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Apr 30, 2011, 04:15 PM
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I'm 25 and have generalized anxiety disorder and social phobia. My disorders are controlling my life, I rarely leave my house or answer my phone. I feel uncomfortable around people, so I don't have many friends. The friends I do have I rarely see. I'm the queen of excuses!! I make excuses constantly so I don't have to hang out with my friends. I don't wanna be like this..I want to be able to leave my house whenever I want. I wanna have friends I actually spend time with...and I wanna be able to meet new people!! I want to live a happy life. I don't want to hurt...everytime I step outside. Does anyone else live like this? Does anyone understand where I'm coming from?
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Apr 30, 2011, 06:06 PM
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Hi Teanie. Welcome. I'm so sorry you're struggling with this. I don't have social phobia, but I have other phobias and I also have GAD and Panic Disorder, so I can definitely relate to what you write here. Especially the part where you say you are the queen of excuses!
I'm wondering if you are getting any professional help at all? I have found medication to be helpful (I take an anti-depressant which also helps with anxiety problems) and therapy can be very effective too. I really hope you can explore some options like this. I know you'll find a lot of support here too. Keep posting! 
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Apr 30, 2011, 06:19 PM
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 Yes i know where your coming from. Definately. I am in medication which is finally helping. Dont be hard on yourself ok Its such a hard thing when your dealing with it. I still have my moments where i cant leave the house or the thought of seeing people makes me tired and angry. But ive learnt to be aware of my achievements and its getting a bit better all the time. it took years to get to this point but its worth it. I will think of you I hope things get easier, do seek out help ok,
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Apr 30, 2011, 06:48 PM
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Hey Teanie, I just want to let you know that I am in the same boat as you. I cringe when my phone rings. I usually turn it off. I hate it when the doorbell rings. I rarely leave my bedroom. It's so hard. I hope to find the answers that I am looking for.
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May 02, 2011, 11:33 AM
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 Never would I have imagined being where I am in life today. All because of a certain sense of... apprehensiveness... Just throwing an idea out there-Psychotherapy. If you look up a professional online, do you think you could handle an email or even a phone call? Don't worry about the money. Ask on your call or email what the costs are, and ask to be referred somewhere affordable if you need to. There are other services. |
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May 02, 2011, 03:45 PM
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I have the exact same problems. I used to think I was just shy and little weird, and that it wasn't really a bad thing. I now realize it is a serious problem and it is destroying my life. This is coming from someone who used to be fairly outgoing. I know how terrible it feels... And the excuses. Oh god, the excuses I make up. It's becoming ridiculous.
An old friend of mine has recently gotten back in touch with me. We've been emailing and texting. He said he wanted to call me and all the sudden I'm very uncomfortable. This person was a very close friend of mine and he just wants to call and catch up on the past couple of years - I am trembling! Sweating! What is wrong with me?? I hate living like this. Scared to speak to my own friends! -Anyway, sorry. Just a little rant there. I have recently made an appointment to see a psychiatrist. I'm going to ask about possible ongoing therapy / what would work best for me personally. I think you should look into seeing some kind of professional that can help. I feel like this my last hope for a more normal life... |
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May 03, 2011, 10:30 AM
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Thank you so much! I was so scared to read what others had to say, it took me a few days to log back on...but everything you guys said helped!! Thank you! I thought I was the only one dealing with such crazy fears! I made an appointment for myself at SAC (sexual assault center) my appointment is today. I'm scared...but I want to get better so I'm going...NO EXCUSES! Thanks again...for once I don't feel so alone
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May 03, 2011, 02:57 PM
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