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Old Jan 12, 2015, 12:58 AM
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I came across this site because I was concerned about myself. I did not want people to suggest that I need therapy. I don't. I'm normal.
I understand that you think it would be best for me to tell someone close to me, but I cannot do that. If I do then they'll die. They'll come for all of us. I'm just so scared.
I've taken many quizzes on this website. Nearly all said that something was likely wrong with me. They said it therapy would be beneficial. I don't need therapy. I'm not crazy. I'm perfectly normal. In fact, I'd even say that I'm better than most people.
I would just like to know why everyone here (the "professionals") keep hinting that I'm not okay. I'm okay!
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Old Jan 12, 2015, 05:52 AM
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Well I am glad you are ok.
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Old Jan 12, 2015, 08:26 AM
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Hello LittleOldMe, welcome to Psych Central,

In another thread you wrote this ...
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So, I made my first post a little while back and you all were quite supportive so I thought I would post again.
I've still been having some issues with panic attacks and little freak out moments, but I can't tell of they're getting worse. I told myself I would talk to someone about it if I did happen to worsen but I think they already know. They spy on me through the windows and run when they think I can't see, but I still see them. They make me shake with anticipation because I'm ready for them! They just need to stop being so cowardly.
Why won't they show themselves? I mean, I know they're there. No one will believe me so I just write it down in my journal.
Also I have a burning question that needs to burning question that needs to be answered. Can people be nocturnal? I need to know because I can only sleep during the day. Thank you.
Also in the above post you said that you believe that if you tell anyone close to you that you believe they will die and they will come for us all.

So, you do need help and support. It sounds like the anxiety is making you feel paranoid. Please go and see your doctor.
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Old Jan 12, 2015, 09:13 AM
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Agree with Pegasus, there is a reason you are asking. Don't worry so much about "normal", it isn't necessarily a "good" tag. Don't be afraid, if you think you are ok and others do not, do take this to a professional to sort out. Consider it a learning experience, an exploration...if you are ok it will not distress you-----if you need help, and we all do sometimes, it will be a relief to let go of the "normal" ID.
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Old Jan 12, 2015, 09:54 AM
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I came across this site because I was concerned about myself.

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I would just like to know why everyone here (the "professionals") keep hinting that I'm not okay. I'm okay!
Most people here are not professionals.

It seems to me that your being okay, and that you are concerned about yourself, are a bit in contradiction. Can you explain?

Are you worried that a "professional" might bring harm to you in some way?
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Old Jan 12, 2015, 12:03 PM
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What is "Normal" and who are "They"??
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Old Jan 12, 2015, 08:29 PM
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Thank you all for replying. I'm very sorry, I wasn't in my right mind when I posted this. It's just that I can't sleep anymore. Nighttime is the worst for me because I can feel things coming for me. I know they are. I don't know exactly what they are, but I see the shadows that move. I understand that there are people who are willing to help me, but I'm afraid telling someone the thoughts I think will scare them because I know they scare me. I read a quote once, and at the moment it feels very much like my life:
"Monsters are real and ghosts are real, too. They live inside us and sometimes, they win."
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Old Jan 12, 2015, 08:35 PM
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I read a quote once, and at the moment it feels very much like my life:
"Monsters are real and ghosts are real, too. They live inside us and sometimes, they win."
~Stephen King
Isn't Stephen King a writer of fiction?
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Old Jan 13, 2015, 08:55 AM
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Thank you all for replying. I'm very sorry, I wasn't in my right mind when I posted this. It's just that I can't sleep anymore. Nighttime is the worst for me because I can feel things coming for me. I know they are. I don't know exactly what they are, but I see the shadows that move. I understand that there are people who are willing to help me, but I'm afraid telling someone the thoughts I think will scare them because I know they scare me. I read a quote once, and at the moment it feels very much like my life:
"Monsters are real and ghosts are real, too. They live inside us and sometimes, they win."
~Stephen King
You will find out that you are not the only one...
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Old Jan 13, 2015, 09:21 AM
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When I feel REALLY bad, I get scared that the men in the white coats are coming for me. It's really scary. Like the other posters, I recommend seeing your general practitioner. Hopefully he/she can get you a psych referral. If there's nothing wrong with you, you can at least get help for the insomnia. Insomnia makes me NUTS, like paranoid and everything.

Don't worry that the docs will be scared by your thoughts. I can pretty much guarantee you that they've heard it all!

Best of luck to you! :-)

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Old Jan 13, 2015, 01:27 PM
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I came across this site because I was concerned about myself. I did not want people to suggest that I need therapy. I don't. I'm normal.
I understand that you think it would be best for me to tell someone close to me, but I cannot do that. If I do then they'll die. They'll come for all of us. I'm just so scared.
I've taken many quizzes on this website. Nearly all said that something was likely wrong with me. They said it therapy would be beneficial. I don't need therapy. I'm not crazy. I'm perfectly normal. In fact, I'd even say that I'm better than most people.
I would just like to know why everyone here (the "professionals") keep hinting that I'm not okay. I'm okay!
YOu are asking why people are concerned and keep suggesting therapy. Here's why
  1. you are on a psych site, indicating that you feel something is not right.
  2. you say you are normal, well so are the rest of us. And many normal people seek therapy. Many normal people happen to have mental health issues
  3. you say that if you say something to someone they will die. That is not typical.
  4. Crazy is not a diagnosis and has never been in the DSM. Crazy is a word that is used to stigmatize normal people who have mental health issues. YOu are not crazy. However, you may have a mental health issue that needs to be treated,.

That is why people are suggesting therapy. Therapy is okay, it's just talking. It can help to sort out what's bothering you. Even people without mental health issues seek therapy to get through rough spots.
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