthwhile. Also, if you feel like things are getting on top of you do not hesitate to call lifeline or depending on location, a mental health triage facility. If you feel that you can't shrug these feelings off then go to your GP to discuss them further, he/she may suggest a mental health test to determine if you are experiencing signs of depression and anxiety and may refer you to a psychiatrist or counsellor for further assistance.