Anxiety getting worse, don't know how to manage it anymore

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Apr 151 min read

I'm a single dad, full time job, and I'm constantly worried about whether I'm doing enough for my kids or messing something up. Lately I'm having trouble sleeping, my chest gets tight when I think about their future, and I'm snapping at them over stupid stuff. I know I need help but I'm not sure where to start. Don't have great insurance so therapy isn't cheap. Has anyone dealt with parenting anxiety and actually gotten better?

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VVincent L.New DadApr 15

Hey, you're doing more than enough just by caring this much. That anxiety is lying to you. I've got four kids and still worry I'm messing up, but our kids just need us showing up and trying. You're already winning.

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BBrandon H.RegularApr 15

Single dad life is no joke. But the fact that you're worried about doing enough means you probably are. Don't let the anxiety convince you otherwise.

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RRyan M.New DadApr 15

Real talk, you need to talk to someone about this before it gets worse. I know it's hard to add another thing, but your mental health directly affects your kids. Look into your employer's EAP if you have one.

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