When I get very tired my normally well under control anxiety goes through the roof. Can you help me understand what is going on and what I can do about it?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 13, 2012 -
10 answers
Panic attacks are killing my self employment. What (work) should I do?
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posted by b33j
on Jun 11, 2012 -
13 answers
My sister is in hospital waiting for a lung transplant. Help me keep her rampaging anxiety under control.
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posted by teedee2000
on Jun 10, 2012 -
20 answers
I'm an depressed employee in what I think could be defined as a toxic work environment. Another opportunity is popping up elsewhere - why does it feel so hard to jump ship?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 8, 2012 -
23 answers
I have social anxiety that psychs me out about making plans. I moved to a new city about seven months ago and still haven't seen old friends and extended family members that I really should see. Even though I enjoy hanging out with them, thinking about hanging out with them can feel like a stressful chore. I'm trying to get it together to see them and start being social, but a) how do I explain that I DO like them and am not trying to be a dismissive jerk and b) how can I stop having this problem?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 7, 2012 -
11 answers
What are the potential consequences of having an official mental illness diagnosis on your record?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 4, 2012 -
19 answers
How can I learn to write emails quickly without agonizing over wording? I feel like it takes me ten times longer than it should. Even a simple two-sentence reply often takes me five minutes to compose and send, because I'll rewrite each sentence at least 3 times, then re-read it and tweak the wording endlessly.
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posted by roscopcoletrane
on Jun 4, 2012 -
13 answers
I need advice on how to finish this master's thesis that is consuming me with guilt, anxiety and helplessness
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posted by zinful
on Jun 1, 2012 -
25 answers
I don't go to movies all that often. It's not that I don't like them, it's just that I get really caught up in them emotionally. I've always been quite sensitive and I find emotions to have an uncomfortable physical quality to them. So, when I go to the movies, a lot of my effort goes into clamping down on what I feel. I was so excited during the Avengers fight scenes that I am shaking trying to control myself. My question: Anyone experience this?
How do you let go?
posted by tcv
on May 30, 2012 -
26 answers
My therapist is gone on maternity leave. Does anyone have any tips/stories about going through the same thing?
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posted by dithmer
on May 29, 2012 -
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I'm hopelessly, desperately clueless at dating. Extensive tl;dr content contained herein. Be gentle, but above all: HALP. Now, watch as I over think my plate of beans.
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posted by anonymous
on May 26, 2012 -
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Hi everyone. I've got a problem and wondered if anyone could give me some help and advice. I've been signed off work for a week because my old recurring problem of depression has reared its crappy head. It was very sudden. I went to the doctor on Tuesday basically in tears, exhausted and pretty much unable to function. You know; the usual.
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posted by Tiltedwindow
on May 25, 2012 -
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I am at wits end with myself. How can I kick this procrastination habit once and for all (despite many failures)?
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posted by anonymous
on May 24, 2012 -
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I have anxiety. I've recently started running. While I'm running, I have occasional anxiety spikes, some of which get close to panic attack territory. Help?
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posted by naturalog
on May 22, 2012 -
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My doctor prescribed Lopressor in place of an anti anxiety medication. Should I get a second opinion?
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posted by xbeautychicx
on May 22, 2012 -
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I went to see the doctor this morning about some stomach pain I thought might be an ulcer. When the nurse checked my heart rate, it was 48 bpm. Neither the nurse nor my doctor (who knows my med history) said anything about this. I wasn't concerned until I googled it when I got home, and now I'm having a lot of anxiety about it. Called my doctor and he said that a one time reading of 48 with no other symptoms is not troubling. Nurse said I should check my pulse tomorrow and if it's still in the 40s, call them. How much should I be freaking out right now?
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posted by The Pantless Wonder
on May 16, 2012 -
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I am moving from behind the computer to in front of the computer, how do I learn to speak up during meetings?
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posted by alfanut
on May 14, 2012 -
9 answers
Can you guys give me any idea of what could be causing my thyroiditis?
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posted by iz0rz
on May 11, 2012 -
2 answers
After years of escapism, how to anchor life to meaning (or vice versa?) when almost four years of research hasn't amounted to anything?
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posted by anonymous
on May 10, 2012 -
21 answers
Sometimes when I need to do certain tasks, especially emailing superiors, I get a lot of anxiety about it, which causes me to procrastinate on it, which causes *DAYS* to go by, just causing me more anxiety and more procrastination. What can I do to stop this cycle?
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posted by 254blocks
on May 8, 2012 -
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Has anyone ever had an itchy skin problem, with or without a medical diagnosis, seen a shrink about it when dermatology didn't seem to be helping much, and the shrink treatment helped?
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posted by whatdidyouforgettoday
on May 3, 2012 -
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I've recently begun hanging out with a new group of friends, which is great. However, I find myself having a lot of anxiety after spending time with them, and worrying that I might have said something that will cause them to judge me or not like me.
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posted by anonymous
on May 3, 2012 -
10 answers
What would you suggest for improved social skills, fitting in, decreased awkwardness, and undoing a reputation for being annoying at work? I'd especially love help for nerds with social anxiety who need to fit in with mainstreamy socialite sorts of people.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 30, 2012 -
20 answers
What's the best/easiest way to increase my protein intake when eating is difficult for various complicated reasons?
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posted by Felicity Rilke
on Apr 30, 2012 -
29 answers
I believe that my parents are about to make a terrible financial mistake by purchasing a house for my sister. When I bring up my objections, they assume it is because I am jealous and they get defensive. How can I express my concerns in a way in which they will listen, and not just brush my concerns off?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 29, 2012 -
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My S.O. and her friends have a tendency to begin long conversations about a third party that I don't know in my company. How do I subtly hint that I'd like to be clued in without sounding like an impatient jerk?
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posted by deathpanels
on Apr 24, 2012 -
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How can I support my boyfriend - who has depression/anxiety, is going through a rough time, and copes by needing space - while dealing with my own anxiety which manifests as being needy? HALP! Super snowflakey details within.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 24, 2012 -
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Posting for a friend who wishes to remain anonymous:
I am at the end of my third day of not drinking alcohol after 5-10 years (I’m not exactly sure how long it’s been) of drinking almost every day. I have some questions about withdrawal that I can't seem to find the answers to.
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posted by banishedimmortal
on Apr 23, 2012 -
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I need some guidance/opinions on my situation with hyperthyroidism because I am losing faith in my doctors.
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posted by iz0rz
on Apr 16, 2012 -
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I have been having anxiety/panic attacks for the past 2 years. I am considering seeing a psychiatrist. What are the possible negative repercussions, professionally, insurance-wise, and other, of doing this?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 16, 2012 -
17 answers
How should I explain to my classmates that I can't finish my portion of our group project due to mental health issues, without disclosing the fact that I have these issues?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 12, 2012 -
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I will participating in a speech competition early next week and I am feeling extremely anxious. Help?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 10, 2012 -
9 answers
Recommendations for mental health clinicians in Northern Virginia or DC. Particular experience with "Pure Obsessional" OCD and anxiety disorders would be ideal. My health insurance is through CareFirst Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 8, 2012 -
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Please recommend me a psychiatrist and therapist in the Dallas area who 'specialize' in anxiety/dysthymic disorders. I don't have severe anxiety to the point where I'm a hermit or anything. I like to think of my self as a very functional social phobic. But the anxiety is still there enough to rear its ugly head. For example, I'm finding it increasingly difficult to connect with people as I get older. I've lived in Texas my entire life and all my best friends moved away after college. I haven't been able to develop friendships that are as strong as the ones I had in high school and college.
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 6, 2012 -
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