Mom was operated on several weeks ago. Been in rehab at nursing home for little over a week. I was on edge before this happened. Emotionally worn out. My brain is in more over reaction than normal for me. I also think the worst right away. Even though I applied CAT techniques. I guess my brain doesn't really believe what I'm telling it.
Barbara
when it rairly happens. Dealing with worry about mom and husband at same time
every few days is hard for an anxious brain. Even though Im a whole lot calmer than the time mom broke her hip and went to rehab.
Barbars
Does that help you think through to a solution?
Been there, done that. There better meds, Barb. Are you on an antidepressant? Has your doctor ever suggested one?
It sounds like you know a lot about techniques for managing your disorder. Good for you! Remind yourself that you have faced things like this before and you're still here. You can do it again.
But it also sounds like you need some additional help to get through this episode. PLEASE go back to your doctor. Perhaps some medication adjustments will help. Maybe some talk therapy sessions would be good at this time.
When a person with diabetes finds the techniques and meds she uses to manage her disease aren't working as well as they used to, she needs to go back to her doctor and figure out some adjustments. Maybe a different drug or a change in dosage or some life-style advice. The same is true of your disorder. Get some medical help now.
And if it helps to vent here and pour your worries out here, we are sure here to listen. Don't see a doctor instead of posting here -- do both!
could learn to have a positive attitude, and change my faulty thinking I could work with this level of anxiety disorder. And have a decent life. Big if.
Barbara
This is really not about learning to have a better attitude, and if a doctor is telling you that, id find someone else, pronto.
I like Jeanne's diabetes analogy. This is about chemistry. Not about attitude. Go back to a medical professional who listens to you and who will work with you and a therapist to get you back into a good balance.
Its just a thought; but of course doctors orders come first. I think I felt more comfortable with the Elder care people as I didn't have to explain too much as they have already heard similar stories and can relate. Hugs and take care.