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I have anxiety. Through lack of sleep and long work days and it heightens my anxiety.

I deal with intrusive ocd like anxiety thoughts.

I'm so vulnerable right now... I just wish I could hang in there. Im trying.

How's that faith counselling? I'm willing yo try it if someone would give me an honest review.

Also who would be able to prescribe me anti- anxiety medication?
 

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Hello @Macchiato, anti-anxiety meds are normally prescribed by a psychiatrist, but your internist may be able to (so call your doctor's office first and find out).

For immediate help, is there someone who could step in, like your parents, family members and/or church family and help you out (perhaps even keep your baby overnight so that you can get a good night's sleep once or twice during the work week)?

As for faith counseling, I'd start with your pastor (he would probably know of some ladies in your church who might be willing to step in and help you out for awhile too, even if it just allows you to get a nap in for an hour or two, etc.).

Praying for you!

God bless you! (Numbers 6:24-26)

--David
p.s. - the advice given in my signature line meme may prove to be helpful to you. Situations like you've found yourself in now are when we need to trust in and rely upon the Lord the most :)
 
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Your doctor could answer all your questions and direct you to the right professionals to help you. Prayers for you.
I dont have a Dr. May have to go to the ER.

Will they help me there?

I have a small baby that needs my care. I dont want to do anything crazy due to anxiety and what not.


Im So anxious its unreal.
 
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Hello @Macchiato, anti-anxiety meds are normally prescribed by a psychiatrist, but your internist may be able to (so call your doctor's office first and find out).

For immediate help, is there someone who could step in, like your parents, family members and/or church family and help you out (perhaps even keep your baby overnight so that you can get a good night's sleep once or twice during the work week)?

As for faith counseling, I'd start with your pastor (he would probably know of some ladies in your church who might be willing to step in and help you out for awhile too, even if it just allows you to get a nap in for an hour or two, etc.).

Praying for you!

God bless you! (Numbers 6:24-26)

--David
p.s. - the advice given in my signature line meme may prove to be helpful to you. Situations like you've found yourself in now are when we need to trust in and rely upon the Lord the most :)

By Faith counseling. I meant the services this site offers...
 
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I just thought of something .

I think I might be experiencing this spike in anxiety bc I drank 3 energy drinks today.

The small 5 hr bottle, a monster coffee and another monster..

Just So I could get thru the work day.
 
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I dont have a Dr. May have to go to the ER.

Will they help me there?

I have a small baby that needs my care. I dont want to do anything crazy due to anxiety and what not.


Im So anxious its unreal.
Yes ER will help you but be honest with all your symptoms. Postpartum may be a cause as well. *hugs and prayers*
 
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By Faith counseling. I meant the services this site offers...
You need someone face to face that can support you. No matter the good intentions, internet is not something that’s feasible to help you in day to day life with something as serious as this.
 
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I just thought of something .

I think I might be experiencing this spike in anxiety bc I drank 3 energy drinks today.

The small 5 hr bottle, a monster coffee and another monster..

Just So I could get thru the work day.
I understand you wanting to get help with your energy but people with anxiety should really avoid caffeine. Do you have family members that can watch the baby so you can nap?
 
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Hello again @Macchiato, if you do not have a church home, I would highly recommend trying to find one. The Lord never intended us to live the Christian life apart from regular fellowship with other Christians, or apart from the church in general. After all, we Christians are all people under authority, which is one of the big reasons that He gave us the church, to be responsible for us and to care for us, and for all of us to be able to care for one another too :)

Pastors and priests have, in fact, been specifically tasked by the Lord (as His underservants) to keep watch over our souls (and they normally excel at giving us help and great counsel, both spiritual and physical, and as our prayer warriors as well) .. e.g. Hebrews 13:17.

Finally, we are there for our brothers and sisters in Christ when they are in need, and likewise, they are there for us when we are in need. You need us, and we need you .. see 1 Corinthians 12:12-27. We are the family of God :)

God bless you!

--David
 
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I understand you wanting to get help with your energy but people with anxiety should really avoid caffeine. Do you have family members that can watch the baby so you can nap?
I agree. I try but without it. If fall sleep standing up at work.
 
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I understand you wanting to get help with your energy but people with anxiety should really avoid caffeine. Do you have family members that can watch the baby so you can nap?
I agree but without the drinks I'd fall asleep standing up and get in trouble at work.
 
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You need someone face to face that can support you. No matter the good intentions, internet is not something that’s feasible to help you in day to day life with something as serious as this.

Hello again @Macchiato, if you do not have a church home, I would highly recommend trying to find one. The Lord never intended us to live the Christian life apart from regular fellowship with other Christians, or apart from the church in general. After all, we Christians are all people under authority, which is one of the big reasons that He gave us the church, to be responsible for us and to care for us, and for all of us to be able to care for one another too :)

Pastors and priests have, in fact, been specifically tasked by the Lord (as His underservants) to keep watch over our souls (and they normally excel at giving us help and great counsel, both spiritual and physical, and as our prayer warriors as well) .. e.g. Hebrews 13:17.

Finally, we are there for our brothers and sisters in Christ when they are in need, and likewise, they are there for us when we are in need. You need us, and we need you .. see 1 Corinthians 12:12-27. We are the family of God :)

God bless you!

--David

I agree with you both. I may seek counseling or a support group or something to help.
 
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