Anxiety and Depression

By oneintwo

1 min read

I've been having a consistent anxiety attack for the past few days of the new year... I think a lot, my blood pressure is on the increase. As someone that is always indoors, not having a job at the moment, and also forfeited a nursing degree admission last year due to financial challenges, please how do I win this...

I'm losing my damn mind.

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Nigeria

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LizGreen Community Admin
Dear Anonymous, I am very glad that you reached out about the anxiety and depression you are experiencing because it can be so hard to share these things. It sounds like you are going through so much right now, and that there is great pressure on you. It is understandable that you are feeling depressed and anxious given all that is happening. I don't know how to answer your question about how to win this, but I can sense you have a mission to help others through your nursing career, so facing barriers to this goal must be so difficult. Please let us know how you are doing and if you are able to find support for all you are facing. Sincerely, Liz Green, <a href='http://H-I-V.net' target='_blank'>H-I-V.net</a> Team Member
Khafre Kujichagulia Abif Moderator
Alafia (Peace) <inline-mention user-id="2047269" username="oneintwo"/> , I am so sorry to hear about your experience. Have you spoken to your provider? I might try getting out of the house and taking a long work. Getting some sun and exercise might be just what you need. Khafre (Team Member)
Ze Moderator & Contributor
Hi <inline-mention user-id="2047269" username="oneintwo"/> I am sorry you are feeling the challenges of the last year. First, remind yourself that these bumps in the road are only temporary, and everything happens for a reason. And mostly, be patient with yourself. It sounds like you have been going through a lot. Sometimes when my anxiety gets the best of me, I write it all down, get it all out of my head and then spend time doing something for myself (maybe a bubble bath, or watching your favorite movie). Stay strong, and we are here if you need! - Ze (Team Member)
Khafre Kujichagulia Abif Moderator
Alafia (Peace) <inline-mention username="oneintwo" user-id="2047269"/> How are you feeling lately? I want to check in with you to see if you have been able to manage your anxiety. Please reach back out to let us know. Khafre (H-I-V.net Team Member)
1. LizGreen Community Admin
 <inline-mention username="oneintwo" user-id="2047269"/> I'm so glad you checked in with us again. We are here to listen. It also sounds like you are dealing with some really difficult barriers and if you are worried about your mental health, maybe we can send you some resources that would help. Just let us know. I know since we last spoke, we published an article about the Global Commission on HIV, and I will link it here in case it is helpful. Let us know what you think about this article - https://h-i-v.net/living/global-commission Best, Liz (Team Member)
2. Khafre Kujichagulia Abif Moderator
 <inline-mention username="oneintwo" user-id="2047269"/> Alafia (Peace) We want to check in with you to see how things are going these days. We hope that you have found a resolve. Khafre (H-I-V.net Team Member)

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