Posted by jessie77 on September 2, 2004, at 9:58:22
In reply to Re: College /HighSchool Graduation Anxiety /Depress., posted by becksA on September 2, 2004, at 7:46:36
Hi Violet,
Yes, I struggled quite a bit with the transitions of both leaving HS and college. It is probably when I first really experienced depression/anxiety. I think it happens to a lot of people, actually. My sister is going through something similar with leaving college and establishing an "identity" as someone other than a student. I found that my depression got better a year or so after I settled into my first job, but recently has returned when I got married and moved away from my family. Change is difficult and very anxiety producing for some people.
Im sorry you are struggling. At least you are not alone. I have found that therapy, talking, taking things one day at a time and exercise help me. Are you seeing a therapist or on any meds? Perhaps an anti-anxiety med would get you over the hump?
Hang in there; sorry for the novel:)
Jessie
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