Ever since middle school I have had moderate anxiety which used to majorly affect my school life before I received treatment for it. This was also around the time I started to feel depressed (my 2 year old sister was battling cancer, she is several years in remission now though.) I'm now 18 and about to graduate high school, but I'm having trouble finding any inspiration to continue living. I have no friends, I feel as if I won't be able to hold a job due to these mental health issues and I'm starting to get very worried about my future. Have any of you been in a similar spot? How did you handle it?
See a mental health professional. Psychiatrists and therapists are really helpful for these kinds of issues.
That's how I handle my mental illness: with treatment, and by doing my best to be healthy and improve my life.
How to find a mental health provider: http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/mental-illness/in-depth/mental-health-providers/art-20045530
How to find a therapist: http://www.webmd.com/anxiety-panic/guide/how-to-find-therapist
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I have been to several, none have been all that much help. One literally told me to "Just stop being anxious." I just thought I might be able to find inspiration from people with similar experiences.
The best way to solve the anxiety problem is to face your fears. It's only effective way.