Worried - Turtle Creek,PA

I too am a single Mom to a girl and a boy and I can empathize with you. I think as a single parent we worry more because we have no help or support and everything is up to us. We have to make all the decisions alone, keep our kids safe and happy and everything else, all alone and this puts so much more pressure on us. I have trouble sleeping at night too and I do understand. It does sound like you need to talk to someone. I would get in touch with your insurance asap and find a counselor/therapist who you can talk to. I would not jump into anti-anxiety meds so quickly. They can be useful short term if absolutely necessary but can also cause problems if used long term or not prescribed correctly. I also have anxiety disorders and phobias which can all be managed without meds. But the first thing you need to do is find a counselor to talk to and then from there they can recommend a psychiatrist to prescribe meds if you really need them. It sounds like at this point your worry is interfering with your life and your ability to enjoy life with your son. Please take care of yourself so you can be the Mom to your little boy. Happy Mother's Day!

I was the same way with my children, and it was horrible for me also. I finally went on medication and it helps allot but i still worry all the time and am overly concerned for them. I miss out on allot because i waste too much time on worrying about the kids and they are now 23,(son), daughter(25), stepson(16), and my grandson who is 5yrs old (my daughters son). I am always analizing them and way too on top of things. But I got to tell you , "I feel gifted ", not to sound like a know it all but most people are clueless when it comes to their children because they dont pay attention the way i do. I know that sounds horrible but I had to say it. And im sure I will offend everyone that reads this. I sometimes wish I could be like other people so I wouldn't hurt so much all the time. And I would probably have more knowledge on other subjects. I figured this out along time ago about myself. I focus too much on allot of nonsence and things i can do nothing about.

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Just wanted to say , Amy J. is so right on. Everything she said is so true! Im going to look into that book she mentioned.

Being a single parent is hard, I've been there before!

It sounds to me like you should make an appointment to see your primary doctor and investigate getting on some sort of anti-anxiety medication. You should also look into talking to someone about this. All of your fears are normal and understandable but its beginning to hurt you. The behaviors you are now exhibiting are extreme and that isn't normal or healthy for you.

To be the best Mom you can be to him you need to take some steps for YOU, get some help from others to pull you through this time.

Hang in there!

Sounds like you need to see a doctor for anxiety. That's not healthy. If something happened to you as a child then you need to see a counselor.

K. B
mom to 5 including triplets

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Sounds like you may have a problem with anxiety. Anxiety is a real and can cause many problems. I have delt with it for 18 years. You may want to talk to your PCP about medication.
Just like Lori B said, you have to take care of yourself first and then you will be able to care for your child. I know it is easier said then done, but you really need to take the first step and contact your PCP.

The best advice I have is go see a psychologist! You need to talk this out. My husband is a psychologist and we have seen how much it helps people. Good luck! Hang in there. Also you can check out this site: www.stompstressaway.com. It's a great site!