[kjb1985]

Im 23yo and have had depression for 10years but usualy managebale. But, a few months ago i had what i beleive was my first panic attack, although at the time i thought i was going crazy. So now im dealing with anxiety as well. I have had to go through alot over the past few years and i think its finaly catching up with me. I hadnt taked meds in years but this got so bad i went to my doctor and am now on lexapro and xanax as needed, but they barely help. I lost my job, and just got custody of my 4yo son, but i feel hopeless and helpless. How will i take care of my son? myself ? i feel like im just going through the motions in life, and the anxiety is kicking my ***. Also ive read up on OCD and beleive i have this as well. ( intrusive thoughts, ect ect ] I really dont beleive i have to live like this, i keep saying i will change myself, or ill be better tomorrow, but its always the same infact sometimes i think im getting worse. Im also finding myself not wanting to go out and hang out with friends or do anything anymore. I feel so lost i just dont know what to do or how to get help ecspecialy since i have no more insurance and cant go back to my doctor. blahh

[Rmdctc]

I think you should go see a counsler. Counslers can really help you work through the problems. I hope all turns out well.

[olamaja]

What about contracting your local church. I know the ones out here usually have some connections with free councelors.

[Sannah]

Public counseling is available all over the USA. Google mental health along with your state.

[kjb1985]

Originally Posted by Sannah

Public counseling is available all over the USA. Google mental health along with your state.

I will do that, but ive tried so many meds in the past. And some of them made things worse. Im scared to try anything else, thats why i gave up on meds a few years ago and i was doing just fine until recently. I keep thinking im just going through a rought time and it will pass but i dunno

[olamaja]

KJ,

I am med intollerant as well. I cant take anything for my anxiety or panic not to mention depression without it makeing everything 10 times worse. I have found some natural alternatives. Vallerian root is my personal favorite. Totally mellows things out for a while and has no side effects.

Originally Posted by kjb1985

I will do that, but ive tried so many meds in the past. And some of them made things worse. Im scared to try anything else, thats why i gave up on meds a few years ago and i was doing just fine until recently. I keep thinking im just going through a rought time and it will pass but i dunno

[Sannah]

Originally Posted by kjb1985

I will do that, but ive tried so many meds in the past. And some of them made things worse. Im scared to try anything else, thats why i gave up on meds a few years ago and i was doing just fine until recently. I keep thinking im just going through a rought time and it will pass but i dunno

I was only referring to therapy!

[mountainstream]