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GAD | Marriage
My marriage has been fixed recently and i got very anxious. i have been diagnosed with GAD which is their since a long but now i lt has exaggerated.
Now my worry if this will affect my marriage or should i delay/deny this proposal and work on myself first.
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Hi. Undergo session wise counseling for your mental health.
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Mindfulness training
Dialectical Therapy
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Self love
Commitment to partner
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As for the various therapies, it all depends on what works best for *you*. The thing is, never give up trying if one approach doesnât work. You could consider the following:
Talk therapy - with a trained Psychologist
CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) - with a trained Psychologist
Meditation - includes Mindfulness and/or Vipassana meditation
Pranayama, which would go well with meditation and yoga.
Various types of Yoga which would require a proper instructor. Having attended ISHAâs âInner Engineeringâ program, I can recommend it (the only issue here is that it requires a commitment of 40 days of doing the Yoga Kriya twice a day - takes about 45 minutes).
As for medicinal approaches, there are many. I am not a fan of any of them (unless your anxiety is severe enough that it prevents you from functioning normally). Usually the anxiety medications come with a host of side-effects and the efficacy of the different classes of drugs are highly individualized. Jeff Hammerbacher has covered the medicinal categories well enough and I donât want to regurgitate it :)
I would recommend starting off with Talk therapy with a Psychologist before trying the other approaches, for one major reason: It may bring you closer to the root of your anxiety and help you identify what the source of your worries are. From there, you can work on dealing with the triggers that lead to this anxiety.
Wishing you all the best :)
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Hi
Many things need to explore. You should consult with a psychologist as soon as possible
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don't worry it is curable situation
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See to feel anxious and an unexplained excitement is quite common before such a life changing occasion but if you have history of GAD you should learn to cope with few lifestyle changes and adaptability.if possible (only if you feel your partner will understand) discuss this with your partner with good support you will feel confident and be able to adjust to the change.
Ask few questions to yourself
What exactly is making you anxious,if possible write however you feel.
Delay/deny is completely your and your partners call if you both are compatible enough to understand each others high & low,if you both are emotionally linked,go for it.a healthy and happy relationship helps in overcoming any psychological issue.
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Hi.one of the most effective ways to cope with anxiety in a relationship is to talk about it openly, honestly and directly with your partner. Do not try to hide it or be shameful of it but rather it is important to discuss your feelings openly.
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consult with a clinical psychologist
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relaxation training
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Hi
You are stressed about marriage because you have been diagnosed with GAD. It will be good if you can consult a psychologist who will help you manage anxiety. You are wondering whether anxiety will affect your marriage. It will be good if you can talk about your anxiety with your fiancée. Do not worry with counseling sessions you will be fine.
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Consult a psychologist.
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Feel free to contact me for counseling session.
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You should be psychologically fit first, then think about commitment.
You need to improve your perception and decision making skills.
It needs to be treated asap otherwise it may get complicated.
It can be well treated with homeopathic medication and counseling sessions.
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you can contact me through online appointment for further assistance
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Ms. Divya Bhatia
Psychologist
3 yrs exp
Bangalore
"Thank you for reaching out to me and sharing your concerns. Overthinking and feeling anxious about major decisions is a common symptom of GAD. And marriage, of course, is a huge decision. However, it can be difficult to deal with these symptoms without the right help. Since you have been diagnosed with it, I urge you to seek therapy that will give you customised tools to help deal with your anxiety.
Also regarding the proposal, it depends if you wish to get married currently and if you have affection for the other person. It is not necessary to put this on hold until you have worked on yourself, both can be dealed with simultaneously. But you need to ask yourself, what is it that you want?
Here are some general tips to help deal with anxiety:
1. As soon as you notice your thoughts are rushing, scream STOP to yourself and try to focus on the present. Try to let go of the past regrets and future worries. Yes, it is easier said than done, but by focusing on the resent voluntarily in the beginning will train your brain slowly, in a way your overthinking slows down.
2. Worry Time!
Set a fixed time of 15-20 minutes daily for overthinking and worrying. Tell yourself to worry only when it's the time and not before or after the alarm goes off. This will help you acknowledge your thoughts and also not waste all day behind them.
3. Mindfulness Meditation
Sit comfortably at a place and focus on your breath. Be in the present. If there are any thoughts coming in your mind, let them pass by, but do not engage with them. Focus on your breathing, how your body feels and how the air is passing by.
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Reflect on your thoughts
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If things still feel overwhelming, it would be advisable to talk to a therapist.
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Dr. Charanya
Psychologist
12 yrs exp
Coimbatore
Wellness Greetings to you..
It is just couple of sessions of time and consistent life style alterations in regards to food and habits. Don't fear seeing the terms.
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For further guidance, do just reach me here.
https://prac.to/charanya-psychologist-dir
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Ms. Komal Singh Parihar
Psychologist
4 yrs exp
Navi Mumbai
Hello there
I can understand what you might be going through. But don't take hasty decisions. There are reasons behind your problem. In order for you to find your solutions, you need to seek therapy.
Don't worry, consult a good therapist or a psychologist.
You can also contact me and I will help you towards your recovery. Let's discuss your issues in detail so that you can get towards your solutions.
Take care. Stay safe and strong. Everything will be alright. You got this!!
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
Psychologist
13 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi.... Who diagnosed you with GAD? I hope a good Psychiatrist.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) is one of the most common form of anxiety disorders. There is no such evidence that people suffering from GAD cannot get married or cannot lead a happy married life. It depends on various other factors as well.
I suppose you are either feeling very anxious because the idea of getting married, is in itself appearing scary to you or maybe there are some other things, that you are not finding right in this proposal?
Please consult a Psychologist, as Guidance and Counselling can help you deal with this dilemma and GAD.
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Consult a Psychologist
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Mr. Gunjan Maithil
Senior Psychologist
Cell: Nine Six Seven One Three Zero Three One Three Four (whatsapp)
Website:https://gunjanmaithil.wixsite.com/therapy
App: http://wix.to/fechb08?ref=cl
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Ms. Khusboo Nandal
Clinical Psychologist
2 yrs exp
Sonipat
Work on your coping skills , getting anxious for such a big life event is normal but you should know how to managevyour emotions. If these are exaggerating then get your personality tested. You will have clear idea what traits you have and how to deal with them
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