Don't have GAD or Social Anxiety Disorder- Are there any other kinds?

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I'm confused. I do suffer from anxiety and possibly low level depression to the extent that I have been asked by my therapist to go to a GP asap but online all references to anxiety seem to relate to a a few specific disorders eg GAD, OCD, Social Anxiety and whilst I have elements of all of them, when I do online tests for GAD or dEpression they always come out negative.

I'm thinking my GP will think there's nothing wrong with me. Is it common for some people with anxiety to be able to hold down a job and get out the door each day and yet find some situations extremely anxiety provoking. There just doesn't seem to be anything that fits my own brand of anxiety, therefore I'm not sure what the GP will think,

I feel a bit like this, although I'm not depressed or particularly anxious. However I worry a lot-although not about everything-and feel that I need some form of treatment.

How does your form of anxiety and depression manifest itself?

Thanks for your response. Well I've had a good couple of days so I can't really describe how I normally feel as I'm not in the moment as it were.

I have always been a worrier. When I get very stressed I get more and more fixated on trivial things, I overthink conversations and situations and I become tearful, irritable and angry very easily.

I'm embarking on therapy but not really sure that I need medicating though under pressure I have started to act a bit more oddle recently which is why there is concern. In between stressful situations I feel completely normal.

What sort of treatment do you think could be good for you? I;ve heard good things about CBT but not sure that would work with me.

I think my problem is basically one of self-esteem. I overthink terribly too, but I don't think I need medication. I'm menopausal too, which probably explains some of it.

I'm going to try transactional analysis, I think.

You sound as if there are triggers for your "episodes"-sorry can't think of a better word-and mention that you behave "oddly" sometimes. Do you keep a diary of your symptoms?

I don't keep a diary but could be a good idea.

Triggers are mostly dealing with my DC when they are fighting or being difficult/demanding and when I don't feel in control. They've been less tired this week so things have been a lot easier.

Behaving oddly is the way I react, eg tipping food on the floor when there's been an argument about food/eating/not eating.

It's like theres a trigger and an overreaction. I guess it's like someone who needs anger management. They might be fine 90% of the time but when there's a trigger they overreact

Transactional analysis is interesting. I definitely go into child mode a lot.

How old are your dcs? You say they cause you less stress when they are not tired: is there a way you can manage their routines to minimise the effect their behaviour has on you?

When my dd was little, I used to find that a long walk in the park really helped calm her down. Factor in a nap and some downtime (for me!) and things were much easier. I also used to find that strict routines helped - giving a sense of control and shape to the day.

Do you have any support from friends or family?

My youngest is no longer napping and I have strict routines, ensure enough sleep etc but school and nursery take their toll.

I do have some support and DH but I think I have lost my confidence when dealing with both of them. My stress sets off their stress and vice versa so I've been told to manage my emotions which will then change their behaviour.

I can't go into too much detail as don't want to be outed but appreciate your concern and taking time to post.