I have been taking meds for over 20 years and will do so until I die, I am 65 now. No way can I go through the years of panic attacks and anxiety again. Thank goodness for modern medicine even if it kills me! Sending hugs and inner peace to all those who are suffering ❤

My anxiety doesnt make me feel like a loser. it makes me feel like everything is doom and gloom. Worst case senerios constantly.

I am sick of being dismissed and mocked for having every Anxiety Disorder. Panic disorder is the worst. 🙏💙

I suffer from clinical anxiety and depression. People around me think its just being a "worry wart" and I just need to chill out a bit. It's so frustrating that I don't get taken seriously by my family. That just adds to my depression. ❤

My anxiety and clinical depression can be overwhelming at times. It's constant work.

I have panic disorder and agoraphobia, can’t go out alone, can’t work, can’t date, it’s a living nightmare. 😢

Im overwhelmed just watching this 😭😭😭😭 but Im glad I am not alone

So hard, you know the world is moving forward around you, but you can't join or be a part of it because failing, or looking like an imposter or being embarrassed because you just cant do something everyone else can, is real. I find myself waiting for the next big bad life event to strike.... And its hard! Even if you are treating it... Treating it seems to help my waiting feel more comfortable..... But im still waiting.

This is me. Each person that shared their story prompted me to think I experience life similar to these. Thank You all. I loved the sentiment of this young woman: “Someone may need your smile more than you need your tears.” How awesome and beautifully said.❤ I will like to use this notion when next time I am tempted to take to the couch. Nowadays, as I’ve aged, it will be a migraine headache that causes me to retreat under covers in quiet and darkness, eyes closed. Knocked out for 16-24hours. Seriously, the question of which comes first: the chicken or the egg? There was so much denial of “mental issues” in America. Everyone who didn’t fit into the “norm”, we shushed talk about. i/we believed in our right to privacy as American citizens. Break the Stigma is a much more current position to take. This program could be done again with a different set of peoples. It’d be interesting to see. Best wishes to all here. Your honesty is much appreciated. Thank You ❤😢😮😅😊😃

you’d know if you had a panic attack. it feels like your heart is exploding and like you’re dying

Anxiety from age 3. Effected my physical health through years of panic attacks plus my employment history. The moment l am put under pressure especially the work place l go to pieces. Often wished there was a switch to turn it off😢😢

My anxiety is so bad that I can’t work and I even have a hard time cleaning my house. I’m stuck in stuck mode :(

My anxiety comes and goes, often taking me by surprise. It sucks and I hate the way it makes me feel. When I talk about it I feel stupid so it's hard to really talk about it in depth. I worry about the world/society ending or turning into chaos and this seems to trigger it.

Had my first panic attack May 30th 2010 when I was 18..I’m about to be 32. My anxiety is a lot better but it will always be in there. Gettin clean and sober and having a good job i love helps me not be so anxious and have panic attacks.

"I don't think so, Sharon" is my new answer to everything.

Thank you to everyone for sharing their experiences, I don’t feel so alone now ❤

The people in this video are describing exactly what my life has been like for the past several years. I've always had depression and anxiety but after becoming a parent and then experiencing some very stressful events a decade ago and again more recently, the anxiety and depression severely impact my ability to function daily. Another day has gone by where I haven't been able to manage and start or complete very important overdue tasks.

I live with anxiety is so extreme that it feels like I am having a heart attack. No fun and I don't want to take pills

I have anxiety disorder from the military. Nothing triggers it. It could be a random time during the day and i get dizzy, tingly, crazy breathing, nausea. Feels like I'm going to pass out and will last for 30 minutes to an hour and I'm completely exhausted after

Thank you. This helped me realize i am not alone. My daughter waited on her dad over and over, turned into abandonment issues on to of depression and anxiety.

I have so much anxiety that I have to plan my route in advance; weeks in advance. I can't go to my friend's parties because of the people. In smaller parties, I still sat by myself.

Every experience they shared in this video feels like they are talking about my own experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and ADD 🥺 and everybody around me. They just don’t understand why I’m always late, why sometimes I don’t make it, I have lost important moments, people, jobs, relationships, so much because of the overwhelming anxiety, overthinking, worrying, fear, scattered thoughts and uncertainty that comes and goes, it never stops and has been putting my life on hold. I feel like it has gotten worse. I have so many goals and the thought of staying like this forever kills me. Sending love to everyone and hope we can overcome this illness soon.

I have GAD, finally got on meds last month. Did not realize what I was putting myself through. I get overwhelmed by ANYTHING I have to do. I couldn’t do my job without having what felt like a low grade panic attack for most of my shift most days. Had many weed induced panic attacks but only a handful of sober ones, they are very scary and you feel fear for you life (I do at least).

I’ve been under high stress for the last seven years between increasingly impossible work conditions, unstable housing, ill-health, loss of friends, a spiritual crisis, COVID, loss of employment and employability, illnesses and death of parents, financial instability, aging, physical disability, etc. I’ve sort of collapsed. I have one close friend who lives 100O miles away, and one family member left.

For me with anxiety l feel like for example when you meet people that like you friendship or a relationship , when it's going good l have this fear and self preparatory for when it will end and sometimes l end these relationships in fear of not having the people leave and l fall into a depressive state it's really sad to have yourself and be in a constant state of pushing people who genuinely care about you away because you fear the unknown..... I hope we all find a place we belong and have that self acceptance to constantly tell ourselves we are the most beautiful souls and it's okay to fail sometimes ❤❤

I can't speak for everyone but I have has anxiety from childhood

Im here to try and help others. I suffered from low grade panic attacks while I was at work every day. And it barely got better when I got home. I was going to my doctor at least once sometimes twice a week for all of the other symptoms that come with anxiety attacks. After a year I started taking Magnesium and I feel 200 times better. No panic attacks, no social anxiety, no heart palpations, no headaches, no muscle aches. I sleep at night. Its been wonderful. So wonderful in fact im looking to go back to the gym and invite my brothers to the bar tonight.

I wash my face with ice cold water, neck, arms, shoulders and head when I feel I’m coming down with anxiety. I’m getting better. I know how to roll with it. Cold water works and becoming friend with it. Invite your anxiety over and talk to it like it’s your best friend. The worst thing to do is to deny it. Cold ice water. It works! And also, drink very cold carbonated water. It does work. I bet Doctor don’t know that! Lol! It’s the carbonation helps with your breathing.

Childhood trauma ACES is the bottom line precipitating all of this. One must address childhood trauma or u will be predisposed to every disorder imaginable.

I have had anxiety since I was 27, an now I am 60, BUT I have not taken medicin for 18 years. Why?.. I went to intense therapy... it took years, but my big answer is, that it had a lot to do with inner anger. It helped to express it in therapy and learn to say stop to certain people. Unfortunaly my psykiatrist was against therapy, so I found a psychologist (against my psykiatrists will). It was the best, I have ever done.

It’s horrible I bc can’t stand it it’s driving me crazy I can’t go anywhere I can’t do anything lord please help me lord please

Wonderful documentary Thankyou . I was impressed with the ability of the person who had a radio station happening in his dorm room. Able to see their own behaviours in struggling with their own anxiety then speaking about it clearly. An experience no one has put so well into words. From entering schooling age 5 anxiety was always present in fear confusion lack of opportunities to socialise before group's. Anyway I am so happy someone can explain .🎉

I remember as an 8 year old having the worst panic attacks in the middle of the night. I'd put on a favorite VHS (im 40 😊) and that would help a lot.

I honestly can't distinguish between the actors and the interview subjects. These clips are wild.

I have lived with Generalized, Social and Anticipatory Anxiety Disorder for most of my life and started medication at 14. I’ve seen improvement but i am by no means not cured. I’ve gone through every drug under the sun, this is the best it will get for me. I also have ADHD and Autism, some days I can order my own food at a restaurant but other days my autism cuts in and causes my mind to draw a blank on what to say which causes my anxiety to skyrocket, at which point I have no choice but to look pleadingly at a family member who understand by now that they will have to order for me again. There are also days where I just don’t feel comfortable enough to even attempt ordering. If someone comes to my front door, my flight or fight response kicks in and my instinct is to literally run away and hide as quickly as possible where I can’t be seen from the window and wait for them to give up and leave, or run to get another person to answer the door if someone else is home. I only open it when I’m expecting a different one of my medications that is shipped directly to me because I have to sign for it. I’m sure my dogs think I’m a weirdo lol.

*I suffer from pretty bad debilitating social anxiety that takes control of my life 90 percent of the time to the point that i cant even work a job anymore to where im 36 years old living at my elderly mothers house, i used to be able to work a steadily 9 to 5 job but the older i get the anxiety has gotten worse and i still fill out applications all the time but having to do the in person interview is what keeps not going, even something as simple as standing in line at a supermarket ready to check out will give me bad anxiety. Before I got addicted to drugs i would get prescribed xanax which was like a miracle drug for me because all the others failed but they stopped prescribing them to me because of my past & even though ive been clean for years now no one will prescribe them to me so im between a rock & a hard place and i dont know what to do.*

Great documentary. Anxiety is very real. I remember experiencing anxiety for the first time when I was eight, or nine years old. At the time, I thought I was weak and overly sensitive. I'm in my fifties, so it wasn't on anyone's radar back then. There was always a stigma and it was made worse by growing up in a small town. My parents just told me I was unique and special. I guess that was a way of dealing with it. I think it has kept me from realizing my full potential. I'm still trying to find my niche.

Listening to anxiety affirmations and meditation has helped. Also I’ve started telling myself it’s just a feeling when the anxiety starts to kick in, that it will pass, and it usually lessens the symptoms. Also when you get the bad thoughts in your head, it helps to hear them in a funny cartoon voice, you may take it less serious if Goofy is telling you you’ll get t-boned on your way to work.

I used to suffer from mild to moderate anxiety, especially in social circles. Eventually, I realised that the bravest people and those who I thought were Ok in social circles were just as anxious as me, and that their brevity was actually practised or developed over time. So, I managed to overcome part of the anxiety. I actually ended up becoming a trainer/instructor dealing with short-term courses, which meant a fresh batch of people every week. And I got so good that people never realised my anxiety, all because I was good at what I taught. So, it might help someone to realise that your mind over-magnifies the problem. Also, familiarising yourself with the situation can help you calm down. And finally, that person who you think has it together is probably also as anxious as you!

Psychotherapy helped me a lot. Also accepting the anxiety rather than trying to fight it stopped my panic attacks.

In a state of adrenalin anxiety and depression panicking can happen I have found only negative feedback from not looking happy smiling 😢 Not able to hide my panicking is I feel seen as dangerous emotionally loser.

I was diagnosed with MDD and anxiety at 19 I’m 32 now. I never really understood my anxiety diagnosis until recently. I’ve always had these rituals that I do that. I felt like messing up or not completing certain tasks would cause me to have a bad day or good or bad luck. It started with me being afraid of my narcissistic father. I always felt like completing certain rituals would ensure that I wouldn’t get in trouble with him that day, and into my adulthood, it escalated into having a good day at work or having a good day in general I never knew that all of this was associated with having anxiety. If I don’t have something I need to complete my process it sends me into a tail spin. I had no idea this stuff was anxiety.

So true,so many disabled from this, including me

I have told people I thought were okay about my struggling with depression anxiety. This has put me in a situation too often by being critically injured socially by their actions from the power of " their sanely?... and abusive behaviour "

Read the John Steinbeck book, "East of Eden." There is a character in that book that was "in love with their misery." We read it in a book club I attend. Everyone of us saw that attribute in ourselves!

You can manage it and work through it but when the doctor just pulls the rug on your benzos it all comes crashing down, it’s a good tool but when it becomes so demonized that the doctors are worried about getting audited that they start cutting back patients is what hurts. Benzos literally saved my life from the anxiety. So far I have my original script cut over half the amount I used to get. I don’t know what to do, I really like my doctor and don’t want to switch.

I suffer from anxiety and It can be absolutely awful from I'm thinking of things that are out of your control off from 5 years ago your worst enemy is like a ball drop for my heart into my stomach and then there goes my anxiety

I had dreadful anxiety. Started Celexa, and now I’m 8 years completely anxiety free. Don’t suffer in silence.

I have GAD and I completely lost consciousness at my IUD appointment from anxiety. My heart rate dropped to 50…They kept me on obs with O2 and heart monitor for 30 mins.

I'm currently listening and so much info spoken I can relate well and is well explained, something I often hard time doing due to problems with articulating thoughts and also how I feel. The only thing it's missing, at least so far to where it's playing at the moment, is to hear about anxiety with ASD.

From a young age, I knew something was wrong. I knew mental illness ran through my family. I immersed myself in games and online addiction. It's only now many years later that I've decided to face my reality. No more self soothing. Many have suggested medication. But isn't that just another way of circumventing the real issues? This anxiety and depression are a constant flow of negative self-talk. When I get out and excersize, it helps. But it's not enough. I have learned to be grateful for the many little positives in my life. I know many of us suffer from this. Often, I turn to God for help and think of the lords prayer. God be with all of us struggling within our own minds.

Proud of you all. I’ll have to come back to finish this, cause it’s too much right now. ❤

Thank you for this video. One of the men is living my life. I even had to take a Xanax (low dose) while I was watching it. I would like to not take pills, but my anxiety (general and social) make me throw up. I cannot calm my brain from being so obsessive over everything. My doctor has me on Prozac daily, with an occasional 0.25-0.5mg Xanax as needed. Usually just at night. This has helped. I liked the catch 22 theory, did my anxiety cause my depression, or the other way around. I wish there was more acknowledgement of this problem, and insurance help pay for alternative treatments. I do try meditation daily and the crystal bowls on KZfaq helps. I feel it straightens out my imaginary neural cords in my body, which calms me.

Good documentary

The anxiety levels are skyrocketing. People are constantly stressed about money and reputation. It's no way to live life. I found mindfulness meditation to be a game changer. The book "30 Days to Reduce Anxiety" by Harper Daniels helped.

This is a helpful prayer.. name of god here..grant me the serenity to accept the thing i can not change ..the courage to do the things I can..and the wisdom to know the difference. 17:15 video the 90s yess this complicate s us

Great job

Where there is love there is no fear. Where there is fear there is no love. I realise love is the power that heals me, and everyone around me. Love is my life and my sustenance 🥰🌟

Good story ❤❤❤

My body hurts in every joint and muscle, clinched teeth and headache. When I get frustrated it feels like it starts building up in my feet all the way up my body until I explode

Years it is terrible to go through anxiety and panic attacks and the extreme fear and worries it takes the fun out of everything and then i worry about the next time it happens since 2018 I've had them good luck to you...

What more can you expect... This Crazy,CRAZY World

Shout out to the Guest speaker's who never turned up ❤❤❤

It's brave that these people are coming out and sharing their struggle with anxiety. Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you. 1 Peter 5:7 KJV

I don't think so, Sharon! Yes sir this is my life.

I have a full load. GAD, social anxiety, bipolar, and depression. Medicine helps soooo much. I’ve noticed that I shut down when the anxiety gets bad, though.

Has puberty been known to enduce or a contributing factor to anxiousness? If so would the chemical or hormonal response then have a marker?

My chronic depression and anixety ruins my life

I'm the guy who sits in his car by himself at lunch

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🌍 *Anxiety disorders affect 40 million American adults, becoming a leading cause of disability globally.* 03:29 🧠 *Anxiety disorders are serious medical conditions, prevalent in the U.S, causing constant worry and fear.* 04:49 💔 *There are five major types of anxiety disorders: panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, PTSD, and social phobia.* 06:34 🤕 *Anxiety manifests physically with symptoms like tension, numbness, chest heaviness, and headaches.* 08:16 🔄 *Anxiety and depression often coexist, with symptoms exacerbating each other.* 09:41 🚗 *Anticipatory anxiety varies among individuals, triggered by subjective worries, but reality often mitigates the fear.* 14:32 🤝 *Therapy, medication, and self-reflection are vital tools in managing anxiety and depression.* 16:58 🛌 *Anxiety can hinder daily tasks, relationships, and work, causing physical ailments and affecting overall well-being.* 20:23 🔄 *Anxiety may lead to avoidance behaviors, impacting jobs, relationships, and daily life.* 24:09 🏢 *Workplace anxiety is common, affecting concentration, decision-making, and interpersonal relationships, with 72% reporting interference with daily work.* 25:48 🔄 *Anxiety impacted work performance, contributing to a vicious cycle affecting career, relationships, and overall well-being.* 27:23 🌐 *Anxiety led to job-related decisions, impacting opportunities and relationships; discussing anxiety openly remains challenging for many adults.* 28:30 🎓 *Transition from college to the workforce intensifies anxiety, making it crucial to support and recognize signs of untreated anxiety-related disorders in young professionals.* 30:47 🤝 *Observing colleagues' behavior for signs of anxiety and offering support can create a more understanding and inclusive work environment.* 35:22 🔄 *Anxiety can control decisions, leading to challenges in social situations and the need for a strong support system to navigate through difficult moments.* 38:23 🚹 *Men may express anxiety differently, often masking it with physical symptoms, substance use, or anger due to societal expectations.* 39:47 🔄 *Social stigma hinders individuals from seeking help for anxiety, perpetuating negative views and potential exclusion.* 43:10 💬 *Lack of insurance, fear of stigma, and misconceptions about therapy contribute to individuals not seeking help for anxiety, despite its prevalence.* 46:55 🍃 *Various coping mechanisms for anxiety include medication, meditation, and lifestyle changes; personal preferences and experiences play a significant role.* 49:42 🐾 *Having a support system, including pets, regular exercise, meditation, and journaling, proves beneficial for managing anxiety.* 50:13 🎢 *Facing anxiety is like riding a roller coaster; the more you do it, the more manageable it becomes, allowing for rational thinking.* 50:41 🧘 *Trying meditation helped combat anxiety by creating mental space, although it wasn't a cure, it offered moments of clarity.* 52:05 📚 *Self-help books can be a useful starting point to understand anxiety, but individual approaches vary; some prefer experiential learning over literature.* 52:45 🌐 *Social media contributes to anxiety, and fostering understanding requires people to pause, empathize, and connect with each other beyond surface presentations.* 53:29 👥 *Breaking the stigma around anxiety needs influential figures sharing positive stories, demonstrating that living well with anxiety is possible.* 54:53 🤝 *Openness about anxiety creates a support network, reducing the burden of secrecy and allowing others to connect and empathize.* 55:35 💡 *Early intervention for anxiety involves seeking support from trusted individuals, getting treated, and exploring alternative support structures.* 57:15 🌍 *Focusing on the big picture and not letting uncertainty control one's life is crucial for managing anxiety and maintaining overall well-being.* 58:22 🌈 *There's nothing wrong with individuals experiencing anxiety; understanding, coping methods, and treatment are available for a fulfilling life.* Made with HARPA AI

I experiencing this😢 I have anxiety order and depression and panic every since I caught Covid 😢

I suffer addhd. Anxiety and depression. I dont seek help cause i dont belive taking meds for me is beating the issue its just numbing it. I have found some peace with getting into fish tanks but each day is long and hard. I hope anyone who suffers it finds inner peace

IM DISABLED BECAUSE OF MY PROBLEMS…I’M VERY ANTI-SOCIAL…I ONLY HAVE A FEW PEOPLE I TALK TOO…I HAVE NIGHTMARES THAT BRING ON PTSD EVENTS…I HAVE AGORAPHOBIA, ANXIETY AND PANIC ATTACKS, ANTI-SOCIAL DISORDER, PTSD SEVERE DEPRESSION….SOMETIMES I WONT LEAVE MY HOUSE FOR WEEKS…😢😢😢😢😢

IVE LIVED WITH ANXIETY ALL MY LIFE…I SELF MEDICATED FOR YEARS UNTIL I WENT TO A DOCTOR ABOUT IT AND GOT ON MEDS…I STILL HAVE ATTACKS AT TIMES…I USE MUSIC THERAPY TO CALM MYSELF DOWN…😢😢😢😢

I "LOVE" when dr.s say irrational anxiety. It makes no sense, not rational 2 u. But me completely rational.

would like to know the song at 57:10

Who else is getting second hand anxiety seeing these poor people?

ive had anxiety problems since i was a child. before i knew what it was or knew i needed help. the first time i smoked weed i felt what calm actually was. i use gummies and weed every day (legal state). it helps but i still cant be around people very long.

😃 I have all 5 types of anxiety disorder! Jk, ocd is a mild symptom that arises when I get into a routine, but it's a symptom of my Generalized Anxiety Disorder. So I can become overly compulsive, but it's not a disorder since it's a symptom that arises because of another disorder and not the disorder itself. It's like saying your blood sugar is high at the moment, but that doesn't mean you have diabetes. I'm not joking about having the other 4, though. Couldn't even have a pet fish in my room because my GAD would create thoughts of waking up to it being dead and then having a dead creature in my room. Still haven't found the right cocktail of meds yet!

Does anyone out there get stomach ulcers and reflux from anxiety and extreme stress

I have every one of these types of anxieties but anticipatory anxiety I have the most…

Is it still considered an anxiety disorder when you have legitimate reasons for being anxious?

For me, therapy Prayer and medication are extremely necessary.

Life in America is stressful period. This country sucks.

Anxiety is a very hard chemical brain disorder. People say well what starts it. It doesn't work like that. Nothing has to wrong. I am on 9 different meds. I have ritual problems, if I don't do it right I have to do it over. Which inturn can take control over it, and meds in turn not doing the ritual write is the viscous circle. I am on 9 different meds and it has helped.if u have ocd it makes the anxiety worse.so for all of u people thinks that anxiety is just in your mind. NO ITS A CHEMICAL DISORDER OF THE BRAIN. SO FOR ALL THOSE THAT THINK ITS ALL IN YOUR HEAD, U DONT KNOW HOW IT STARTS I W OULD NOT LIKE TO PUT THIS ON ANYONE PROBLEM.

U study indian saints minds I do IM.. But now battle between natural anxiety killers us & rest

I HAVE STUDIED IN THE HIGHSCHOOL.

I have all 5 anxiety disorders

I've had undiagnosed anxiety n depression for years but because of the anxiety I can't make an appt with the doctor or anyone to sort it. I'm in a catch 22 situation can anyone else relate? 😢

I only feel anxiety when in 🇺🇸👍

IT SHOWS THAT HOW BAD I AM.

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There is no cure for anxiety. Just riding through it- psychotherapy helps, psych drugs help temporarily. For me, I couldn't do it without God. (Don't come for me!)

TIME

Not hope 😢

I AM SICK.

I NEED TREATMENT.

AMIT

This documentary would have been better with just the down-to-earth interviews and without the interspersed scenery-chewing actors’ footage.

From my severe anxiety I was placed on diazepam 10 mg three times a day and carry one around my neck for panic attack because I had my first panic attack in 2001 right after 9/11 I got on an airplane to go from Manchester New Hampshire to BWI that was my first panic attack the first major won the second major one was in 2015 I thought I was having a heart attack went to the ER and they did all the tests and the nurse comes in and says what do you take a diazepam for us to anxiety because well you just had a panic attack not a heart attack and I don't know what brought it on I don't remember I have memory problems so I just can't remember but ever since I came off the day diazepam cuz I went back to the east coast no doctor would prescribe it so I came off of it and my anxiety went right to the roof I'm back on the diazepam but that's for my seizures and it's only 5 mg one tablet every 3 days but I told my neurologist that if I have a panic attack I'm taking one so he changed to take one daily as needed but I don't take one every day cuz I try to make them last me as long as it can