More anxiety

[boi]

I've been so stressed out lately with school. I think my anxiety has escalated. I feel zapping throughout my body and I feel like I have the flu. Are these symptoms of anxiety?

 

[Cat Dancer]

Re: more anxiety

From Anxiety Attacks and Disorders

Common physical symptoms of anxiety include:

• Pounding heart
• Sweating
• Stomach upset or dizziness
• Frequent urination or diarrhea
• Shortness of breath
• Tremors and twitches
• Muscle tension
• Headaches
• Fatigue
• Insomnia

I know when I've been really stressed out my heart skips beats so anxiety can do things to you physically.

Are you on any medication?

 

[boi]

Re: more anxiety

Im on medication but I forgot to take it yesterday. I feel like crap

 

[Daniel E.]

Re: more anxiety

I've been so stressed out lately with school

Some tips, in addition to the "sticky" posts in this forum:

Stress-Management Techniques - Psychlinks

and:

The best strategy for avoiding stress is to learn how to relax...Forget about always winning. Focus on relaxation, enjoyment, and health. If the stress in your life seems insurmountable, you may find it beneficial to see a mental health counselor. Be good to yourself.

Plain Talk About... Handling Stress - The Body

(A typical way for me to relax is by exercising.)

 

[boi]

thanks daniel, that is what I need to do just try to relax and enjoy. I think my anxiety yesterday was prob an anxiety attack and its not worth anything to be so stressed about. I am seeing my therapist soon.