Prayers and thoughts for you!
Just wanted to respond to your post. I hope that when you get this, your GAD has rolled away, and you are feeling better.
I think, as you did, sometimes putting it out there that you are struggling and that using will not help is the first HUGE and IMPORTANT step. I have suffered with GAD/Panic Disorder for years. Whether stuff is good or bad (and oddly enough, usually the good), I 'flip out'. Know that you are NOT alone and will be OKAY! If you are on meds, take them. Talk to someone so you can get 'it' out. Scream in a pillow or run, swim, walk to get some of the fire out. Remember to breathe (sometimes I forget this when I am in free fall). Pamper yourself (a favorite book, movie, meal etc...). Try to get proper rest. And know, you WILL get through this.
Many thoughts and prayers!