Living with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Panic Attacks that Feel like Dying
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- Опубліковано 9 лют 2025
- Sydney describes herself as a happy person. She is also diagnosed with general anxiety and sometimes has panic attacks so intense that she believes she is dying. Sydney wants others to know that a person who is smiling can still have a mental health disorder.
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I relate a lot. It’s 5am and I’m up with intense anxiety. Nobody else ever knows. It’s like your mind and body turn against you.
You're not alone, but remember, you have a right to be here! 🧡
thanks for this comment, not for the fact you felt so bad at 5AM but actually makes me halp feel not alone, today I woke up at 3am with a terrible anxiety from previous day and I throwed up, sweat, felt my body soar and many things so yeah... is awful and I hope at least nowdays people can help others with anxiety because is awful
Trust me i know what its like. I've gone through it.
Same here 😢 I feel so alone sometimes cause nobody I know has any sleeping issues
@@ilrahcpetite1760 Same here man. I have anxiety and insomnia. Started taking anti-anxiety medications recently and I hope they'll help. I found that meditation also helps. Hang in there!
She is literally laughing through the discomfort. Panic attacks are no joke. I admire her honesty & transparency.
It’s really nervous laughter. It’s a reaction to how she feels internally
Her laughing could be her key to open up about her anxiety and panic attacks, I know I’d probably do the same thing being nervous speaking about my mental health issues
@@muffincat99 Might be the meds.
@@Alpha_7227 I could use some of those meds right now.
@@martina5296 I finally bit the bullet and asked my GP if I could have SSRI's better known as anti depressants. He put me onto Ecitalopram or Lexapro as the brand name is in the States. My thinking is clearer and I definitely feel more chill thanks to the seratonin. It's been about 2 weeks since I have been on them.
This girl has a beautiful smile. I totally understand the anxiety symptoms and impending doom. Really horrible.
Except what does her smile have to do with it?
@@StopFear They are just saying that they like her smile. What's wrong with that- 👁️👄👁️
@@StopFear youre probably fun to be around!
I relate to her so much and it’s really comforting to talk about it
Yeah she pretty.
A panic attack has sent me to the ER before because I was hyperventilating so bad I convinced myself I was having a heart attack and that I was dying. Anxiety has been a part of me my whole entire life and although I have learned to live with it, I don't think people understand how real and intrusive it is in my everyday life.
How do you deal with it. I’ve had it for years and it just hasn’t gotten better and it’s got worse
Same...😪
Go to psychiatrist and get some medications, there is a girl who i know who has this things for years and got rid of it in only 1 month, she couldnt belive it also.
I've done that too.
Same thing happened to me except I refused to go to the ER because American health care is expensive 🙃 but I was definitely convinced that I was having a heart attack and was dying
The fear of going crazy, not being functional to work or socialize, not being a person anymore, the fear of being stigmatized, the prejudice against taking medication, the little signs from childhood and the "waking" of others family members to their own mental health issues,the overwhelming relief when the right medication kicks in and you can just breath, walk, work and talk to people normaly, the heartbreaking knowledge that it is going to be there forever, the acceptance, I have also been through it, I have never seen somebody being so open about anxiety disorder, i always see doctors/professionals talking about it, thank you for sharing your experience ❤
True
The fear of going crazy is so real for me. It paralyzes me almost every single day. It’s never happened, so Im not sure why I can’t get it through my head that it won’t happen, but it’s the worst feeling in the world.
Im not functional to work or socialize because of my generalized anxiety and manic depression so shes very lucky, I can barely leave the house sometimes and I think my life is going to end eventually by my own hand. I wish everyone in the comments good luck
Such a wonderful explanation
@@kyliemartinez1507 absolutely right, this is what iam feeling now , it's been become a cycle now..after months of normal days ,now severity of anxiety returned..
How are you feeling now?
Anxiety is truly crippling. Longtime sufferer here. The nervous laughter is something i feel on a personal level. it's so frustrating when people dont take you seriously...
I know what is like. Sometimes I have to apologize while I'm talking at work because I giggle every couple words and I don't want them to think I'm being disrespectful or something, it's just hard to control.
I'm going through an anxiety attack and especially when I'm taking my exams 🙃
I have anxiety too and it just sucks a lot...especially when people don’t believe you and think oh your making it up..it’s not true it’s a real thing I was diagnosed with anxiety disorder at age 10 and it still bothers me a lot but i can do it even though you can feel like giving up at some point but you can’t give up
@@PercyTheLittleGreenEngine06 I don’t have anxiety but I totally believe it’s a thing and should be taken more seriously
Anxiety is crippling only when it manifests itself as acid reflux then it became a full blown panic attack (think of palpitations)
I see so much of myself in her :( the way she laughs after every sentence, when she laughs and jokes talking about her condition because she doesn’t want to worry or burden anyone, constantly smiling and laughing to mask her real feelings, ugh I have never related to someone so much in my entire life. I love her.
Ur prettu
Same here!! I was just thinking "oh my god our mannerisms are so similar"
Same.
I was thinking the same thing
I hope you guys are doing okay ☺️ never feel afraid to speak out your real feelings because you guys deserve to be heard and get help if you need it 🥰 God bless and Jesus is always there to help you
“Come to Me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest” Matthew 11:28
I’m pretty anxious right now and she’s so right about how physical it is. The rapid heart rate, fast breathing, nausea. I can’t think of a worse feeling.
How do u feel now after a year? Did it get better? Or do.u still get panic attacks?
@@Emiina_Miina hi! I feel pretty good now. No anxiety. I’m on medication so that helps.
What are these medications?
@@alexlaateyayeh7019 Zoloft, lamictal, buproprion. I’ve been lowering the doses over time. Been feeling fine.
The one im taking is gabapentin. @@alexlaateyayeh7019
The dying aspect of panic attacks is intense. My throat swells gets dry its difficult to breathe while my body trys to push out air. The fear becomes so intense you dissociate from your body and it somehow loses its ability to regulate your breathing, your heartrate.
Exactly i feel the same, plus brain blocks all communication between mind & mouth. Shaking voice hyperventilating, muscular spasms.
I agree I feel like my throat closes and I can't swallow whatsoever and my throat is dry
Also in my throat and breath but therapy and mindfulness and sport helps
YESSSS!!!
Yeah, feels like drowning to me.
As someone with GAD, people often actually do not take you seriously or unintentionally believe you are flirting with them because of mannerism caused by GAD. I find that I often portray a peppy persona to alleviate the pressure of social scrutiny and it instantly puts other people at ease because I seem so warm and welcoming, but really, my subconscious is forcing me to behave this way to neutralize perceived threats. It's a very uncontrollable response and makes me feel like a child. I worry when I think other people notice it too and they might perceive it as a weakness.
This is exactly how I feel! I never found the right words to describe it but you hit the nail on the head.
I can see myself in her. I'm always smiling and laughing for no reason when I have to talk about difficult things. This makes me feel so much less alone. Thank you for sharing.
I have depression and horrible social anxiety. I still have friends but it's hard when they don't understand that I absolutely can't meet them today. I just want to stay alone.
@@ratflail215 yep and when you don’t hang out with them “enough” (basically friends think there’s a required amount you have go out with them) then they start ghosting you, not inviting you to things. It’s really sad.
Same here
It might be her awesome personality as well.
@@ratflail215 then you reach middle age and no one is there and no one sees you because kids consider only young people as real people, so if you think you feel bad now ... you'll get your wish, you'll be all alone trust me I thought like this ... you get what you desire.
This has me bawling right now. I’m going through everything she’s going through. It’s debilitated my life the past week. I don’t want to live like this anymore. I’m happy for her that she understands. And can manage. I hope I don’t lose myself, too.
I am going through it as well. It's awful.
"I don't want to live like this" coming from someone with multiple anxiety disorders, crying about it will not ease anything
Love you
@@theeggbreadguy3799 Crying helps alot. You're allowed to cry. Don't be fooled by what this world has told you a man looks like. Humans cry. Suppressing that suppresses aspects of our very humanity. Being "tough" is being present with the full spectrum of your emotions.
::hugs:: I hope you've been able to find the support you need. I know for me, finally getting diagnosed and treated was the best thing EVER, after decades of powering through without knowing what was going on.
Literally when I watched this video it almost brought me to tears just hearing someone else who is seemingly fine and normal on the outside explain their side of living with anxiety. In so many ways I related to this wonderful woman. She seems so similar to me in the ways of anxiety and panic attacks. Strange I see myself weak yet in awe at her great strengths. We seem so similar yet the actions I take dont seem similar in power compared. I feel I can also accomplish things like her but I can’t feel proud of myself for some reason.
I am sure that if somebody would see you from an outside perspective, they would be in awe of you. :D :)
@@waltervalente262 I agree!
Same
Me too
I’m crying right now from it lol
As someone who has lived with Panic Disorder for 42 years, I can relate. It is real, the impending doom is real and it is completely debilitating. I spent 10 years in a constant state of panic and it took a toll on my mind, my heart and my entire body.
I’m so sorry.10 years is a very long time
@@orangescout1967 I’m doing well, thank you!
Ditto, and I'm 59.
@@gigantor62 I hope you are doing well! May Jesus bless you and always give you strength “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand” Isaiah 41:10
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The is such a sanity saving interview. I don't feel so isolated after watching it. It's alright to be me, even when struggling. Thank you for putting this out.
Sydney, you did it. You helped represent people like me who are watching this video and have been diagnosed with anxiety and feel hopeless and underrepresented. Thank you, I feel seen and heard today.
This video is all about us,I have been battling with anxiety,panic attack disorder for a year now
Get to a therapist! You can open up and talk. There is medication, and it does not alter your personality. It evens out your ups & downs. Once I told my employers, they understood and asked if I needed help with anything. I said yes and they found ways to help me through some episodes. Eventually I could take responsibility for myself.
@@cathieludemann5879 i really had to think before going into therapy again because of the Money. And i don't work yet, and my parents don't believe me.
@@shypassion394 Hi, Shy!
I'm sorry it has taken me so long to respond to your post. Some communities have mental health services. They charge on a sliding scale, based on ability to pay. I didn't tell my parents; my mother would have had a fit. I did tell a neighbor and it turned out she was going through the same thing! Helped to talk & support one another. One problem we shared was our irrational fear of taking our garbage to the dumpster in our apt complex. 🤭 Talking about it helped us to go outside & dump our garbage; that was a big deal for us!
I sincerely hope you find someone to confide in. It really makes a difference. You would be surprised how many people are struggling with similar burdens. Spring is just around the corner. The change in seasons can help some people to cope.
You know what Sydney. If you ever do find the courage to watch this interview yourself, you don't have to worry about you coming off as awkward. You seem like an amazing person with the greatest smile and a story worth telling. Stay you!
I just tried to move the ant from my screen
@@tobiasreaper2605 You're welcome!
17 with severe anxiety. Not a day goes by where I don’t over worry over everything or think I’m dying from something. Almost everyday I feel like I can’t breathe right. It always kicks in at the most random times, and sometimes can get super super bad and other days it’s not. Somedays I think I’m going crazy and it’s only getting worse :( It’s a never ending cycle. :(
I totally understand. I've got it, too. Sometimes days go by without major symptoms and sometimes it can be overwhelming.But thank God I have friends who understand me, so it kind of helps me.If you have one person who understands you, that's better.
Hey, I'm 18 with severe anxiety too. Absolutely debilitating.
@@satielsie you’re going to over come it some day, even if it feels like like it won’t. I wish you the best! :)
Me too 19
I’m 38 and been dealing with it my whole life. When I was your age we never even talked about it so much so that I didn’t really know anxiety was a disorder until much later. One of the best things for me was to learn it wasn’t just me, that I had a disorder, and that I could do something about it. I say this because you’re 17, and already know and acknowledge it. You will be able to get a control of it but it may take you awhile and you may need the help of medication. That’s okay! You’re okay. And it’s okay not to be okay sometimes. It will make you so much of a stronger person in the long run
Developing anxiety disorder and panic disorder at the age of 36 was life changing, now I pay more attentions to people's feelings and to my own feelings. Being a thinker all the time made me ignore a major part of who I am. I think mental health should be first priority and there should be more awareness about it. Yes, someone who had not experienced this will never understand, I have been such person. Is it for the best that it happened to me? I don't know, I would gladly give it away but maybe that is why I have no control over it, over all it made me into a grounded person whereas before I used to look down on people. What a terrible blessing, what a wonderful curse. If you have it too, congratulations and I'm sorry, I know how you feel, that dark hour of the soul. Find support, it's time to give other people a chance to help you. It's not you fault, the world is not in the right place and it can get too much for one person.
So True!
Yes I agree. I just had my first panic attack last month at 34. How are you feeling now?
@@Astorey1 more grounded, more extroverted, more accepting, I have realised that I have never parented myself, always seeking an outer authority.
going through alot of transitional stress right now, had a major attack today and stupidly went to the ER. my heart just pounds all day and I’m so flushed and sweaty. it literally lasted all day. pray for me y’all. ☀️
How are you doing?
I’m 23 and no drivers license because I have such bad anxiety about it that I’ll forget which is break and which is gas. And it’s made working so difficult because I have things that affect me that people treat as an everyday occurrence. I’m looked at as lazy etc because I don’t have these things but I wish people would understand I am not happy at all living life how I’m living so not driving and not having a job isn’t some good thing for me so I can sit at home and do nothing..I actually love travel and would love to be independent. Idk. But I’ll just continue to hear bad things about myself for not achieving what others think I should have by now. Even talking about it out loud my insides will feel like they are shaking and my jaw will shake uncontrollably to where I can’t get words out right.
Sending positivity :)
We have the same situation. I hope everything will be okay for the people like us. 🙂
Take a giant leap and make a video on your yt channel, you'll be surprised at the response of others who have a similar or in a similar situation but you might inspire others to push themselves to overcome issues...
22 turning 23 in aug and same here my mom calls me lazy all the time but I can’t even hang out w friends or go out without being anxious but I’ve been here before and know it does get better so we’re both in the same boat writing this as I’m trying to accept this anxiety I’m feeling rn hahha
Hi! You are deserving to be understood! Everybody is! Please don't let the world around you make you believe that you aren't, because you are! To be seen and accepted as you are! :) ❤️❤️❤️
I don't have panic attacks but I have pretty severe anxiety, and the way she carries herself is a lot like how i do. It's very validating to see
Right ?! I feel like I’m watching myself .
Me too!!!
hope ur doing ok spencer
Same. Extreme anxiety but never had an attack, thankfully.
@matchpoint That one of the symptom pf anxiety.There are a lot of symptoms of anxiety.
This laugh and positivity is just protection 😢
It’s true . Bless her heart . I have the same things.
No cap
Yeah very true. I'm very different around people compared to when I'm alone. I have so many panic attacks crying moments and depression
Could be her personality as well. It’s not an easy thing to talk about to millions of people.
@@wandajames143 I agree, not everyone that has anxiety is in a deep depression. Life is just hard. And just because you think life is hard, doesn’t mean you’re depressed neither
This is a very true + unfortunate disorder. Not only are we worrying ourselves sick, but we’re hurting ourselves physically by the tension we hold in our bodies. This literally hurts our necks backs + heads. Our brains are our worst enemy ❤❤
She is super hyper focused on every little thing she is doing and is such a nervous ball of energy. Definitely GAD. Don't feel bad about it. Anxiety disorders are the most common forms of mental health issues and there are lots of people who struggle with them.
I struggle with chronic anxiety and panic attacks, along with depressive mood disorder. Recently it has been such a struggle to do things. These unseen illnesses are so real and daunting. And honestly, they need to be talked about more. Thank you for doing this. We need more advocates.
How are u now? Hope life is going better for u
@@Twh_shrfiehn our lives are doomed there are no improvements at all we just get used to
@@alancosta4760 thats the mindset that gets u stuck in the loop of crippling anxiety and depression
Always always feeling that people will think I'm exaggerating my anxiety causes me to rarely discuss it. People think I'm stuck up, or just quiet, because sometimes it's so overwhelming that I can't hold a conversation.
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Its nearly impossible to understand anxiety If you never had it.People will think that you are really dramatic because it's difficult to see that your mind can make you feel really sick and at the same time it's nothing wrong in your body.
@Kat Brown I saw it, and I appreciate you reaching out. So lovely of you. 💜
I find thst people, friends, family think you're anti social or rude (or "shy") because they don't understand how anxiety makes you feel. The overwhelming fear of just facing people can be so difficult. It's such a vicious cycle.
@blndrockangelxx i'm not big on eye contact either. Sure way to make me anxious.
As someone with GAD, thank you so much for speaking out about this. It’s such a well hidden disorder so much that many of us aren’t diagnosed properly. Videos like these truly make a difference because raising awareness is SO unbelievably helpful to the community. People don’t believe me sometimes, but it’s truly the most painful feeling to think that everything will be the end of you. And for me, I do have that impending sense of doom and the dissociation and the extreme fatigue but another symptom I’ve noticed is relentless panic-induced nausea. For someone who has a fear of throwing up, it just gets worse until you find a proper distraction.
as someone with gad, social anxiety, body dysmorphia, depression, and some other stuff, i can totally see myself in her. especially the nervous, bubbly energy. much love
I experience every bit of what this girl is speaking. I’ve watched this video more than once just because it makes me feel like I’m not alone. I appreciate this so much.
This is the 3rd time Ive been back
I was also diagnosed with severe anxiety, depression and panic attacks. Now I’ve been on meds and therapy for 5 months and finally I feel good, normal and safe.
I go to a doc in March , do you mind sharing what med is working for you? Any side effects ? I've been having panick attacks for the past yr but depression for several yrs . It's taken my YEARS to finally make a doctor's appointment ☹️
if only i had the money 😭
Hey if you don’t mind me asking, what kind of medication(s) we’re you prescribed?
What meds are you on if u don't mind me asking
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Hope one day i feel in that way :(
She seems so genuine and authentic. Her smile is so contagious and beautiful
Started having nonstop panic attacks about 5 years ago, a year after that I had to drop out of everything and been a recluse ever since. It's one of the most powerless things you can feel because there's no stopping it. Your own body/mind starts attacking you with no way out.
Get help. ❤️
I tried EVERYTHING. After about 10 years of trying different meds, an ER doctor gave me Celexa. I STOPPED having panic attacks within just a few days!! I don't like taking meds, but it worked for me.
Prayers!
Please don’t give up. You deserve to feel safe and well.
Do You take any medication?
@@nukusiatania824 I tried a few they made things worst
This made me feel seen. I have struggled with anxiety since early childhood. I’m now a therapist, and despite all of my education I still have anxiety that affects my daily life.
I’m so glad you commented this. I’ve been an RN for 18 years and I love helping ppl. I want to go back for my NP in mental health, but I feel like I can’t bc I have my own serious mental health struggles… panic disorder since 15 that lead to agoraphobia. I still have lots of things I can’t do bc of the agoraphobia. It’s hurting me so much that I feel I can’t move forward until I “fix myself”.
As soon as this started, I could relate to her. The giggling and smiling for no reason, judging herself through the camera, nervous and not knowing really why, and how she doubted him believing her, etc.
Having GAD and social anxiety at the same time is so hard. Its so hard to live normally. Its hard to make friends. When you are at public, you always feel like people are looking and talking about you. All your reserved social energy that you stored up for weeks will just get consumed on one night.
I feel same way sometimes. Almost like paranoia in a way that people are talking or staring at me when I’m reality they’re not. Tried to get help with anxiety but never did
This makes me feel so much less alone. I've never actually heard anyone verbalize what I experience and it's so validating. Thank you for this!
can we have a moment to admire her styling? her shirt, and accessoire on her hair and her pants-shirt(?) and her tattoos as well as rings. and most importanlty, her persona;ity, she smiles a lot and shes so cute and i personally adored her. i hope whatever difficulty she goes through will get better in the future. keep being fantastic!
Mmm-hm
you are in loveeeeee
i adore her so much!!!!!!!!!
She's pretty, she's adorable, she's charismatic. She makes you want her.
Just got diagnosed with GAD, and I just wanna say, THANK YOU SOOOOOO MUCH for making this video. I’m glad to know I’m not alone
I can relate so much to her. This is validating. I have always worried that people will dismiss my anxiety disorder as me just being overdramatic, because it’s happened before. I struggle with stress on a regular basis, as well as frequent panic attacks and muscle twitching. I am lucky enough to have someone in my life who understands my anxiety, but many people I have encountered have given me a hard time for it. I absolutely appreciate anxiety being discussed, and I truly appreciate her coming on and talking about this, because it’s true. No one talks about it, yet it’s so common.
Oh my, you JUST verbalized exactly what I have tried to for years! I’m 52 and although I had been diagnosed with depression and an anxiety disorder years ago, family hasn’t believed that it is a “real” thing. I watch you and I even talk similar but I call it my nervous talking. You got this kiddo! You have empowered me that much more to be true to myself and give myself some grace. 💕
And you are inspiring yourself, lady! I've struggled with anxiety for many years also. God bless you and thank you for your comment
My family doesn’t think that anxiety is a real thing either so I know how you feel. It’s really hard to deal with anxiety when you don’t have a support system.
I really appreciate how SBSK has started interviewing people with mental health disorders
she's so beautiful and well-spoken! i really admire her honesty about how she's feeling in the moment, i know that's something i struggle with communicating
This is what I live with, everyday. Anxiety can be crippling. I've been in counseling/therapy for years. Leaving my house is like a 45 minute production. We're good at Masking, and nobody believed me. Thanks for telling your story. You're not alone.
Please know that you're able to live a life. I'm married, and have an amazing spouse. Remember, one moment at a time. So proud of you.
so it does get better? i feel like i’ll be stuck like this w
@@alliemorency I hear you. Anxiety is very crippling. I've been in therapy/counseling for years. Also on medications. Still struggle everyday with it, some days are better than others. I've learned to live, and manage it via the combination of meds & therapy. Yes, there is HOPE. Trust me, I know the struggle. Please know you're not alone.
I am 25 now and have been struggling with GAD for about 10 years now. In the beginning I couldn’t leave my house and had to leave school. It was terrible. Panic attacks multiple times a week. Now I still have it but manageable, with bad week here and there. Covid really whooped me but sometimes I go on UA-cam to see I’m not alone. This was lovely thank you.
I've lived with anxiety, panic attacks, continual dread, etc., for as far back as I can remember. I developed trichotillomania as well and only found out it had a name from an Ann Landers column when I was around 13. I didn't get help 'til my mid-30's. In my early 50's now, and I wish I could say that meds have helped me the way they've helped this young person! I'm rather jealous, but I'm so glad for her.
I have trichotillomania too it’s the worse I’ve lost lost much hair I just had to cut it all off or wear something and over my head so I’m not pulling
Me too. No eyelashes…. And horrid panic. I live alone with my little dog who is a great source of companionship
@@arnicepernice8656 Hugs, from Canada.
@@jenniferryersejones9876 thanks late 50s here🙄
Trich SUCKS!!! Hair, lashes, confidence the whole shebang! What medicaton are you ( and you all) on
5:40 The last time I had a panic attack, even though I totally know what a panic attack feels like, I still legit called my doctor to ask how I could be really truly sure I didn't have a heart or lung problem. It really does feel like you could be dying. It's crazy.
Yes it does. When I had my first panick attack I even called the ambulance, that's where I learnt what it was but I went to the ER to make sure it was not a heart attack.
@@ferdelancee I had bad ones if I go off my med. I’ve ended up in the ER twice because I think I’m dying. These drugs work but if you go off them suddenly within a couple days you may feel like you’re dying
omg me
I always feel I m dying
i describe it as feeling like you're having a seizure, mixed with lungs collapsing, mixed with a heart attack. I just started gtting them about a month ago and oh as i type this i feel one coming. this is no way to live.
I’ve fought OCD, anxiety, and depression since I was 12. I did all the natural stuff, which kinda worked until I had a nervous breakdown when I was 32. I finally took Zoloft and let me tell you, once it started to work it was like a boulder just rolled off of my chest. It gave me my life back. I was shocked that it also took away my social anxiety and helped me deal with some very toxic people in my life. I’m not ashamed about taking it and will take it as long as I need to. Be strong. Big love. ❤️
What's zoloft can a 12 or 13 year old take it
I’m also on Zoloft and it also changed my life ❤️ I’m so grateful that I got a respectful and caring psychiatrist that listened to my fears and doubts about going into medication. it’s imperative to consult a doctor about any psychiatric medication
It's incredible how much the right medication can help! Thanks for sharing that uplifting experience
@@cowcow5745 Hello, it’s a medication. Yes! A 12 or 13 year old can take it. If that does not work out (it probably will work out) then try another. Keep looking for the right medication. It can change so much!
This gives me hope, I'm going to see the doctor in a month, I've been trying to beat it with herbal stuff and exercise, and its not working very well. I have hope that medication and therapy will work for me, but given its a month away, my mental stuff keeps telling me there may be no hope, but stuff like this helps.
She’s absolutely right. I have been in the er numerous times thinking I’m having a heart attack. Well explained . Thank you.
This guy just looks so kind, I’d be happy to just be around him, I feel happy just seeing him in a video. He just radiates kindness to me, he doesn’t even have to say anything, does that make sense??
I live with GAD also and so glad you spoke about this. I also feel like people will think I’m just making it up. I have the same reaction to panic attacks and feel like I’m dying. You are so strong and it’s inspiring.
People never believe something they can't see... It is so sad. I'm struggling from panic attacks and a lot of people don't believe that something happens to me really... And a lot of people just saying "everything is in your head, just be serious" - O, really??? People just are not ready to accept something they can't see.
I started having panic attacks when I was 15 years old, I still have them, I do faint from panic attacks. That adrenaline rush for nothing, that tingling sensation and numbness of hands, that dizziness, that racing heart and gradual detachment from reality is perhaps the worst part of it. I know there is absolutely no danger but my biggest enemy turns out to be 'ME' on those moments. Mine's is social anxiety disorder and my biggest fear is fainting in front of people or not having control of myself in front of people. I fought this war in denial for almost 7-8 years. Finally, I am under medication (I use etizolam when I go out in social situations) but I know deep down I maybe not feeling what others are feeling at the exact same moment, because deep down I am fighting my fear. I will be under CBT maybe after some time, hope Ill have a normal life again.
I wrote this for nothing, just as a self assurance, maybe, im not sure about that as well. Thanks for reading out that is all I can say. ❤️❤️
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Can you tell me about fainting due to anxiety?why did it happen?
@@dimitrakarag2546 Every time I felt a I was about to have a panic attack, I tried escaping the place and I even fainted while escaping ... 😔😔 Now that I am more aware of it I try to run for the washroom to avoid getting attention. The frequency of fainting has decreased but it is still there...
The reason,I dont know. Maybe it is just the brain's way of shutting down an over anxious brain.
@@avishekchaudhuri9321 thank u for your answer, keep going you're gonna make it through this
@@dimitrakarag2546 Thanks, It means a lot 🥰🥰
I just want to tell everyone reading this that you are a beautiful and amazing person and I Love you all regardless of anxiety or any other challenges you deal with. Humanity is adaptive and resilient and you WILL get through this SO DON'T GIVE UP!!! Keep the hope and keep talking about it! Love yourself flaws and all because you are perfect just the way you are!!! 💖
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Male living with anxiety here !
I feel her exactly I’ve been going through it and have gone through cycles where I haven’t felt anxiety and when it comes back it hits like a train and then the depression hits for alittle and then goes away once you start doing something that takes your mind off of things (grounding yourself in reality) also intrusive thoughts are the worse but mindfulness helps because you know the thoughts aren’t yours
I’m currently taking medication aswell it’s helping and exercise helps a lot!
I’m trying to get back out my shell after a traumatic or shocking event happened in my life also if you have anxiety do not do drugs
Such as weed or mushrooms do not listen to the junk online very little studies have been done and if you have friends encouraging you they aren’t your friends
Don’t be afraid to reach out to your loved ones or mental health professionals do not stop searching to find some relief because there is !
I’m 22 and getting my life back together again also cling to god during these tough moments when you feel like you don’t have the strength ask him for strength he will not leave you nor forsake you !
Omg same here I haven't felt anxiety for months now all of sudden it came back not a good feeling
Reading the comments brings so much peace to me I just couldn’t stop crying earlier today, I kept saying to myself “I just want to be normal”. Then I saw this and come to find out all of you are pretty much normal we just have 1 thing in common. That’s as normal as it gets. Thank you for sharing y’all’s experiences. This will definitely help me from here on out.
You're such an amazing person, Champayne! I'm so proud of you for sharing this. You're a real example of strength and courage. Stay well!
It is nice to see someone speak about anxiety. It is odd how so many people admit to having it, yet what they experience isn't as often spoken about. I do hope that changes in the future.
Might sound strange but watching her talk about her dealing with anxiety makes me feel more comfortable!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I have never seen someone who has described panic attacks so accurately for me. I relate to your experiences so much and you are not alone at all.
You are really such a lovely person, i props facing your comfort zone and being so open , great aura and your voice is beautiful not annoying. I truly understand anxiety and it’s awful at times
Glad you guys posted this one. I've had panic disorder since I was 11 years old and anxiety for even longer, and I can agree that it is absolutely debilitating. Its gotten a lot better over the years, but there was a point in there from age 11 - 14 where i couldn't leave the house. I've gone from having them daily, sometimes up to 3 times a day, to having them once or twice a month, but it took me until age 20 to get there without any help. I really regret not asking my parents to help me get the treatment I needed earlier in life, but thats life.
As someone with general anxiety, I completely relate with her on a very spiritual and emotional level. For years I had a hard time asking for help. In fact, I used to feel ashamed to do so and my mental health problems. I am so grateful that now I have a pretty good support system who will help me through my panic attacks (which do feel like death, and often have me crying in fetal position) and can reassure me that everything will be okay.
I relate to this as well
This honestly makes me feel so much better. I get these types of panic attacks every single day, and it’s comforting to know I’m not the only one who understands this experience and how REAL and awful it is.
I don't ever comment on videos but I had to on this one. This really helped me come to terms that I'm not alone in this anxiety thing that rules my life. The whole turn the lights off and hide is 100% me and how I deal with this kinda thing. Stay positive yall much love.
She's adorable and such a fighter for going through with the interview even though it's sometimes so uncomfortable for her. If she or someone else like her sees this just continue to be yourself because that's what makes you you, unique and lovely 💕
Laughing through discomfort. It’s like literally looking through a mirror. Thank you for this interview
I finally asked for help last month, i was experiencing almost the same things as her since more than a year ago. One of the best decisions i've ever taken and the one i've procrastinated the most, asking for help.
Currently on therapy, waiting for a diagnosis. Thank you for sharing your story, you are not alone
This girl is an absolute knockout. I hope she is having a great day. I didn't realize what people with anxiety go through until I had someone in my life who had issues with it. I now have more of an understanding that I hope to pass on to others who may be unaware.
I have the exact symptoms… it’s so bad. I wear a big smile too. It’s such a debilitating disease. Praying for all of our recoveries ❤️❤️❤️🙌🏼
Anxiety is brutal. I think that because it is quite invisible people just don’t see how much courage we have to get up and live, everyday. I didn’t have anxiety when I was a child but now it is a daily experience and oh boy, my life is not what it was anymore, it changed from being very very effortless to a real challenge everyday. We and others may see ourselves as « weak » but we dont acknowledge how much strength it takes to be « weak »
Thank you for this video, I live with GAD and seeing someone openly talk about this condition as a sub-priority issue is very liberating. I'm so used to thinking that I'm "not sick enough" to feel worthy of some kind of rest or treatment because it's just anxiety. You always hear: "just calm down" "well, you're not dying," but you physically can't. It's nice to just hear about symptoms similar to yours, I don't know why, but it's nice not to feel alone in it. I hope someday to be as open and calm as the girl in the interview.
Thank you for your video!
Who would have thought that there is some one saying exactly the words I have in my brain. I’m so glad I watched this video. I’m On medication too and it really helped a ton. Thank you for sharing that wonderful Story. It helps accepting mine a lot more.
I had bad anxiety during my teen and young adult years, including occasional panic attacks... the #1 thing that helped me to defeat my anxiety was to cut nearly all sweetened and processed foods out of my diet, and replace them with whole, unprocessed, unsalted, unsweetened foods. It may not seem like diet could have that profound of an effect on your anxiety, but trust me, it really can. Within 2-3 weeks of overhauling my diet back in August 2010, my longtime anxiety melted away before my very eyes and never returned. It was a life-changing moment and I've never looked back.
Can you please elaborate. What can i eat? Rice? Im a broke student but i want to try and have a good diet. Please help me
Lots oh dairy fish eggs poultry fruits and greens. Those foods are not affordable but you can probably find them in the salad bar if you live in a dorm that’s connected to a dining hall.
@@ballisbulat5512 So, you're a broke student looking to reduce anxiety through diet, eh? That can be a bit tricky. The ideal is always to prepare your own food. But If you live in a dorm, you may not be allowed cooking appliances. You may also be forced to buy a cafeteria meal plan, and then you're at the mercy of whatever food they provide. Still, there are some strategies you can use:
* Buy healthy non-perishable foods in bulk to save money. E.g. buy the cheapest unsalted/unsweetened nuts or seeds in bulk, like unsalted peanuts and sunflower seeds.
* Buy no-name food brands and skip organic brands to save money. (Organic foods are not necessarily superior to conventionally grown.)
* Buy bulk oats for breakfast, NOT the instant or sweetened kinds. Ideally the unsweetened old-fashioned kind (which are thicker, thus take longer to digest and keep you fuller longer).
* Buy less expensive produce like bananas and carrots to munch on as snacks. Carrots may need to be peeled, but that only takes a minute or two.
* Drink plain water instead of fruit juice, sweetened teas/coffees, energy drinks, or colas. This single change can make a big positive difference in your mood and physical health.
* If you live in a dorm, get a little fridge (if you are allowed and can afford it), it'll keep your perishable foods fresh longer.
* If you have access to a freezer, buy big bags of frozen veggies and fruits--these are relatively cheap and already cut & washed, so they save time and money while being nutritious and great for mental health.
* If you're eating at cafeterias or restaurants, eat as many plain, whole foods as they have available. Ask for versions of foods with less or no salt or sugar in them. Skip desserts entirely and eat plain fruits instead, if they're available.
Hope this gives you some ideas you can use. Good luck and take care. 😊
I feel ur struggle!! I have debilitating anxiety n depression!!!!! I won’t wish this life dealing with my anxiety and depression on my worst enemy!! I wish u keep one foot in front of the other. God bless ...keep sharing ur story baby girl
she described me to a tee. partner of 5 years left me. ghosted. ive been having panic attacks every hour for the past 4 days. it feels like im dying. it feels like the only thing that can save me is being held but its never coming. im gonna rewatch this video a bunch until i dont need it anymore. she seems so genuine and full of joy. this gives me hope that i can overcome this too. but my broken heart is more than i can bear right now. i feel like my soul mate died.
@RonHerald-tw6qn huh?
Relax,even i have gone through a breakup with my partner of 8 years.
But i am struggling with anxiety even before that🫠
@@positive4128 this was 8 months ago. Im completely fine
Staying away from carbs and breathing exercises have been the best solutions to keep attacks down. This girl is beautiful and I’m glad she shared her struggle.
this video makes me feel like she just hugged me patted my head and said "i know how you feel". i feel like crying. also shes SO pretty
So happy for this video. I have GAD as well, and friends, coworkers etc, reacted like "yeah right, you? You're so happy and social, what do you have to be anxious about?". They don't hear the thoughts. It's better now though, ppl seem to accept it.
Helps a lot to listen to this. Anxiety is something i fight with every day.. Thanks for doing these and making people aware of different diagnosis.
Started crying before the video even started. Just from reading the title I knew how real and relatable it was going to be. I also wanted to add that I think another reason why people aren't super open open their anxiety is because we don't want to speak it into existence. It already exists in our heads and we think that asking for help, or a minute, or talking about it to anyone on any level will create a more tangible thing when in reality it absolutely 100% helps to talk about it and accept it. I was also a person who didn't want to be on daily medication for this (I'm still not) and I did get myself through it with meditation, eating plant based, and pressure points etc. years ago. These methods are wonderful and do help at times, but sometimes it doesn't last and you need more. Im only just now accepting that I need to be diagnosed professionally and consider medication and therapy. Everyone should go to therapy regardless of what they think their mental state is, but for me it was the medication I was in denial about. For everyone going through this and relating to this, just know in a massive way you're not alone. You're also not dying. Come back to your breath and recognize the moment you're in. You are here.
Thank you Sydney for sharing! You describe feeling like you're "outside your body looking in" during a panic attack and it was very relatable. It's hard to be vulnerable, so thanks for sharing.
Hello Chris, so glad to see your comments back on. I just want to say you are the greatest communicator I have ever seen. You bring more to humanity than anyone I have ever known 👍
Well said
The stigma surrounding anxiety disorders is definitely better than it was years ago, but it's still there and I'm so glad you decided to reach out to SBSK. The more people talk about it, the more people can become comfortable discussing the topic. I didn't really know about the technique of working "with" anxiety rather than "against" it until about a year ago and it changed my life for the better. Healthier/more affective coping techniques and revaluating my medication regimen with my doctor made my quality of life so much better. Thank you guys for making this video!
I have lived with this for most of my life. Dont let her beautiful smile fool you, shes probably been through more pain than you can imagine.
One time my heart wouldnt stop beating at 200bpm, I went temporarily blind then woke up in hospital. I was too exausted to stand up for 3 days.
Then I had to call in sick to work because i had a 'panic attack'
Then followed a month of intense depression
Give it a few months then rinse and repeat
It's unfortunate what Sydney is experiencing on the inside. I hope she knows how much she lights up the room with her beautiful smile.
I can tell the interviewer is very sympathetic. He asked excellent questions.
i’ve recently been diagnosed with a generalized anxiety disorder by my therapist and it’s been a relief to know why i’ve been experience my anxiety and panic attacks. i’m glad i found this video and i’m glad u guys did this interview. it makes me feel a lot more comfortable to know that it’s okay to reach out for help bc i’ve also felt that “my problems are not a big deal” 💜
Dear Sydney, I can relate to many of the things you said and it makes me feel so happy to hear someone like you talk about this. You are amazing.
I have GAD and I would like to see videos like this more where people discuss any anxiety disorder since it's very common.
It's really helpful that she was able to share her everyday experience with GAD. So helpful and it makes me feel better! I can relate so much to this. Thanks for sharing!
I feel you! I tried everything, before getting on medication, too-but "nothing else was working"-so, I just "bit the bullet", so to speak. The fear, that I am dying, can be-incredibly, incredibly-compelling and overwhelming, even though (like she said), we've been through it many times (it still feels "real").
She doesn’t sound dumb at all, she’s just nervous and I definitely know what it’s like to be that way. I hope she can find something that will help her out with these attacks. I know it’s possible, anything is ❤
She's beautiful and it's sad that behind her wonderful smile there's so much struggles. If you read this or not, I wish you all the best and an amazing life ❤❤❤
I am unsure if Sydney ever reads this but in case you do: I believe you, your struggle is valid and you are a brave person to put yourself out there and face your fears. Respect.
And to those of you who are struggeling but also don't want to take medication or go to therapy, please look at Syndey and see that this coul dbe you, if you asked for help. You are worth it, you can feel better. You are stronger than you think, you can do this.
What a beautiful smile, her eyes even smile. I pray that you can find something that helps curb your anxiety.
I've been really struggling with Generalized Anxiety and this video is really inspiring. I really related to a lot of Syndey's experiences and its nice to know im not the only one who deals with this. Seeing how much Sydney has improved gives me hope for myself. Thank you for making this video.
I feel so alone with my anxiety sometimes. It’s so nice and comforting to hear her story because I recognize myself in a lot of what she is saying.
Its funny at one point I thought I was the only person with GA and still surprised how common it is. I see how someone can be internally tortured but people around them find them pleasant. Besides being gorgeous she has such a beautiful personality. I would have loved to have had her as friend growing up. Thanks for being brave. I will challenge myself more because of this.
Nobody will ever understand what a panic attack feels like until they have one. And yes, you always have to fight to justify your condition. It's very sad. I've been too the ER probably over 100 times when I was in my early teens, like this is it help me I'm dying. Now about too be 30 it comes in spurts. This pandemic hasn't helped one bit, I've had 3-4 panic attacks a day sometimes. But no ER trips. You get so exhausted where yes you're full blown panic mode, thinking this is it. But also you almost accept death.
Thank you for being a great voice for us all. Mental health awareness is nowhere where it should be. No matter how many people, governments, and companies claim they support it. It is not supported as it should be.
I'm in the thick of it right now. Listening to your experience made me feel less alone, thank you.
I Adore how Chris reacts, pays attention, ask and interact with Special kids in the interviews! it's definitely something that I learn a lot from. It's just so heartwarming and comforting to see his considerate, patient smile.