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Self help

Average rating: 4 out of 5 star rating

There are various national groups which can help by giving information, advice and support (see below). They, or your doctor or practice nurse, may also be able to put you in touch with a local group for 'face to face' support.

You can also get leaflets, books, tapes, videos, etc, on relaxation and combating stress. They teach simple deep breathing techniques and other measures to relieve stress, help you to relax, and may ease anxiety symptoms.

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louise, about 1 year

hi everyone ever since i can remember ive worried about everythink. then when one of my friend died i started to become depressed and felt anxious all the time,especially after alcohol. but now it seems to be controlling my life. ive become obessed with not bein alone, i hate the fear of dying and then fear that thjis will happen if im left alone. i hate it so much!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i just want to be normal again .. this is not only effecting my health but my university course aswell . please couldv some one give me some advice please.. thanks xxxx

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Jaime, about 1 year

Hi, ever since I can remeber I have had a fear of dying. It has become worse since I have had me children ages 5 & 3 months. I fear they will be taken early or I will be taken. I get really anxious. I f I have a headache or feel sick. sore throat etc I immediately think it's serious!!!! I fear this everyday and being 29 I feel I shouldn't be worrying like this. I am up the doctor's all the time to get reassurred but then I think how do they know I am ok without being to see inside my body. I am having counselling at the moment which is helping. At this present time I have a mild virus with a heavy fuzzy head, sore throat etc But I think it's more serious. I wish I could just get on with things!!

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