Suffering anxiety and depression, anyone know what helps?
Currently, I have been so unhappy. I’ve always suffered OCD in a major way (so bad I’ve battled both bulemia and anorexia) and I’m a major control freak, who always has to have a plan, and if it doesn’t work out I go crazy. In fact, my boyfriend- who I was ENGAGED to- called it quits because he thinks I’m not fun to be around, and he says there’s always something distracting me in a negative way. 
Just this last Wednesday I accidentally overdosed on aspirin. I had a terrible migrane, and I took the amount I normally do, but nothing worked. I took another one, and nothing happened. I took ANOTHER one, and nothing. Finally, after taking 6 pills (and I am 5′7" and just 110lbs btw) I noticed that the walls were wiggling, and suddenly spinning. I passed out, and woke up later feeling disoriented and scared. I completly regret having done that, it was horrifying.
I know I have my issues, and I’m really trying to change my ways, but I don’t know how to ask for help (which I really need). I work in the medical field, so if I ask someone I work with I’m worried they won’t look at me the same way again. What should I do? Does anyone else know how I feel?
Thanks in advance,
Mary
Oh and thank you so much, all of you, these answers are full of the support I need. Thanks! Blessings!
Hi Mary Isabella.. Yes dear I know exactly how you feel .I’m not there any more because For 14 years I have been on Paxil. Its a wonderful drug if its the right one for you. Have you ever asked your Dr. if you could try this, first tell him what you are feeling and see what he says. Paxil for me is calming, I don’t get out of control in anger anymore,I stop and think more before I talk. I use good judgment in regards to my health and I’m careful not to mess up. You Need to find a Dr, you like and trust.If you do not have insurance there are health facilities that take people without insurance. Just try them, its better than nothing. You will be able to fix this , I know you can. You need to Pray first, you will need to get all the help you can so ask God to help you in this situation and really mean it. You can trust Him, He will help you..just ask!God Bless you love in Christ missleslie
March 11th, 2010 at 4:00 am
Well technically, only you can know how you feel. But millions of others share some of the symptoms you mentioned. It’s a very responsible thing to embrace the idea that you need help. For someone who needs to feel in control, that right there is an impressive step. If you’re worried about the reaction if you tell someone you work with, then just don’t. Nobody you work with needs to know that you’re struggling in this way. You deserve total confidentiality in this regard, and you’re guaranteed that if you go talk to a therapist, psychiatrist, or other MD.
Call your health insurance provider and find out which clinics (other than your workplace) in your area are covered, and go talk to someone who can complete a mental health assessment. They can gather the most important information and then talk to you about what a good plan for treatment might be.
Glad you are doing okay in spite of your aspirin episode.
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March 11th, 2010 at 4:21 am
yes exactly, I have OCD and Depression. Go to a depression clinic there they will help you. i dont know where you live but i am sure you can go to google and find a local clinic. Please know that you are a beautiful person whos life sucks now but it DOES get better i promise.
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March 11th, 2010 at 4:35 am
Please go see a doctor and get help, a anti-depressant can help or call a private crisis line(GOOGLE IT . please ASK GOD FOR HELP.. stay AWAY FROM PILLS , HIT A PILLOW AND STOP READING beauty MAGAZINES they MAKE ALL OF US FEEL UGLY AND FAT.GOD BE WITH YOU..
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Me .my friends and 50% of teenagers and women and men too
March 11th, 2010 at 4:47 am
I know just how you feel. I dealt with depression most of my life and would not get help. For mostly the same reasons as you and not wanting to be labeled. I Finley went to my Doctor and got put on Mead’s for depression and anxiety. If you work at your Doctors office you can go to a walk in clinic or a therapist. They will help get you feeling closer to normal. Exercise also helps a lot. I bike ride when I started out I could only go for maybe one mile. That was pushing my self. Now im up to 13 miles. It does get better but it takes time. GOOD LUCK TO YOU!
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:12 am
Hi Mary Isabella.. Yes dear I know exactly how you feel .I’m not there any more because For 14 years I have been on Paxil. Its a wonderful drug if its the right one for you. Have you ever asked your Dr. if you could try this, first tell him what you are feeling and see what he says. Paxil for me is calming, I don’t get out of control in anger anymore,I stop and think more before I talk. I use good judgment in regards to my health and I’m careful not to mess up. You Need to find a Dr, you like and trust.If you do not have insurance there are health facilities that take people without insurance. Just try them, its better than nothing. You will be able to fix this , I know you can. You need to Pray first, you will need to get all the help you can so ask God to help you in this situation and really mean it. You can trust Him, He will help you..just ask!God Bless you love in Christ missleslie
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