Anxiety Self Help

Hey everyone, I just joined today because I'm in desperate need of support. I came here in search of a community that can understand how i feel.

I'm 19 years old, and for the past 3 months I have been feeling anxiety. I had so much trouble concentrating in school and I spend too much time worrying and being scared.

Three months ago my boyfriend confesssed to me that he was having trouble sleeping at night. So I offered him some tips, but alas he didn't go through with them. However, he began to sleep a bit earlier. But just when that happened his sleep became interrupted. The point is that this has caused me so much anxiety. I spend my nights worrying about whether he's asleep already, and i spend my days worrying over how much he slept or how long he stayed asleep. It is starting to take over my life. What i hate most of all is that this is out of my control. It's not like I can change this because it doesn't concern me. It's about him. And yet i can't help but feel anxiety. I don't know what to do anymore.

Anyone have any suggestions or tips?

I just want to have a normal life again and be happy.

 Hi G- 

I also just joined today and I feel your pain.  I started having these worries when I was about 24 and thought I was going crazy! I told my doctor about all these things I was worried about and how I felt scared and my panic is physically crippling.  

I'd suggest going to see your doctor and telling him/her about what you are feeling.  If you can through insurance, try and find a therapist that will work with you on how to deal with your triggers and fears- it's called cognitive therapy. It's something I wish I would have stuck with.  You may be put on a small dosage of medication and you may have to try a bunch of different ones before you find one that's perfect for you. 

Just know that you are not alone.  There are many of "Us" out there.  Just keep researching and keep asking questions.  It will be ok. 

:)