Posted by Jasmineneroli on October 26, 2004, at 23:42:20
In reply to Re: Feeling Helpless Still, posted by banga on October 26, 2004, at 17:59:55
Hey:
You are describing EXACTLY how I used to feel ALL the time, worrying and worrying, feeling overwhelmed and helpless. Having anticipation fears and worries. Then it turns into anxiety, with attacks that make you feel like you've really lost your mind!
What is your diagnosis? It sounds like you have GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder) that is peaking.
How long have you been on Lex? Cuz that can make your anxiety worse to begin with...sometimes doctors will back your dosage down for a bit and take it up very slowly. Have you called your doc recently?
I have GAD and I am on Lexapro's cousin, Celexa, along with Klonopin. Klonopin is the ONLY medication I've tried (of 8) that has had any impact on the anxiety. The Celexa helps with the constant worrying. But I still have bad days when stressful things happen.
Try asking your doc to add a little bit of Klonopin to your Lexapro. (I only take .5mg per day).
If you have GAD, it's pretty impossible to try to MAKE yourself feel better. Just keep trying the drug combinations and force your doctor to help you function properly. Tell him/her about your fears of not being a responsible husband/father.It might be hard to do, but you also need to take away as much pressure and stress off yourself for a little while too. I ignored all those warning signs you describe and had a "mini-breakdown" and had to take stress-leave...it took me a long time to come out of the abyss after that.
Yes, you can be a good, supporting husband and Dad, once you've got the med issue sorted out!!! You will be probably be one of the best, because you wil be very conscientious, wanting to do an awesome job :).
Take it easy, ask your wife and doc for help...maybe take a bit of time off work if possible. Best of luck to you.
Jas
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