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Am I just not being patient? I want a life again. Things are so limited right now and I miss my family. Cant go back until i "have a life" I'm lost being alone. 
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It seems that way, but I'm scared all the time. I used to be so capable, had the same job for years, took care of a family and its all gone. Ive never been without a job and its hard to find one. I really wish this could go faster. I want a life again. I miss my kids, cant go back to them until im better. This has gone on for a long time and they have been through a lot with me. 
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Lance,
 
This is success for you!  You are moving forward and really working toward progression.  It can be difficult but do continue to work with your doctor and therapist.  Take the anxiety test and take a copy with you to your next appointments, this may help better assess the situation.
 
Have you tried the exposure sessions, this will assist you step by step and help your move through your anxiety and face everyday challenges.  Make sure you post with us and let us know how you are doing.
 
 
Josie, Health Educator
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Things are not a lot better since I was here last. Have been on the lithium for a while now and was just increased. Mirtazapine was just increased to 60 mg as well. My sleep is too good and apetite great, but anxiety not so good. Just standing in the shower is hard as riding lite rail as it is elevated some of the trip. This is all so discouraging when I think about driving again. My life has been so limited by walking and taking the bus. I only see my therapist every three weeks as I go to a clinic for low income now. I had a life, a job for 30 years and a family, now i need to get back on my feet to get that back. Anxiety is not helping. I take my meds as instructed and take care of myself and am out doing things daily, so thats a plus. I just wish I knew why its like this and if I'll ever have a life again. 

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