Post by jarv on Jun 9, 2014 22:01:46 GMT 12
For a few years I would have spells of depression, paranoia and anxiety that resulted in withdrawal and isolation. Pushed the people that care for me away and became lonely of my own accord. Too afraid of being diagnosed I avoided treatment and tried to go it alone without talking to anyone about what was going on in my head. Early this year it just got too much to handle alone I went to my GP and got referred to Mental Health for an assessment with a psychiatrist and support team. Fortunately my diagnosis is a low self esteem that can be treated without medication. Currently going through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for the past 4 months and made some progress with still a long journey to improvement ahead.
Giving in and reaching out for help was one of the best decisions I ever made. Would hate to imagine what torment I would be experiencing had I not asked for help. The pain is still with me yet at a manageable level. Not out of the woods yet but anticipate a full recovery in the future.
Giving in and reaching out for help was one of the best decisions I ever made. Would hate to imagine what torment I would be experiencing had I not asked for help. The pain is still with me yet at a manageable level. Not out of the woods yet but anticipate a full recovery in the future.
