Anxiety and Depression at 19
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I'm a 19 year old male, that is currently suffering Anxiety and Depression.
I've recently broken up with my girlfriend, and i'm petrified being without her, and her being with someone else.
We spent almost everyday together, and was together for around a year.
I picked her up after work, and dropped her home before work. Now nothing...
I've also suffered my parents getting divorced, and consequently needing to move house.
This may sound silly to you, and i know a lot of people are a lot worse off, but i'm really suffering from anxiety, and panic attacks, and i'm depressed. I've been to my GP, and he has diagnosed me, and has put me on 20mg medication.
Have you got any advice, or any support they can give me.
I'm so low at the moment, and not sure how much i can take.
Thanks, Sam.
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SONJA3124 sam04048
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Breakups are never easy. When my ex-boyfriend (who was the love of my life) broke up with me I was devestated. Everyone is different and you needs to find what works best for you but for me I tried to spend as much time with family and friends as I could tolerate. Threw myself into work so I didn't have to think so much and gave myself persmission to be sad knowing that eventually it will pass. It's terrible when you're going through it but it does get easier as time passes and one day you'll be yourself again.
Another thing that worked for me was talking to a therapist. After a short period of time my friends and family got tired of me talking about the breakup and I felt like I still needed someone to listen so I found myself a local therapist. The great thing about seeing one is that you can talk about the same thing over and over again until YOU feel like you don't need to any more.
Best advice is be kind to yourself and do whatever it is that you need to do to bring some comfort into your life.
sam04048 SONJA3124
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Honestly every little thing helps!
I'm seeing a councillor tonight at 6, i've been off work for a week, but have forced myself back to work today. Trouble with my job is that when its quiet in the shop, i have far too much time to think.
My best mate works nights, and i work days, so we only get to see each other at weekends. I've got other friends, but i don't feel comfortable being with them at this time.
The hardest thing is going to sleep, i really can't sleep, and when i do, i wake up really early. (5am this morning, and i don't start work till 9.30)
I've had one slice of toast in 5 days
sue86025 SONJA3124
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Best wishes
SONJA3124 sue86025
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marlene21102 sam04048
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CruiseLady sam04048
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You have your WHOLE LIFE in front of you, and relationships may or may not work out, until one day you find the right person for you. Parents divorcing is always very sad, and has a great impact on the children. It is early days for the things happening to you but given time, things will sort out. Go with the flow and enjoy your young life. Good Luck!
sam04048 CruiseLady
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CruiseLady sam04048
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Yes it is easier said than done, but I was 17 when I had my first panic attack......
and I am now in my seventies. Have suffered all my life, but things beyond my control have made my life very difficult. But I have still managed to lead a very intersting life, in full employment in responsible jobs, raised a family and travelled the world. I, as a female, still enjoy clothes and make-up, and I hope I am a glamourous grandmother. I have been on 11 cruises ans flown all over the world. So take heart! Look to the future, please.... you do have one.!
sam04048 CruiseLady
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Thank you!
sam04048
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I would highly recommend it to anyone that is thinking about going to one.
Even after one session, i'm filled with hope.
They really put things in prospective!
marlene21102 sam04048
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