Highschool brings me down

[savaguava]

I get attacks almost everyday at school and no one understands why I have to step out of class and focus on trying to breathe. Everyone at my school likes to make fun of me for issues that I cant control. At school I just try to avoid everyone at all possible times. This means that I take routes to class that no one else does. I will walk around the whole school just to avoid having to see my peers. Sitting in class is even worse and Im finding it harder and harder everyday to function. Yesterday, Friday, I left after lunch because I was sitting in the library eating my lunch minding my own damn business until some kids came up to me and sat down, they made fun of me for wanting to sit by myself and when the tears started to come I just walked out and got in my car and went home and cried to my mom. Im crying as im writing this but it feels good to let it out because sometimes it feels like I have no one else to talk to about these things. My parents and I have decided that it would be best for me to switch schools because I didn't use to be like this...there was a time where i could be social with groups of people and I had a lot of friends and life was great. These groups are the same ones that go to my school now and they dont understand why Im now acting so differently towards them compared to how i used to be before anxiety took over my life. Ive had anxiety even worse lately because I have stopped using. But I am 3 weeks sober and am pushing as hard as I can to make it. Everyday is a different struggle but im taking it step by step.

Also, What are your guys thoughts on anxiety medication for an 18 year old? Im very hesitant on even trying to get meds because I do not want to become addicted, I would like to cope without drugs but sometimes I want something to take the edge off.

[happylife]

It does sound like you are having a difficult time but remember to breathe through these tough times. Medication can sometimes help when all other alternatives have been exhausted. Keep the communication lines open with your parents and close friends. :)



I get attacks almost everyday at school and no one understands why I have to step out of class and focus on trying to breathe. Everyone at my school likes to make fun of me for issues that I cant control. At school I just try to avoid everyone at all possible times. This means that I take routes to class that no one else does. I will walk around the whole school just to avoid having to see my peers. Sitting in class is even worse and Im finding it harder and harder everyday to function. Yesterday, Friday, I left after lunch because I was sitting in the library eating my lunch minding my own damn business until some kids came up to me and sat down, they made fun of me for wanting to sit by myself and when the tears started to come I just walked out and got in my car and went home and cried to my mom. Im crying as im writing this but it feels good to let it out because sometimes it feels like I have no one else to talk to about these things. My parents and I have decided that it would be best for me to switch schools because I didn't use to be like this...there was a time where i could be social with groups of people and I had a lot of friends and life was great. These groups are the same ones that go to my school now and they dont understand why Im now acting so differently towards them compared to how i used to be before anxiety took over my life. Ive had anxiety even worse lately because I have stopped using. But I am 3 weeks sober and am pushing as hard as I can to make it. Everyday is a different struggle but im taking it step by step.

Also, What are your guys thoughts on anxiety medication for an 18 year old? Im very hesitant on even trying to get meds because I do not want to become addicted, I would like to cope without drugs but sometimes I want something to take the edge off.

[happylife]

Highschool can be tough sometimes but there is also a guidance counselor too, who may be able to help you with this. You are not alone. :)
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[1Bluerose68]

They may be right. Some schools induce too much pressure on passing The Exit Exam. Some do not have enough guidance counselors, and some may not be teaching or helping you with your area of challenge which sounds like School Anxiety. There are some teriffic Special ed programs and you arent required to take the H.S exit exam if you graduate in their specialized Learning Specialty Programs. Also try to see if any schools around specialize in helping students with School Anxiety, or any specialists in your area that your parents could support you in talking to, like the guy on TV who does bio feedback for school phobia and ADHD problems. It sounds like it goes beyond anti anxiety meds. There are also FREE CRISIS LINES you call on the phone and they will LISTEN to you and give referrals for counselors in your area too.

[sofia.]

Hi, I feel the same about high school. It's being a really big issue to me to have to control myself and don't show to others what I am feeling. I usually hide myself in the bathroom and try to focus on my breathing. It's being so hard...