Bad Stress?

Question

I've been dealing with a lot of stress for 3 months straight and no matter what I do I still have it and it doesn't go away; even if I do the things I like. I have trouble sleeping at night because of it and sometimes when it's really bad I get chest/upper arm pains and I know that's not good. The stress is coming from two friends that are dear to me but have changed and overdose on sedatives; when I try to tell them it can kill them they blow me off and call me mean; I don't know where I went wrong and I feel like killing myself because they've been my friends for the longest time and are the only two people I really talk to.

Answer 1

I know exactly how you feel. A couple of my very close friends have had huge drug problems in the past. I spent so many nights worried about them, and just wanted to die because I hated seeing them that way. I tried so hard to get them to stop. Some of them still haven't.... but it took one bad overdose and a few weeks in jail for one of my friends to finally turn his life around. Coming from someone who's been there, I know how you feel but you need to know that the choices they make are theirs and that there is nothing that you've done wrong. Be there for them; call them up and keep telling them how worried you are about them. Tell them how much it messes up your life. They could really listen, or they could blow you off (many of my close friends have blown me off over this issue) I know that you are very worried about this right now, but when I'm down about my friends the people around me always say "Amanda, I know you're down but you need to take care of yourself first." And that is very true. You're putting your body through maybe just as much trauma as they are! Relax. Get some exercise, take a hot bath, take a walk. You mentioned that you have been feeling like this for three months straight..... maybe you need some medication. I have general anxiety disorder along with social anxiety, and I take Zoloft which has really worked wonders in my life! You might want to check this out. It really makes you feel a lot better. If you wanna talk, just email me. I'd be glad to hear from you! My email is [e-mail] God Bless, and take care of yourself!


Love Amanda

Answer 2

I Understand What You Mean My Life Has Been Stressful And Has Drivin Me To Want/Do A Lot Of Terrible Things I Really Dont Know What To Tell You To Make It Go Away Because It Just Doenst Stop It Eases Over Time But It Feels Like The Slightest Thing Will Send You Back.. And As For Your Friends Try Telling Them How Much They Mean To You.. My Mom Has Been A Drug Addict For Yoears..And Sometimes Still Is..And Truthfully As Much As It Hurts Im Starting To Relise Its Her Choice And No Mtter How Much I Love Her And How Much I Beg Her To Stop.. Its Her Own Choice.. I Am Sure You Dont Like Hearing Me Say That But The Truth Is You Are Not In Controll... But You Can Help By Telling Them You Care And Are Worried.. It May Help Them Change There Minds.. It May Not.. And Please Dont Kill Yourself It May Feel Agonising But If A Weak Person Like Me Can Live Through It You Deffitnally Can My Friend.. Just Take A While And See Where Lfe Leads And If You Find You Are Out Of People To Talk To You Can Always Mail Me And We Can Talk... Talking Always Helps Make Me Feel Better And Not So Alone : ) I Hope Your Friends Relise You Care And Stop.. Good Luck And If You Need Me I Will Be Here ^_^

Answer 3

Dear Rob S,
As a healthcare professional, (RN X 37 yrs.), but more importantly, as a person that has suffered with depression for over 25 yrs., the most important and URGENT thing that you have to do is visit your PCP! Or, Family Doctor, whatever you call him/her,...and tell them everything you have just said to us!!!
They should give you a referral, or a consultation, to a specialist that deals only in Mental Health and associated illnesses. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT!!! Take it from me, the wrong Diagnosis
can delay the PROPER treatment, and therefore, delay your recovery!! With the correct medication, in the correct dose,
you will be amazed, in a few weeks, at how much better you feel!!! It is truly wonderful, when you suddenly realize that you
were the one singing with that song on the radio!! And, you actually can't wait to get outside, in the sun and air, and just 'sit' and think, or do a crossword or suduko puzzle, or just "veg" out and stare at the bare trees! And, suddenly, 10 hours of sleep
might just be a little too long!!
Good Luck!!! Go ASAP, and get treatment started, so you can
start feeling better ASAP!!!
play with the dog,

Answer 4

Bad stress:The number of definition of stresses affecting us is large amounts. Hair falling out Mean Attitude Agressive Not acting like self

Answer 5

Your friends are going to live their lives the way they choose. Its their lives. You may want to choose new friends. Not easy, I know. But you can't make people live the way you want them too. Your not being mean, your being a good friend, so find friends that deserve you. They hopefully will realise that they need to stop their drug addiction. Don't get wrapped up in it. Move on. There really isn't much you can say or do if someone makes a choice to do drugs. Just don't get wrapped up in it. You may want to seek professional help with someone to deal with the issue. A counselor.

Answer 6

OK these friends of yours are dragging you down. You need to reach a point where you realize that you can talk to them, but you can't force them to change their ways. Do you think they'll care if you worry yourself to death?

Anyone who cares enough about people to reach this point can make new friends easily. If you don't survive, nothing else matters.

Answer 7

I think you need to talk to lifeline or counselled. Talking to someone can make a very big difference.

Answer 8

everybody has choices, be wise on the choices you make, continue to tell your friends that you love them, and keep encouraging them to stop. when they say your mean tell them that they are special to you and you love them good luck

Answer 9

love life