new to the forum.. :)

[bumper]

So I'm new to this forum, don't know where to start etc. I'm 18 and was recently diagnosed with anxiety and depression, wasn't a massive surprise as I had known something was up for a while!
It's stopped me working, effected my relationship and my enjoyment in hobbies etc. But hey, I'm starting a fresh and working myself back up to becoming 'me'.

I was given 2lots of counselling and CBT, which at the time kinda helped but then after the 6weeks it was cut off. I don't wanna go back.

Thought it'd be nice to join a forum as when the days are bad they are real bad, and none of my rl friends seem to get it! Was alittle worried about joining and sharing my story but it's worth a shot to see if anyone has any tips etc :)
So yeah that's me! Hah

[NeverToo...Fear]

No replies?? Hm, well I'll just go ahead and bump the Bumper intro thread ;)

Erm, hi Bumper, it's nice to meet you. Now that you've joined the best anxiety club in the world, you can be among like minded people and get some great advice and support :)

[Enduronman]

Welcome Bumper!!!

Great to see new members!

E-Man.

[NixonRulz]

So I'm new to this forum, don't know where to start etc. I'm 18 and was recently diagnosed with anxiety and depression, wasn't a massive surprise as I had known something was up for a while! It's stopped me working, effected my relationship and my enjoyment in hobbies etc. But hey, I'm starting a fresh and working myself back up to becoming 'me'. I was given 2lots of counselling and CBT, which at the time kinda helped but then after the 6weeks it was cut off. I don't wanna go back. Thought it'd be nice to join a forum as when the days are bad they are real bad, and none of my rl friends seem to get it! Was alittle worried about joining and sharing my story but it's worth a shot to see if anyone has any tips etc :) So yeah that's me! Hah

This sounds like about100 % of the people here!

Welcome aboard.

Good to see you seeking some answers so early on

[NixonRulz]

You and me both!

I hid it for so long before I ever looked for answers.

I think I let anxiety overstay its welcome by years and years.

[AmberGbenga]

Well hi there friend! Welcome to our humble home, make yourself at home as we all sure have. All the help, support and encouragement you can throw at a mashed potato in here. Full of lovely, inspiring and knowledgable people.
Glad you have made the steps to get help, you will be just fine dear :)

[GeneAllen]

Welcome Welcome Welcome. We are all happy you're here. As you can already see. Peace to you friend. Things are fixin to get better!:D

[bumper]

Wow thanks everyone :) was apprehensive about joining but your all welcoming! Nice to know km around people who understand.

No I don't take meds.

[jessed03]

Wow thanks everyone :) was apprehensive about joining but your all welcoming! Nice to know km around people who understand.

No I don't take meds.

Yeah we're nice, you can come a little closer to us now. Stop standing so far away from us in your pic. We don't bite lol

Pleased to meet you anyway sir! You are most certainly in a place where everybody understands what you're going through. :)

[bumper]

Says the guy with a car pic :P
Ps I'm female :)

[Cullingford]

Hey Bumper really nice to meet you. If they ask you to get into that van DONT! :)

[em1]

Hello and welcome to the page :)

[jessed03]

Says the guy with a car pic :P
Ps I'm female :)

Ah touché!
My apologies ma'am :)

[em1]

Good morning ish lol jessed03

[jessed03]

Good morning ish lol jessed03

Em, if we're really quick we can do it.

Wish each other good morning, that is! :)

So, good (late) morning to you both too!

[jessed03]

I skipped Cullingford, as once he's in the anxiety van, he won't know whether it's morning or night ;)

[bumper]

I will do!:P

Btw, does anyone have any recommendations for any books or anything useful with anxiety?

[jessed03]

Read a Claire Weekes book first - Preferably Hope and Help for the nerves

Then afterwards, work through The Anxiety and Phobia workbook.

That's a great foundation :)

[bumper]

Excellent :) will check it out tomorrow! Thanks for the warm welcome!