Anxiety is getting worse and I don't know what to do

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1w ago1 min read

Lately I've been having these episodes where my chest gets tight and I can't stop thinking about worst case scenarios. Usually happens when I'm alone with my thoughts at night. I've got a family depending on me and I feel like I should just be able to handle this on my own but it's getting harder. Started researching therapy but the costs are insane. Anyone else dealing with this?

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BBradRegular1w ago

I've been dealing with this too man. The chest tightness thing is real and it's scary when you're in the middle of parenting. Have you talked to a doctor about it? I finally did after months of thinking I could just push through.

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DDanNew Dad1w ago

The fact that you're recognizing this is getting worse is actually good. Don't wait it out. Talk to someone. Your kids need you healthy more than they need you to handle everything alone.

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VVincentRegular1w ago

Work stress on top of dad stress is a brutal combo. You're not alone in this. Might be worth talking to someone professional about it, even just a few sessions to work through what's triggering these episodes.

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