I need help, but from where?

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In a nutshell:

I'm just not coping with the stress of everyday living any more! It's a really low-level form of anxiety I think. I find it hard to relax; I won't let myself sit down and do nothing, or plan a fun day out (inasmuch as such a thing is possible in these times). I just think of all the things I have to do, all the decluttering, all the washing, all the cleaning. My house is on the (very) messy side of normal.

For what it's worth I have a diagnosed anxiety disorder (social anxiety) which I have managed fairly well for years following treatment. But I'm now realising that this low-level anxiety is ruining my life. If I know I have an appointment later in the day, I can't completely relax beforehand. On a Sunday, I start feeling restless around 1 or 2pm, already thinking about going back to work tomorrow, getting the children ready for school, all the other things I have to do.

The question is this: where do I find help? I feel like my GP's not going to be interested, especially with all the other things going on in the world right now. But this issue is very definitely ruining any enjoyment that's still to be found in life these days.

Ideas?

Hypnotherapy. But make sure the person is well qualified.

Ooh that's an interesting thought! I had hypnotherapy from an excellent private hypnotherapist when I was pregnant, I really really rate it.

I think you might have to seek private clinical help. I agree your GP may be quite apathetic to your plight but it may be worth trying them and see what they are prepared to refer you to. You may have more luck as you have an existing anxiety disorder.

What treatment did you receive for your social anxiety and did you find it helped? This may narrow down what type of treatment you need when looking privately.

I'm sorry I can't be more helpful x

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Ooh that's an interesting thought! I had hypnotherapy from an excellent private hypnotherapist when I was pregnant, I really really rate it.

Yes if you find a good practitioner it’s is extremely effective.

Mindfulness? I struggle to do it as I struggle to switch off and get in the zone but it’s been very successful for a lot of people. Are you getting enough sleep and exercising enough? Getting in a routine with daily exercise and sleep helped me, at least in short term bursts to boost my mood and make things seem less overwhelming