Diadnosed Parkinism. Anxiety sky high

[23tana]

Thank you Carnation and sial72. Positivity and hugs much appreciated.

[MyNameIsTerry]

Those groups sound good. Like Carnation says, even getting to one will help and they will help with the anxiety/depression too, albeit with some extra initial anxiety just going to them but after a few sessions you could feel much more positive about them.

If you can only do the one with your friend, it's a start and after a few sessions you may even feel strong enough to try the other one on your own.

It's all good progress no matter which you do. Good luck.

[pulisa]

Maybe going to one or both of these groups will help you feel less on your own and more supported? Just waiting for appointments/scans must be so depressing and demoralising and now at least you are doing something positive to help yourself.

I really hope the NHS gets its act together really soon. You must feel very let down and rightfully so.

[Carnation]

How are you 23tana? Have you heard anything yet?

[23tana]

Nothing yet. I'm trying hard not to get depressed. The Parkinson's support person is coming to see me next week.

I've been to the singing group, which was scary. Fortunately we started with breathing exercises so I got my feelings of panic under control. It's movement class tomorrow. I'm more nervous about that, so I hope I get through it ok.

Thanks for asking

[Carnation]

I am pleased you went to the singing class, I think that will be good for you.
Good luck with the movement class.

Before the support person comes next week, make sure you have a list to refer to for any questions you want to ask. Make the most of the visit while you have them there.x

[pulisa]

Good luck for the movement class-anticipating the first class will be the worst bit and I do hope you feel comfortable there and that it brings you much needed support. Am pleased to hear that you have finally got someone coming round to your house too-as Carnation says, just make the most of the person's visit and make her earn her salary!(Don't know why I'm assuming it will be a woman?)

[23tana]

Well I got lost on the way which didn't help with my anxiety, but I made it to the movement class. It was hard work and quite upsetting as it brought on the tremors. I managed not to go into a full panic attack, which I was pleased with myself about.

I got quite a lot of advice from the other members as to what to ask the support worker - enrollment with a speech therapist being a priority.

So now I'm going to take a nap and hope my heart stops pounding.

[Carnation]

Well done you, for making it there.

[pulisa]

Well done from me too!