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What to do? Please help.
I've had Depersonalization Disorder since I was 12 (I'm 13 now). I can't handle it anymore... My mom knows about it, but she doesn't know what we can do for it.
I have severe anxiety and paranoia, so I'm guessing that has to do with something. I am willing to take medication, but I'm not sure what to take... For anxiety? Paranoia? I can't take this anymore. Also, do you think medication can even fix this?
Thank you... Any answer will help.
P.S. Yes I know you guys aren't doctors, but this is pretty much all I have.
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I did some research on the web for Depersonalization Disorder. I came across an article by the Mayo clinic. I am including the link to that article below. I suggest you and your mom read it. Then if you have not already seen your family doctor you should do so.
Diagnosing and treatment for this disorder starts with your family doctor as first organic or biological problems need to be ruled out. Once your family doctor is assured there is no medical reason for your symptoms the doctor should refer you to a psychiatrist for diagnosing and treatment.
As the article will point out. The main cause of this disorder is stress. You also state that you suffer from anxiety and Paranoia. These are also stress related problems. Stress causes another problem; depression. While there is no true treatment for Depersonalization Disorder there are treatments for the other problems or the symptoms you are suffering, according to what I read. The feeling is if they treat the symptoms the Depersonalization Disorder will over time resolve itself.
My advice is to go see your family doctor. Print out the article from the Mayo Clinic and bring it with you. Show it to the doctor and point out which of the symptoms you have and how and when they affect you.
Sometime some of these symptoms can be dismissed as problems of puberty. It is possible that is just what they are. You need to make sure you explain yourself fully to your doctor so the doctor can make a proper diagnoses. There is also nothing wrong with seeking the opinion of a different doctor if your family doctor has already examined you and dismissed these problems. Insurance companies will pay for second opinions even from out of network doctors. You just have to call them first.
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I have an anxiety disorder-diagnosed, so it'd be interesting to hear your symptoms.
What Light of Truth may not know is that doctors are reluctant to give young people medication for anxiety etc, because they're very addictive, and if they stop working well-its short of a nightmare.
So the best thing you can do is cope. Anxiety is something you can not control. It is part of who you are, and it will always be with you. If it is anxiety that you have, then you need to get this diagnosed as to which type it is.
If its GAD (generalised) I can help.
You need to cope with it. You may be referred to a consellor like I was if its serious.
No you wont have experience a panick attack before because science has proven you can't untill you're 16/17, due to hormones.
Try the buddist philosophy of 'mindfulness'. Meditating, and taking time out to do so every day is the key to coping with your anxiety and leading a successful life.
You have to be committed. I know some people may snort at the idea of meditation and positive thinking etc. But the reality is it works.
Find some chill out jazz/classical music, and just lie on your bed, letting your mind wander. When it wanders from not concentrating on the music, bring your mind back to the music again.
Visit 'moodjuice' their website has lots of help for you. In the meantime I'd book in to see your GP again. Perhaps they can get you some counselling.
I only know about anxiety. Paranoia is often linked with schizophrenia. This doesn't develop untill late teens, early twenties-so its impossible for you to have this.
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So you have been diagnosed with these disorders? So the doctor should have given you medication for it.
You can't just go to the store and buy these medications. They have to be prescribed to you. So if you haven't seen a doctor, then you can't get the help.
So go to the doctor and see what's going on with you, then they'll prescribe the medication you need.
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