Sam31p

Yep I've been trying since the day I was born. Never had friends, family were the only people I had who died, can't make friends as I have to struggle with the symptoms.

In fact I'm at a point where yes I'm alone and feel someone to talk to would be nice, but I don't want friends as such because the distress it causes me talking to people just isn't worth it.

I've done it all. In more than 10 years since seeking medical help I've tried exercise, eating healthy, avoiding caffeine, reading books, been on sites like moodjuice, tried Meds, had CBT, bereavement therapy.

One big reason why none of that works is because it's silly imaginary stuff. It's all very well sitting there doing yoga or mindfulness but I'm still the same nervous wreck after and my family are still dead and in the ground. It doesn't change my situation.

I've spent years trying to help myself and yet I'm still in this situation. Unfortunately just like someone who's had their legs removed or someone with a broken arm, professional help is needed rather than to do it on my own, because let's face it, what resources do I have?

Going to the vets would have been much more doable if I had a tiny bit of support. Not only was I there with horrendous symptoms but had to go through the upset of my dog being there. On my own. No support. Someone to give me a lift would have helped as I don't drive. Someone I could just talk to or phone up after the day there.....but no.....
Genuine question, what else could I have done to help myself regarding the vets?