See Alike in...

Alike App

Browser

Effy

665d

does anyone else have anxiety and or depression and find it hard to work/keep a job?

Top reply
    • sam_rainbows1

      105d

      100,000+e21% I have an extreme and intense fear of being mistreated for having a panic attack at work again, I've had three jobs over the course of 2 years totaling 4 months. At each job I would go into work on edge afraid I would have a panic attack and when I got off work I would enjoy myself or feel relieved I would just dread going back. I would continue working when I experienced suicidal thoughts but I quit all three jobs because of an attempt. I haven't told anyone. I'm still terrified of even talking about it but I live alone I have no income, not even disability, I'm only 24, but I haven't had a job in over 18 months and I don't plan on going back to work. Apply for SSI was draining so I stopped trying. I'm completely alone in life because everyone just wants to believe that I'm lazy and I'm just don't see a reason to fight with them to try to convince them otherwise. I tried not to be alone I told my therapist I can't work and that I'm finding it hard to connect with people because I don't leave my apartment. She told me I after months of any other issue being give a bandaid solution, something like "that's no fun" she give me an ultimatum "you can get a job or I don't know what to tell you" I did try to be open with her so if she asked why I didn't work I would have told her, and I can't remember if I did tell her, but regardless what I heard was, except being alone, or kill yourself, I understand that's not what she meant but it's what I heard from the person whose job it is to help my declining mental health, I don't expect miracles but did she have to make it worse with and ultimatum. Of get a job which she knew I did not want to do or be alone when I was attempting to be proactive in making connections. At least the annoying and constant bandaid replies didn't cause me to have several panic attacks before and after each appointment until I finally just quit.

    • sam_rainbows1

      105d

      100,000+e21% I have an extreme and intense fear of being mistreated for having a panic attack at work again, I've had three jobs over the course of 2 years totaling 4 months. At each job I would go into work on edge afraid I would have a panic attack and when I got off work I would enjoy myself or feel relieved I would just dread going back. I would continue working when I experienced suicidal thoughts but I quit all three jobs because of an attempt. I haven't told anyone. I'm still terrified of even talking about it but I live alone I have no income, not even disability, I'm only 24, but I haven't had a job in over 18 months and I don't plan on going back to work. Apply for SSI was draining so I stopped trying. I'm completely alone in life because everyone just wants to believe that I'm lazy and I'm just don't see a reason to fight with them to try to convince them otherwise. I tried not to be alone I told my therapist I can't work and that I'm finding it hard to connect with people because I don't leave my apartment. She told me I after months of any other issue being give a bandaid solution, something like "that's no fun" she give me an ultimatum "you can get a job or I don't know what to tell you" I did try to be open with her so if she asked why I didn't work I would have told her, and I can't remember if I did tell her, but regardless what I heard was, except being alone, or kill yourself, I understand that's not what she meant but it's what I heard from the person whose job it is to help my declining mental health, I don't expect miracles but did she have to make it worse with and ultimatum. Of get a job which she knew I did not want to do or be alone when I was attempting to be proactive in making connections. At least the annoying and constant bandaid replies didn't cause me to have several panic attacks before and after each appointment until I finally just quit.

    • RenTheFren

      106d

      Definitely! It's just so hard to keep up with everything. I lose motivation easily, or I get overwhelmed and shut down...

    • Effy

      106d

      I'm sorry I never responded to any of you. Thank you so much for your reply and I hope you're all doing well and have a wonderful holiday season! ❤️

    • cozybunbun

      665d

      My anxiety attacks made it impossible for me to get through a shift or rest at home at my last job. I haven't had one since (2019)

    • Lucyd

      665d

      I have anxiety and have trouble being in a big crowd and my depression is bad as well

    • Lonewolf22

      665d

      My anxiety and depression took over I couldn't stand to stay at work

    • Lonewolf22

      665d

      I know all to well I lost 3 jobs that way

    • LittlePocketPen

      665d

      Literally just today I had a panic attack due to someone mentioning something to me.

    • Ralffy

      665d

      Definitely. I've lost 2 jobs out of 3. Because of anxiety. & 1 out of three from depression. I try so hard & it doesn't seem to work.

      • Ralffy

        665d

        @Ralffy It's all be high pressure jobs like restaurant and fast food work but it's very hard to find anything else. But I start drowning so fast.

    • X1badmamaX

      665d

      Definitely I have never kept a job longer than a year until now it's been 1 year and 1 month since I started with my county job maybe the medication is helping

      • Effy

        106d

        @X1badmamaX congratulations on your longest job! You're doing great!

    • Austin_Brand

      665d

      Yes indeed, anxiety and depression, and I've had about 6 jobs in the past 2 years...

    • Danil

      665d

      I have the exact same issue. I jump from job to job in last 2 years. Once something happens in my world, I lose my focus and drive. I choose to run away from conflict or uncomfortable situations. Not able to take criticism or help from others at work as I look at myself as a failure. 😥

      • Effy

        106d

        @Danil it is the exact same way with me. I find myself quiting everytime I can't handle a situation. I wish the best for your future. ❤️

    • Ewok

      665d

      Oh yes!!! I went back to medical school and I am having the worst time finding motivation and focus. Whenever I do sit down to do it, I start overthinking everything and get overwhelmed and my anxiety gets worse 😵🙄😑

    • looly

      665d

      Absofuckinglutely. I'm worried about my future and being able to maintain a steady income. 😥

☝ This content is generated by our users and it is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please consult with your physician before making any medical decision

Thank you! Your submission has been received!
Oops! Something went wrong while submitting the form.

Want to chat or share? Download the Alike app now and get complete access to Alike.health's unique features.

Find people who are
experiencing a similar
medical reality

100% Free
100%
Free

Download Alike for the full experience

JOIN

View All

Bupropion

night sweats

paranoid

Valium

sertraline

palpitations

Anxiety (Including GAD)

Depression

palpitations

Depression

Valium

Bupropion