How can I handle this fear / anxiety...?!
Question: How can I handle this fear / anxiety....?
Here's the thing every time I read something about health like throat cancer, I start to worry about the people in my life and if they have or might get it, I also worry about myself and the chances of that happening. Then I worry if any of us have done anything that would cause such a thing.
It really gets to me!
It happens every time I see articles like that in Reader's Digest or other magazines.
Health Question & Answer
It really gets to me!
It happens every time I see articles like that in Reader's Digest or other magazines.
Health Question & Answer
Answers:
Quit reading those articles. And I wouldn't worry unless you or the other people you worry about are sick or have symptoms of an illness and then you or they can see a doctor.Health Question & Answer
Are you on medication for your anxiety.? That may help relax you. You have what I have 'health anxiety' You fear everything you hear about is going to happen and either see them happening or feel them happening even though they aren't. I suggest getting on a medication that can help you relax it really will make your days better. Good luck!Health Question & Answer
Just remind yourself that you and your family/friends are currently healthy. Don't worry about things like that until you have a reason to do so. If the fixation is keeping you from living a normal life, try going to a psychologist. You might have some anxiety issues that they could help you sort out.Health Question & Answer
Bad stuff happens all the time Hala, don't worry about it, just make the most outta your life and f*ck everything else!Health Question & Answer
It may also be Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. See a shrink.Health Question & Answer