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Q: where can I get information about anxiety and depression symptoms?
i want to find a book or a website that talks about why anxiety and depressions symptoms happen etc… so i can understand what is going on in my body. i already know about the adrenaline and the fight or flight response.. but I would like to know stuff more in detail like why I can get headaches…drowziness etc,,, thanks

A: You could go to google…..or this website
http://www.nimh.nih.gov/index.shtml
good luck :)

Q: Why do PMS symptoms (anxiety, depression, bloating, etc) go away once you start your period?
I have been having mad anxiety and depression and bloating and cravings for a week and today my period stopped and so has my PMS. why does this happen? something with hormones?

A: It is definitely hormones. I get PMS before and after my period, but during, I’m a total kitten most times.

Q: Best antidepressant for Anxiety/Depression symptoms without sexual dysfunction?
Currently Taking Prozac, and have very little desire. Tried adding Wellbutrin and could not tolerate it. I’m a male.
I know Wellbutrin is a popular add-on, but I really felt un-nerved and could not tolerate the feeling for more than a few days. This was on only the 150 xl dose

A: I take generic Wellbutrin SR (150 mg) in the morning, and Lexapro (10 mg) with dinner, for depression and anxiety. I’ve been taking that for over two years, and it’s working very well for me.

The Wellbutrin SR seems to help me to be more alert and active – and wanting to do things – while the Lexapro makes me more mellow, and it helps me sleep better, too. They are relatively low doses of each medication, which keeps side effects at a minimum. I really can’t tell I’m taking any medication at all.

I found (before the Wellbutrin) I had the desire… the performance was just not as good. Wish you would’ve said was your problem with the Wellbutrin, could it have been too high of a dose?

Q: Will physical and mental symptoms of anxiety vanish after getting out of depression?
I suffer from weird mental symptoms of depression and anxiety due to problems i faced and still face since 3 yrs.. some of these symptoms are irrational thoughts and breathing problems.. what i want to know is that when i fix my problems and get out of depression, will these weird symptoms go?? Will i return normal? Please ppl who don’t know don’t answer thx :) I prefer answers from ppl who experienced these symptoms before.

A: Yes definitely you will return to your normal self. Anxiety & depression create a lot of weird thoughts, u can get out of the shower and all of a sudden your heart is beating fast, you find you can’t breathe properly, you want someone to help, but .. how will they understand??! The thing is, sometimes you can’t fix things by yourself, sometimes you need help. Sometimes you have to tell someone how you actually feel. Three years is a long time to carry it by yourself, let someone else help you! Think about someone you can trust; email them, text them, write to them. Tell them you need to talk to someone, tell them what you need or don’t need from them (eg lectures about right & worng). It took me awhile to trust, & when I did, I had to choose the right people. They are out there sometimes you just have to let them know. Be brave. Good luck xx

Q: Anxiety/depression?
I’m only 15.. currently taking Metronidazole. I spoke to my doctor 2 days ago about some dizziness/nausea side effects.. which were normal. But now 4 days into the pill i’m feeling pretty bad anxiety/depression symptoms. Are these also side effects of the pill? If you’ve taken it.. have you experienced this? Any answers appreciated! Thanks!

A: You should discuss these symptoms with your doctor. some medications do cause these symptoms and it goes away but you shouldn’t risk it. Call your doctor immediately because it is the only solution. Good luck.

Q: What are the symptoms of anxiety-depression?
I have been having strange feelings and hope to find that they are normal anxiety feelings. I feel sad (wanting to cry), the latest is an ice cold feeling radiation inwards in my chest and some times my back and legs, is this normal? I have a permanent tic/pain in my left breast, I’ve had EKG’s and am fit as a fiddle. My main worry though is the chill I feel.

A: Anxiety:
Painful apprehensive uneasiness of mind
usually over impending anticipating ill.It can b felt under diff.cond.;when alone after eating/drinking
wid other physical n mental complains abt financial/bznss matter/in a particular environment.

Common in Yng adlts

Psychological Factors:As a result of failure
:A fear Response
Clinical Manifestations:Referable 2 N.Sys imbal n commonly include palpitations,shortness of breathlessness,dryness of mouth,heaviness of head,giddiness n blurring of vision,xcessive sweating particularly in palm and soles

Psychological Manifestations:Irritability n a morbid fear as if something dreadful is going happen.

Management:
Hospitalisation-acute anxiety.
Anxiolytics
Yoga and meditation

Homoeopathic Medicines:
Aur,Aur,Bry,Calc,Merc.c,Puls,Veratrum alb,Phos

These medicines can be taken symptomatically under guidance of homoeopath.

It can be managed by having proper homoeopathic treatment
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Q: Should I see a dr. for mild-ish depression/anxiety symptoms?
I get depressed fairly regularly but not severely, and I only feel completely ‘on’ or happy every once in a while. This generally keeps me from talking to/meeting people and I don’t seem to be getting anywhere like this. I don’t want drugs if I don’t need them, but I feel like I might need some help.

A: go see a therapist. if you dont get help the symptoms may get worse

Q: What are the symptoms of anxiety depression?
I’ve been having trouble with being able to handle things for the past couple years, and i’m wondering if there is really anything wrong with me. I’m having trouble concentrating on things, feel as though everything i have ever worked for and people i love are going to abandon me because i’m not good enough for them. There is a constant fear of them not liking me anymore. I’ve noticed that i feel alot more attatched to inanimate objects. I also have serious self-confidence issues. i don’t know the situation i am in, and if desired i can tell more of how i am feeling.(i feel selfish saying that).if anyone is a phycologist, then i would appreciate your insight.

A: I’m not a psychologist, but I am a social worker. You do sound like you may have some depression and/or anxiety issues. The good thing is that you have already started the road to recovery by reaching out for help. Both depression and anxiety are very curable. I have had both of these, and counseling really helped me.

Please know that when you are feeling like this is part of being down, and that things can get better. Your fears of not being good enough are very common to people who are depressed and people in general! I don’t think there are many people who have not privately felt that they are not “good enough”. Self confidence can be learned. In the meantime, be gentle to yourself – you deserve it.

You sound like you could benefit from going to counseling. There are many ways to do this. You can get a referral from a community information center or 211 if there is a 211 line in your area. If you do not have benefits at work, there are some non-profit agencies if money is an issue. Some faith communities have trained counselors as well. If you have a good relationship with your family doctor, you could also talk to them about this and see if they have some referrals. I benefitted a lot from a book called Feeling Good by David Burns which should be in most major bookstores and libraries. Of course, there are many books that you might find helpful. Best of luck to you!

Q: Will the birth control pill worsen anxiety and depression symptoms I’ve been having?
I suffer from OCD and depression. Will going on birth control make this worse or better? You see, my life has been a living hell: I graduated college last May in graphic design and have a job that’s only seasonal, I only work from April till November at Six Flags as an assistant manager doing airbrush art, so I’ve been stuck looking for a better paying job, full time in graphic design for the past three months when my current jobs closed for the winter. I’ve gotten to the interview stage in some instances, however, no luck. I even followed up and did just fine in the interviews, so that must make me a bad person for some odd reason since I didn’t get the jobs. I’m also starting my own biz with my friend. I still live at home with parents who help me out–but that makes me feel like a total loser since I still need help. I’ve been saving moneys like crazy. My college degree is a piece of sh*t, so I burnt it since I haven’t gotten my dream job yet.
So because of me being temporarily out of commission, my anxiety attacks have gotten worse–this is seriously having a negative impact on me and my boyfriend. My boyfriend complains to me cause I can’t slow down in life and have fun. Since I’m dating and we want to have sex in the near future, I’m going on the birth control pill. I’m on Lexapro antidepressant now and the people at planned parenthood said there shouldn’t be any interaction while taking the pill, but I’m still nervous that it won’t fully protect me against pregnancy cause I read in the pamphlet how it can lose effectiveness if taken with certain meds that are used to treat mental illness. I’m starting the pill this Sunday, so will it make my anxiety I’ve been having about my life worse, or will it actually help? I wonder if I’ll get mood swings? I’m sick of my boyfriend complaining to me about being a total nutcase, so I’m hoping that being on the birth control pill will actually benefit and reduce my anxiety symptoms?

A: The mental illness medications that are being referred to are actually certain anticonvulsants used for mood stabilization in Bipolar Disorder and Schizoaffective Disorder. So you’re OK in that regard.

The pill won’t affect your anxiety, but it can affect your depression. There are some pills that are less likely to affect depression, and I’m sure that the folks at Planned Parenthood gave you one of those – assuming you told them that you have mood problems.

Some people, even those with mood disorders, don’t notice mood changes with the pill. Some people find that the pill improves depression in a way because it “regulates” their hormones.

I wouldn’t worry much about it. Even if you have some problems, the pill gets out of your system quickly. Just finish your pack and call the doctor.

If you want to go the non-hormonal route, there is the option of a copper IUD called Paraguard. A little more expensive upfront, but it’s about as effective as sterilization while still being reversible. And yes, you can get it even if you haven’t had children. If the doctor tells you you can’t, put your gown back on and find a doctor who is willing to insert it.

Q: Has anyone had physical symptoms of anxiety and depression after miscarriage?
Before my miscarriage at 6 weeks, I had a “feeling” something was wrong. Right after the miscarriage, I stuffed my feelings deep down. After my first cycle, I started to feel achy in my feet and arms, physically numb and tingly,lost interest in things, had twitching and believed I myself was dying from a disease. A complete blood count and electrolyte panel were done (nothing) and the doctor told me I was suffering from anxiety and depression and I am now seeking counseling. Can the physical symptoms come first before you even realize your depressed? I guess I just feel that I was ‘right’ about the miscarriage, so I must be ‘right’ that something is truly physically wrong.

A: Yes! I had a miscarraige three years ago when I was in my second month and I know that I was an emotional/physical wreck and then some. I had to seek counseling and be put on anti-depressants for a few months. My doctor also told me that I would never be able to get pregnant again. The doctor was downright wrong. Thankfully I’m blessed and carrying a little baby girl now that’s due on september 15th :)

Q: Can depression/anxiety show itself in physical symptoms subconsciously?
Is it normal for people with depression or anxiety to not know whether or not they are experiencing a physical sickness or are just anxious/depressed? For me it feels like from the moment I wake up everyday I don’t feel well, especially in my stomach, and it seems like it is the physical symptoms that are causing me to be depressed and not depression to be causing physical symptoms… Does anyone know?

A: depression is most definitely reflected in our physical body, nausea, aches and pains etc are common complaints, and usually what drives a person to a doctor, who then diagnoses depression and refers them to a mental health therapist of psychiatrist for appropriate treatment.

Q: Is anyone else taking St John’s Wort for depression/anxiety symptoms?
wondering if anyone elso out there is taking this supplement to self medicate for depression and or anxiety and if its working or not

I started taking it for manly anxiety but I have depression too. I have been on prescription meds before but they didnt really work and some made the depression worse so Im turning to natural herbs and vitamins and hope they work….

A: I took it before and it gave me horrible stomach aches. I’m back on Paxil.

Q: Can a bladder infection cause symptoms of anxiety and depression?
‘Today it really hurts when I pee so I think I may have a bladder infection. I’ve also noticed that I feel a little down and anxious. Could it be related?

A: Yes. It definitely can.
By having a bladder infection you may begin to feel paranoid, depressed and anxious especially about anyone coming near you.
But, just because you feel this way doesn’t mean you have it, it may be all psychological. If i were you i’d see a doctor about this, because a bladder infection is pretty serious and nothing to guess about.

Q: Anxiety, Depression, ADD symptoms?
Well basically I think I suffer from all 3 of these illnesses. I just want to be sure that I do have them before I go to the doctor and try to get medication, so I don’t embarrass myself by being wrong about having these illnesses. I’ll list the symptoms I’m seeing for each illness below

Anxiety- Basically have panic attacks, short breaths, hard to breath, shaking, adrenaline pumping very hard, can feel my heart pound, face turns bright red. Usually happens when I’m public speaking,talking to a girl I like, or am in an awkward/embarrassing situation

Depression- Mood swings that make me very sad. Emotional at times. Cry myself to sleep some night, not happy at all. Suicidal thoughts (almost attempted many times), feel like nothing to live for, lonely, would rather stay in my house alone then go out on a Friday night.

ADD- can’t focus, can’t study or do work at all. Education (such as math) doesn’t come easy to me at all.

So what do you all think? Do you think I suffer from all 3 of these? I don’t want to sound like I’m “assuming the worst” or anything when I talk to the doctor.

A: You are listing classic symptoms of anxiety and depression. The lack of focus and concentration a(inability to study) re symptoms of both anxiety and depression.

Lots of people have trouble with math, but if you get the proper treatment for anxiety and depression, you might get thru it.

Good luck.

Q: What should I do about my panic/anxiety/depression symptoms?
I’m a 25 year old master’s student trying to finish up my thesis. I have had procrastination problems all my life and though I thought I was on track I am feeling more and more like I’m running out of time and am getting really scared and depressed.

Lately I’ve had a very hard time doing ANYTHING at all, especially since I feel like whenever I try to get something done I work my a** off and I feel like I don’t get anywhere, no matter how hard I try. So then I just quit and don’t do anything for awhile, and I feel like I can’t function. Then when I finally start to try again, again I get nowhere and I give up some more. I feel like I’m so behind and I’ve started to have frightening and irrational thoughts. I’m already past the deadline of when I’m supposed to hand in the next draft of my thesis and I’m terrified that my advisor is going to be furious with me and I’m convinced that “they” are going to take away my fellowship that I got for a Ph.D. study later this summer. I’m convinced that I’m a failure and I suck and I don’t deserve the fellowship or to go on for a Ph.D. and I’m sure that people are going to “discover” this and then take it away from me and I’ll have no future.

I know these thoughts are somewhat irrational but I feel like they’re taking over my life. I have been trying to fix my procrastination problem for months now and I feel like I’ve gotten NOWHERE. I have been on medication for depression, found out I had sleep apnea and am trying to get used to the BiPAP machine they gave me, but it’s hard to do and I’m freaking out because I feel like I don’t have time to get used to it and I want it to start working perfectly RIGHT NOW, but it won’t.

I’ve had four panic attacks in the past 5 days where I start crying uncontrollably, screaming, choking, almost throwing up, hyperventilating, shaking, can’t focus, etc. I am NOT suicidal nor have I ever been suicidal. I just want to get better but I have no idea how to get any help. I’m wondering if I should go to a clinic or hospital but I’m afraid about the legal issues or red tape involved, plus I feel guilty like I’m just using it as an escape mechanism to get sympathy or more time to finish my thesis. That makes me feel like a slack-off, lazy failure again and just makes me more upset and makes it harder to get any work done. I feel like a frozen zombie half the time and I’m completely miserable. I keep telling myself it will get better but it just keeps getting worse.

I keep thinking it can’t get any worse but it does. Lately I’ve stopped even trying to think things are going to get better because it feels like some kind of a jinx, because every time I start to feel motivated or like things are finally taking a turn for the positive, it never lasts and things only get worse again.

Does anyone have any advice for this? Any way for me to get motivated, stop being scared, etc? Has anyone had similar issues? Is this just “normal” for someone trying to finish up a thesis? I’m going to talk to my psychologist tomorrow but tonight I’m trying to work on my thesis some more but I just feel like I can’t do it, and I’m desperate for any kind of advice/support as soon as possible. I’m embarrassed to talk to friends/family about this because I don’t want anybody to find out how behind I am right now.

Please help! Okay I know this has probably been a pointless thing to ask seeing as I’m going to see my psychologist tomorrow but I just needed to vent/get this out in the open, I don’t know. Anyway, thanks…

A: Anxiety and panic can and does cause you, to have and do all the things you have been doing. That along with the sleep apnea which does make things worse.

I’ve had an anxiety disorder for many years, that’s how I know this.

You do need to see a mental health professional for treatment for this. This is a medical condition just like any other. You need to stop beating yourself up over this. You didn’t ask for it.

When we panic we tend to behave like “deers in the headlights” We stop doing the things we know we need to do because we are just so overwhelmed by it all.

It’s a vicious cycle that most people with panic and depression fall into.

My guess is that you are probably a perfectionist and that also feeds into the anxiety and panic.

Forgive yourself for the mess you are in right now, move forward starting tomorrow by seeing the psychologist and do not rule out seeing a psychiatrist for some medication. Medication has helped me.

About your sleep apnea if using the c pap is overwhelming right now try sleeping in a more sitting like position and use those breath right nasal strips. The do help somewhat.

Tomorrow you will be able to think more clearly, tonight write down all your symptoms both physical and emotional because the chances of you remembering everything ,once you get to the psychologist are not good, we all forget important things once we get to the doctor or therapist.

It’s also easier for them to read your symptoms first and then ask questions.

It doesn’t feel like it now but, things really will work out.

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