How do I talk to a school counselor? I am scared to talk about my problems.
The first step is booking the appointment. I think it’s wonderful that you’ve taken the first step in acknowledging that you need to talk to someone. If it’s hard to actually talk, I would suggest writing the things you want to talk about down and showing it to your counsellor. Your counsellor wants to help you. They will not judge you. They will guide you. It’s normal to be nervous at first but with every session it gets easier. You can do this. Just go step by step and remember that the counsellor is on your side.
Would it be better to see my doctor or school guidance counsellor if I think I have social anxiety?
Going to your doctor first would be a good thing to do. Discuss your experience and your troubles and see what he/she says and advises. After speaking with your doctor, you should go to your counselor because they help a lot. Never be afraid of wasting their time because it is their job to help you. Make sure to be honest about your symptoms and experiences whether if you are speaking to your doctor or the counselor. Trust me, don’t sugar coat things, that will only hurt you. Talking to your doctor can lead you to get a diagnosis and help for your symptoms and speaking to you’re counselor can help you vent, seek advice, and arrange things to help you in school if your anxiety interferes. Honestly, it doesn’t matter which one you talk to trust. If you talk to your counselor first, great! He or she will give you advice and lead you to a point of comfort or understanding and if you speak to your doctor first, then that would be great as well. Even talking to them both would be better. Hope this helped.
My mother met with my school counselor about my problems (social anxiety, suicidal thoughts, etc) and only took me out of school but didn't take further action as if I never had these problems. What should I do?
Question answered: My mother met with my school counselor about my problems (social anxiety, suicidal thoughts, etc) and only took me out of school but didn't take further action as if I never had these problems. What should I do?I see you in a very difficult place and I encourage you to continue to seek help. If ultimately your mom doesn’t take it seriously enough then I hope you don’t give up. As a depressed person that went through my own time of suicidal thoughts I have to be blunt and say you need to take some responsibility for your care. This will be important your whole life but now, perhaps, the most. It sucks to say because this is also your most vulnerable time but that’s the crappy reality.So first I would sit down with your mom and tell her you need help dealing with these things and that you want to at least see a counselor. Let her know how important it is.Sometimes us depressed people can underplay our symptoms when we are embarrassed or feeling guilty. Try your best not to do this! In most cases the more your mom knows about it the better.Whether or not your mom steps up - here is the National Suicide Hotline for the U.S.: 1-800-273-8255 You can also go to Lifeline Chat which is the same thing as the hotline, just on the computer. In many cities you can also call a crisis line if things get too shitty to deal with at any time. Just Google “crisis line”.My friend, I have been where you are and it sucks big ol’ donkey balls. After enduring this you might just realize you can do anything because you’ll have done one of the hardest things ever.One thing to remember, and always remember this, you are not alone! Any of a hundred of us (myself included!) here on Quora alone would be very happy to receive a message from you asking for support. You’ve already done a good thing by reaching out here, and I presume your school counselor.Keep on keeping on. Sometimes it’s just an endurance test and all we can do is wait for this minute of hell to be over so we can experience another. Then, and I promise you this can happen (it happened to me), one day you’ll wake up and realize that you maybe don’t feel quite as bad. Things might slowly get better until you laugh one day and realize it’s over. I want that for you.
What should I do if I don't trust my school counselors, the school psychiatrist, my parents or any family and doctors/therapists to talk to about my mental problems?
Start by recognizing that you have significant trust issues, and that they’re a part of the problem. Put differently, regardless of what other mental problems you may have, an inability to trust is a big part of them.It may be that you came by your lack of trust honestly. By that, I mean that you have probably had experiences where people you should have been able to trust demonstrated to you that they’re not trustworthy. Based on your question, it’s happened to you your whole life, by more than one set of trusted persons.The thing is, while your lack of trust is a protective factor in some (or many) instances, it’s not helping you here. It’s keeping you from getting the help that you need.You can reach out for help without putting yourself too far on the line. By that, I mean that your future therapist/counselor won’t expect you to disclose everything right up front. Take some time to build trust. Make sure you’re working with a professional with integrity. If you find that you hit a bump in the road with your therapist/counselor, confront it in session and work through it.When you’re ready to disclose anything, you’ll disclose it. Right now, finding a mental health professional and creating a trusting relationship is one of the first and most important steps you can take towards your own well being.
Is it okay to skip school for depression due to social anxiety? I have never missed school. Can I take one day off?
Go start seeing a therapist ASAP for your anxiety + depression. You may need to go on some meds, if so then the therapist will refer you to a psychiatrist who will prescribe them.Depression is a deep black emotional pit. You don't want to go there, if you can help it. If you are there somewhat, you want to get out of depression before it gets worse. A therapist and the correct doctor-prescribed meds (if needed) will help you with that. If you can get yourself to do so, get outside, walk outside, get some exercise.
Help Social Anxiety mom that doesn't understand!?
So i have social anxiety & My mom doesn't believe me she keeps yelling at me and pressuring me into getting a job & thats scary to me. Saying things like I don't have it etc. I think she just thinks im lazy i don't take meds for it because Of course having social anxiety going to a doctor is a problem alone. Its just so hard on me she doesn't understand at all :( I know i have it im just so good at hiding it im to embarrassed to talk about it to anyone i dont want to tlak to a doctor about my problems when the closest person to me (my mom) yells at me and tells me idon't have it. She said its different for everyone she has social anxiety herself So i thought maybe it would make her more understanding but i was so wrong. I legit can't do any public situation if im alone its pathetic i really need meds so i can function like a normal person & be around other people So i dont even know how to talk to a doctor. I feel so much anger towards my mom for being this way its so shitty. She has witnessed me have anxiety attacks. I just dont know what to do im really hurt that she thinks this is all bullshit so i don't have to get a job & shes going to kick me out. I feel like her having anxiety is some bullshit story or she would be able to understand what im going through & relate to what im saying to her about it. Pls help what can i do?
Anxiety about back to school?
i'm the same way. we started back a few weeks ago and the stress of social anxiety amde me get really sick, which is why i'm not at school right now. it kidna sucks, cause i've already missed a couple of days for the same reason. no dout i'm behind now.... anyway, just don't think about it. school's school, there's no getting out of it, it's something u have to do. when i go back, i'm going to talk to the counsulear about virtual school, it's where u take ur classes online and don't have to go to school for them. maybe try to see if ur school has something like that? just stick close to ur friends and don't worry. i used to throw up everyyear before the first day, this year i felt like it but didn't, talking to my gf before i left really helped with that. if you want to, why not go to a therapist or something? i personally despise them, but that's just me. it might help. best of luck.
My teacher doesn't believe in social anxiety disorder.....?
Babe dont listen to that stupid teacher. Just because she is older does not make her qualified at all to make that judgement on you or any other student. She also can not fail you. If she trys, all you have to do is take it to the principal and he will work with you and give you the grade you deserve. I promise you. The same thing happened to me, and my principal understood, and he gave me the grades i deserved and let me finish the course on my own. Just stick to your principal or school counselor and explain to them what the teacher is doing. However dont go to the school board. You must work in order from your principals advice okay? you have to be mature about it and they will respect you for doing so. If she decides to fail you one term, take it to the principal. Also, write this down. the date, time and what took place. WHen you keep notes like that, when she fails you or picks on you for it, you can keep a log about it and when you state whats happening to the principal you can show him that log you have. That will make you seem like a mature young adult and will help you tremendously. xxslipknotfreak46- is my yahoo messenger and email. talk to me if you ever need help.