New and Struggling

[s@ncholy]

Hey everyone, I'm new to the forum and I'm not really sure where to start or what I'm hoping to gain. I guess maybe just to see if other people understand or have tips or suggestions.

I have had pretty severe anxiety all of my life starting at a very young age. About 2 years ago I began taking Sertraline which helped my anxiety immensely. I also have had several boughts of what I think is depression. This most recent episode has been going on for 3 months. I don't have any desire to do anything. It takes all my energy to go to work Monday through Friday and then on the weekends I want to be alone. I'm not excited about anything or looking forward to anything. I feel very numb and like everything is mundane. I have had times like this in the past but have always been able to dig myself but I am really struggling this time. What's more frustrating is I have no idea what brought this on, there hasn't been any significant change in my life and I have no idea what would make me feel better or what I want to do. It's like a pre mid-life crisis feeling where I don't know what my purpose is, what I'm doing, why I'm here, where I'm going. It's very confusing and I feel sad all of the time. Has anyone else experienced something like this and if so what helped you through it?

[Quietone]

I feel like this too, I’m sorry I don’t have great advice as I’m currently very much struggling. I do know I feel much worse on days we’re I don’t leave the house and walk anywhere.
I have been too scared to ask dr for something for my anxiety, but it is good to hear that you have had a helpful experience with that.

[steakregret]

Hey everyone, I'm new to the forum and I'm not really sure where to start or what I'm hoping to gain. I guess maybe just to see if other people understand or have tips or suggestions.

I have had pretty severe anxiety all of my life starting at a very young age. About 2 years ago I began taking Sertraline which helped my anxiety immensely. I also have had several boughts of what I think is depression. This most recent episode has been going on for 3 months. I don't have any desire to do anything. It takes all my energy to go to work Monday through Friday and then on the weekends Webfishing I want to be alone. I'm not excited about anything or looking forward to anything. I feel very numb and like everything is mundane. I have had times like this in the past but have always been able to dig myself but I am really struggling this time. What's more frustrating is I have no idea what brought this on, there hasn't been any significant change in my life and I have no idea what would make me feel better or what I want to do. It's like a pre mid-life crisis feeling where I don't know what my purpose is, what I'm doing, why I'm here, where I'm going. It's very confusing and I feel sad all of the time. Has anyone else experienced something like this and if so what helped you through it?

You are not alone, many people have experienced this. You might try talking to someone close to you, focusing on small activities you used to enjoy, or consider talking to your doctor about adjusting your treatment. Hopefully you will feel better soon!

[Josie2025]

I understand completely. O am struggling with a lot as well.