Is there anything I can do?

Question

Its not really a question but I need some advice.

I know that I have anxieties. I always have. It used to be a social anxiety but I've slowly managed to come out of it.

But now, I worry about my health. Its got to the point where I sometimes keep myself awake at night for aslong as I possibly can because I'm scared if I drift off I won't wake up again. Even though logically I know, if i was to die, it wouldn't matter whether I was awake or not.

Its not a specific illness either, I've seen myself believe I have ... cancer, an aneurysm, brain tumor, brain abcsess and a list of things I'm not even sure exist.

When I get stressed I get headaches aswell which makes me believe I'm ill even more. I'll be doing anything.. like on a driving lesson and i'll just think to myself.. "what if i just die right now? what would happen? would she be able to stop the car even though im behnd the wheel?"

I just don't know what to do about it anymore. I dont want to see a doctor because I don't really see what they can do to help me.

Answer 1

Anxieties are tough to live with, but you can be helped. I strongly recommend getting some counseling, it will be well worth it.  Change is difficult, and causes more anxiety, but in the long run, change is good.

In the meantime, whenever you find yourself worrying over things that you can't control, remind yourself to replace the thought with something pleasant, like a day at the beach, playing with a puppy or kitten, whatever makes you feel good. This will help in the moment, but I still believe you would benefit from a professional.

And review what you eat or drink in the evening before you go to bed---too much sugar, caffeine (including soda) can stimulate you just enough to keep you from relaxing. The issue is bigger than diet, but can contribute to the problem.

Hope this helps...

Answer 2

hey i am the same as you !!

Answer 3

Im no psycologist but it seems like you have some kind of association anxiety. You seem to mention death and a fear of death quite alot. Has someone close to you passed away recently or have you had any near death experiences?

I think you should go to the doctor because he/she will be able to get you some help so you can stop thinking the way you do.

You seem to be in  cycle so to speak. You have learned to associate alot of things with dieing. You need to break that cycle. re-train your brain. I can appreicate you might be scared to go to the doctor but ultimatley it will help you.

Answer 4

Is it a fear of being helped or the fear that there going to change you. Most people hate the idea of going to talk to someone with there problems. But if you find someone that has finished all the treatment will say there glad that they went.

Answer 5

Sounds like OCD. OCD is an anxiety disorder and these thoughts you can't help-it is the brain misfiring and in a since your thoughts get stuck. My daughter goes to CBT-cognitive behavioral therapy, it teachs her to deal with OCD. OCD left untreated can get really bad. o get some help.