I finally figured out that simply being open with my spouse about what was going on helped a great deal of his anxiety. Not being open just left him guessing and supposing and anticipating. I learned to just let him know what was going on and maybe what I needed from him (just some space, or a listening ear, or to get out together and do something not mental health related . . . whatever). It was important to let him know I didn't expect or even want him to try to fix me, but that I would let him know if I thought I needed to call my doctor or go to the hospital.