Problems with Anxiety

beautifulsoul · Jun 30, 2009

I was told by my Psychologist that I have anxiety. She suggests medication and thearpy for it. How many people have this and need something to help with it? Is it common with CF? Considering what I've been through I'm not too surprised but I knew something was wrong for quite a while. I actually think I had it really bad when I was going to school. I made stuff up sometimes so just I wouldn't have to go to school. Which was probably from social anxiety. This is what the psychologist thinks I have. Along with some general anxiety also. I just didn't have the words to express to my family how I was feeling so they had no idea. Plus I didn't even know what anxiety was the time. I was looking up more about what anxiety is and the possible symtoms. My mom wants me to talk to someone more than one time so they can determine if I need medicine or therapy or both. I only talked to this lady once so my mom wants to make sure what she said is accurate enough. I was in Pittsbrugh for a regular appointment. (where I had my lung transplant) but I live in Cincinnati so I am talking about going to talk to someone else HERE in Cincinnati. From my point of view I honestly do think I have anxiety. I have so much on my mind I can't focus on anything I am trying to do. I am worried more about the future and I can't focus on the right now. Which keeps me from doing things right now. If that makes any sense. I know part of it is the teenage years but if you put everything else that I've been through on top of THAT, that is just making it worse. I feel like I can't be myself around my friends and family. I feel like I am not as good as they are. I feel like I can be better. I get antsy and I can't sit still and focus which keeps me from doing easy things like, read, write, play guitar or even watch t.v. I'm so worried I'm gonna break down or go crazy or something. Other symtoms too that are just too hard to explain. Anyway....what are your thoughts on this? Any POSITIVE input would help thanks!

beautifulsoul · Jun 30, 2009

I was told by my Psychologist that I have anxiety. She suggests medication and thearpy for it. How many people have this and need something to help with it? Is it common with CF? Considering what I've been through I'm not too surprised but I knew something was wrong for quite a while. I actually think I had it really bad when I was going to school. I made stuff up sometimes so just I wouldn't have to go to school. Which was probably from social anxiety. This is what the psychologist thinks I have. Along with some general anxiety also. I just didn't have the words to express to my family how I was feeling so they had no idea. Plus I didn't even know what anxiety was the time. I was looking up more about what anxiety is and the possible symtoms. My mom wants me to talk to someone more than one time so they can determine if I need medicine or therapy or both. I only talked to this lady once so my mom wants to make sure what she said is accurate enough. I was in Pittsbrugh for a regular appointment. (where I had my lung transplant) but I live in Cincinnati so I am talking about going to talk to someone else HERE in Cincinnati. From my point of view I honestly do think I have anxiety. I have so much on my mind I can't focus on anything I am trying to do. I am worried more about the future and I can't focus on the right now. Which keeps me from doing things right now. If that makes any sense. I know part of it is the teenage years but if you put everything else that I've been through on top of THAT, that is just making it worse. I feel like I can't be myself around my friends and family. I feel like I am not as good as they are. I feel like I can be better. I get antsy and I can't sit still and focus which keeps me from doing easy things like, read, write, play guitar or even watch t.v. I'm so worried I'm gonna break down or go crazy or something. Other symtoms too that are just too hard to explain. Anyway....what are your thoughts on this? Any POSITIVE input would help thanks!

beautifulsoul · Jun 30, 2009

I was told by my Psychologist that I have anxiety. She suggests medication and thearpy for it. How many people have this and need something to help with it? Is it common with CF? Considering what I've been through I'm not too surprised but I knew something was wrong for quite a while. I actually think I had it really bad when I was going to school. I made stuff up sometimes so just I wouldn't have to go to school. Which was probably from social anxiety. This is what the psychologist thinks I have. Along with some general anxiety also. I just didn't have the words to express to my family how I was feeling so they had no idea. Plus I didn't even know what anxiety was the time. I was looking up more about what anxiety is and the possible symtoms. My mom wants me to talk to someone more than one time so they can determine if I need medicine or therapy or both. I only talked to this lady once so my mom wants to make sure what she said is accurate enough. I was in Pittsbrugh for a regular appointment. (where I had my lung transplant) but I live in Cincinnati so I am talking about going to talk to someone else HERE in Cincinnati. From my point of view I honestly do think I have anxiety. I have so much on my mind I can't focus on anything I am trying to do. I am worried more about the future and I can't focus on the right now. Which keeps me from doing things right now. If that makes any sense. I know part of it is the teenage years but if you put everything else that I've been through on top of THAT, that is just making it worse. I feel like I can't be myself around my friends and family. I feel like I am not as good as they are. I feel like I can be better. I get antsy and I can't sit still and focus which keeps me from doing easy things like, read, write, play guitar or even watch t.v. I'm so worried I'm gonna break down or go crazy or something. Other symtoms too that are just too hard to explain. Anyway....what are your thoughts on this? Any POSITIVE input would help thanks!

beautifulsoul · Jun 30, 2009

I was told by my Psychologist that I have anxiety. She suggests medication and thearpy for it. How many people have this and need something to help with it? Is it common with CF? Considering what I've been through I'm not too surprised but I knew something was wrong for quite a while. I actually think I had it really bad when I was going to school. I made stuff up sometimes so just I wouldn't have to go to school. Which was probably from social anxiety. This is what the psychologist thinks I have. Along with some general anxiety also. I just didn't have the words to express to my family how I was feeling so they had no idea. Plus I didn't even know what anxiety was the time. I was looking up more about what anxiety is and the possible symtoms. My mom wants me to talk to someone more than one time so they can determine if I need medicine or therapy or both. I only talked to this lady once so my mom wants to make sure what she said is accurate enough. I was in Pittsbrugh for a regular appointment. (where I had my lung transplant) but I live in Cincinnati so I am talking about going to talk to someone else HERE in Cincinnati. From my point of view I honestly do think I have anxiety. I have so much on my mind I can't focus on anything I am trying to do. I am worried more about the future and I can't focus on the right now. Which keeps me from doing things right now. If that makes any sense. I know part of it is the teenage years but if you put everything else that I've been through on top of THAT, that is just making it worse. I feel like I can't be myself around my friends and family. I feel like I am not as good as they are. I feel like I can be better. I get antsy and I can't sit still and focus which keeps me from doing easy things like, read, write, play guitar or even watch t.v. I'm so worried I'm gonna break down or go crazy or something. Other symtoms too that are just too hard to explain. Anyway....what are your thoughts on this? Any POSITIVE input would help thanks!

beautifulsoul · Jun 30, 2009

I was told by my Psychologist that I have anxiety. She suggests medication and thearpy for it. How many people have this and need something to help with it? Is it common with CF? Considering what I've been through I'm not too surprised but I knew something was wrong for quite a while. I actually think I had it really bad when I was going to school. I made stuff up sometimes so just I wouldn't have to go to school. Which was probably from social anxiety. This is what the psychologist thinks I have. Along with some general anxiety also. I just didn't have the words to express to my family how I was feeling so they had no idea. Plus I didn't even know what anxiety was the time. I was looking up more about what anxiety is and the possible symtoms. My mom wants me to talk to someone more than one time so they can determine if I need medicine or therapy or both. I only talked to this lady once so my mom wants to make sure what she said is accurate enough. I was in Pittsbrugh for a regular appointment. (where I had my lung transplant) but I live in Cincinnati so I am talking about going to talk to someone else HERE in Cincinnati. From my point of view I honestly do think I have anxiety. I have so much on my mind I can't focus on anything I am trying to do. I am worried more about the future and I can't focus on the right now. Which keeps me from doing things right now. If that makes any sense. I know part of it is the teenage years but if you put everything else that I've been through on top of THAT, that is just making it worse. I feel like I can't be myself around my friends and family. I feel like I am not as good as they are. I feel like I can be better. I get antsy and I can't sit still and focus which keeps me from doing easy things like, read, write, play guitar or even watch t.v. I'm so worried I'm gonna break down or go crazy or something. Other symtoms too that are just too hard to explain. Anyway....what are your thoughts on this? Any POSITIVE input would help thanks!

65rosessamurai · Jun 30, 2009

I'd have to agree that you see a therapist first, to determine whether therapy alone will be sufficient enough or you need medications to aid you anxiety problem.

I would think that the first thing they can focus on his helping you to better describe how you are feeling when you have your anxieties...it would make sense to then determine the next step. Also, it would seem they could pin-point your feeling of restlessness as well.

Is it also possible that your tx could be a trauma related to anxiety? Or would you have already suspected anxiety problems before the tx?

And, despite feeling negative myself sometimes, I always like to give positive vibes to everyone else (hoping they bounce back to me like an Ultrasound Wave <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0"> )

And, it would probably cause less stress and anxiety by seeing a professional thats closer to where you live.

Good Luck and please keep us posted.

65rosessamurai · Jun 30, 2009

I'd have to agree that you see a therapist first, to determine whether therapy alone will be sufficient enough or you need medications to aid you anxiety problem.

I would think that the first thing they can focus on his helping you to better describe how you are feeling when you have your anxieties...it would make sense to then determine the next step. Also, it would seem they could pin-point your feeling of restlessness as well.

Is it also possible that your tx could be a trauma related to anxiety? Or would you have already suspected anxiety problems before the tx?

And, despite feeling negative myself sometimes, I always like to give positive vibes to everyone else (hoping they bounce back to me like an Ultrasound Wave <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0"> )

And, it would probably cause less stress and anxiety by seeing a professional thats closer to where you live.

Good Luck and please keep us posted.

65rosessamurai · Jun 30, 2009

I'd have to agree that you see a therapist first, to determine whether therapy alone will be sufficient enough or you need medications to aid you anxiety problem.

I would think that the first thing they can focus on his helping you to better describe how you are feeling when you have your anxieties...it would make sense to then determine the next step. Also, it would seem they could pin-point your feeling of restlessness as well.

Is it also possible that your tx could be a trauma related to anxiety? Or would you have already suspected anxiety problems before the tx?

And, despite feeling negative myself sometimes, I always like to give positive vibes to everyone else (hoping they bounce back to me like an Ultrasound Wave <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0"> )

And, it would probably cause less stress and anxiety by seeing a professional thats closer to where you live.

Good Luck and please keep us posted.

65rosessamurai · Jun 30, 2009

I'd have to agree that you see a therapist first, to determine whether therapy alone will be sufficient enough or you need medications to aid you anxiety problem.

I would think that the first thing they can focus on his helping you to better describe how you are feeling when you have your anxieties...it would make sense to then determine the next step. Also, it would seem they could pin-point your feeling of restlessness as well.

Is it also possible that your tx could be a trauma related to anxiety? Or would you have already suspected anxiety problems before the tx?

And, despite feeling negative myself sometimes, I always like to give positive vibes to everyone else (hoping they bounce back to me like an Ultrasound Wave <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0"> )

And, it would probably cause less stress and anxiety by seeing a professional thats closer to where you live.

Good Luck and please keep us posted.

65rosessamurai · Jun 30, 2009

I'd have to agree that you see a therapist first, to determine whether therapy alone will be sufficient enough or you need medications to aid you anxiety problem.
 
 I would think that the first thing they can focus on his helping you to better describe how you are feeling when you have your anxieties...it would make sense to then determine the next step. Also, it would seem they could pin-point your feeling of restlessness as well.
 
 Is it also possible that your tx could be a trauma related to anxiety? Or would you have already suspected anxiety problems before the tx?
 
 And, despite feeling negative myself sometimes, I always like to give positive vibes to everyone else (hoping they bounce back to me like an Ultrasound Wave <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-wink.gif" border="0"> )
 
 And, it would probably cause less stress and anxiety by seeing a professional thats closer to where you live.
 
 Good Luck and please keep us posted.

dasjsmum · Jun 30, 2009

Hi Amber

There appears to be a lot of people with cf who suffer from anxiety and depression. I have depression and anxiety myself, and I'm a cf parent!

Many that I have read about (plus myself) on this and cf2chat relate their experiences with anxiety/depression and find medication and a chat helps a lot.

I have not regretted going onto medication, it has helped me so much <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

dasjsmum · Jun 30, 2009

Hi Amber

There appears to be a lot of people with cf who suffer from anxiety and depression. I have depression and anxiety myself, and I'm a cf parent!

Many that I have read about (plus myself) on this and cf2chat relate their experiences with anxiety/depression and find medication and a chat helps a lot.

I have not regretted going onto medication, it has helped me so much <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

dasjsmum · Jun 30, 2009

Hi Amber

There appears to be a lot of people with cf who suffer from anxiety and depression. I have depression and anxiety myself, and I'm a cf parent!

Many that I have read about (plus myself) on this and cf2chat relate their experiences with anxiety/depression and find medication and a chat helps a lot.

I have not regretted going onto medication, it has helped me so much <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

dasjsmum · Jun 30, 2009

Hi Amber

There appears to be a lot of people with cf who suffer from anxiety and depression. I have depression and anxiety myself, and I'm a cf parent!

Many that I have read about (plus myself) on this and cf2chat relate their experiences with anxiety/depression and find medication and a chat helps a lot.

I have not regretted going onto medication, it has helped me so much <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

dasjsmum · Jun 30, 2009

Hi Amber
 
 There appears to be a lot of people with cf who suffer from anxiety and depression. I have depression and anxiety myself, and I'm a cf parent!
 
 Many that I have read about (plus myself) on this and cf2chat relate their experiences with anxiety/depression and find medication and a chat helps a lot.
 
 I have not regretted going onto medication, it has helped me so much <img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">

JazzysMom · Jun 30, 2009

My CF doctor told me that life without an illness in todays times is very draining so when you throw ANY chronic illness into the mix its bound to happen sometime at some level.

I was put on meds in the hospital last year because at night I would clamp down my jaw so tight as my brain was in full gear that I had dibilitating headaches & couldnt open my mouth.

I refused to stay on them. I have tried therapy tho granted not until I truly found the one I was comfortable with.

I dont see me venting to someone quite honestly.

Maybe down the line I would, but right now I scream & cry to get out what is still built up.

I wouldnt push for meds right away either especially since the first 1 or 2 might not be the right one for a person just like the first therapist wont be.

You have been through a lot in your life & now are embarking on a whole new part of life. Funny thing is that your new chapter isnt as much CF related as most of what you have been through!

HUGS & know that you arent alone!

JazzysMom · Jun 30, 2009

My CF doctor told me that life without an illness in todays times is very draining so when you throw ANY chronic illness into the mix its bound to happen sometime at some level.

I was put on meds in the hospital last year because at night I would clamp down my jaw so tight as my brain was in full gear that I had dibilitating headaches & couldnt open my mouth.

I refused to stay on them. I have tried therapy tho granted not until I truly found the one I was comfortable with.

I dont see me venting to someone quite honestly.

Maybe down the line I would, but right now I scream & cry to get out what is still built up.

I wouldnt push for meds right away either especially since the first 1 or 2 might not be the right one for a person just like the first therapist wont be.

You have been through a lot in your life & now are embarking on a whole new part of life. Funny thing is that your new chapter isnt as much CF related as most of what you have been through!

HUGS & know that you arent alone!

JazzysMom · Jun 30, 2009

My CF doctor told me that life without an illness in todays times is very draining so when you throw ANY chronic illness into the mix its bound to happen sometime at some level.

I was put on meds in the hospital last year because at night I would clamp down my jaw so tight as my brain was in full gear that I had dibilitating headaches & couldnt open my mouth.

I refused to stay on them. I have tried therapy tho granted not until I truly found the one I was comfortable with.

I dont see me venting to someone quite honestly.

Maybe down the line I would, but right now I scream & cry to get out what is still built up.

I wouldnt push for meds right away either especially since the first 1 or 2 might not be the right one for a person just like the first therapist wont be.

You have been through a lot in your life & now are embarking on a whole new part of life. Funny thing is that your new chapter isnt as much CF related as most of what you have been through!

HUGS & know that you arent alone!

JazzysMom · Jun 30, 2009

My CF doctor told me that life without an illness in todays times is very draining so when you throw ANY chronic illness into the mix its bound to happen sometime at some level.

I was put on meds in the hospital last year because at night I would clamp down my jaw so tight as my brain was in full gear that I had dibilitating headaches & couldnt open my mouth.

I refused to stay on them. I have tried therapy tho granted not until I truly found the one I was comfortable with.

I dont see me venting to someone quite honestly.

Maybe down the line I would, but right now I scream & cry to get out what is still built up.

I wouldnt push for meds right away either especially since the first 1 or 2 might not be the right one for a person just like the first therapist wont be.

You have been through a lot in your life & now are embarking on a whole new part of life. Funny thing is that your new chapter isnt as much CF related as most of what you have been through!

HUGS & know that you arent alone!

JazzysMom · Jun 30, 2009

My CF doctor told me that life without an illness in todays times is very draining so when you throw ANY chronic illness into the mix its bound to happen sometime at some level.
 
 I was put on meds in the hospital last year because at night I would clamp down my jaw so tight as my brain was in full gear that I had dibilitating headaches & couldnt open my mouth.
 
 I refused to stay on them. I have tried therapy tho granted not until I truly found the one I was comfortable with.
 
 I dont see me venting to someone quite honestly.
 
 Maybe down the line I would, but right now I scream & cry to get out what is still built up.
 
 I wouldnt push for meds right away either especially since the first 1 or 2 might not be the right one for a person just like the first therapist wont be.
 
 You have been through a lot in your life & now are embarking on a whole new part of life. Funny thing is that your new chapter isnt as much CF related as most of what you have been through!
 
 HUGS & know that you arent alone!

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