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Originally Posted by Miguel'smom
Are you on an anti-psychotic? For me the fear is so strong it passes into paranoia. The only thing that has helped is an anti-psychotic. Please tell your doctor about your fear as it affects your quality of life.
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I’m hoping to go as med free as possible. I have a doc who works with those who cannot afford to be heavily medicated unless it’s absolutely necessary for their and other’s safety. Our livelihoods depend on our ability to stay as sharp as possible.
It’s a gut wrenching job she has. Many of her patients are in highly specialized and dangerous jobs. But, no one on this planet is immune to mental disorders and, actually, the higher IQ and cognitive abilities, the closer to that thin line we walk. Most people who experience mental issues have far above average intelligence. Yup...we are the brightest ones out there. So, remember that the next time your self talk ties to run you down.