MY SOCIAL PHOBIA / SOCIAL ANXIETY DISORDER (SAD) Video 1

[nickthegrizzly2]

watching you is like watching myself, there is only 1 way to cure this, send me an email if you want to know the truth. just understand your not the only one

[Lafnalot]

Thank you for your kindness in letting us "in" to your world. It means a lot to me to be able to understand some f what you live with daily. Im wishing you well.

[SocialPhobiaGerd]

This is so brave to at least post video on yt, i wish i had that bravery for once in those 40 years, but i just can't. Going to the grocery store (perhaps every 3 weeks) takes a bite in the small amount of energy (i think) i spared up to be able to do so, but from the moment i wake up the day i have to leave the house, the energy is littery slammed out of me the moment i open my eyes. And once i have suceeded this, each time, i feel like a king having won a battle, but it's always the same battl

[xBeautifulThingsx]

I have severe social anxiety disorder too, which has only become worse through time, i can't be around people, even around my own family, i can't get out of my house and go in public, i hate my thoughts, feelings, looks, just basically the whole of me, i've been to doctors & psycologists before & they've been no help, but now i can't get proffesional help because it means either me going to see someone, or they come to the house & talk to me, thats something i can't do yet, i feel for you!

[miissdiivashanx]

i was having a bad night with my aniexty/ i also have sad and panic disorder and i looked up to know i am not alone, and everything you said speaks for me . its insane . i struggle everyday to go out the door i was brought to tears with this video , i also always state i would never wish this on my worst enemy ! .. thank you for sharing for your story i know i am not alone feeling that you feel this has taken over your life as well as i feel it has taken mine i am trying to overcome it so bad

[swiv2d]

Your a brave guy for putting up this video not many people including our own family know how difficult sad is

[Vojife]

It's so great to see I'm not alone! =)

[apismellifera1000]

Hey Terry its Michael from the Venomlist. I know how you feel I have autism and its the kind where one gets fixated on something they like or a hobby they really like and a lot of people thought I would not be able to do certain things such as driving a car or running a complcated machine like an engine lathe but I pretty much did many things that the doctors said I could not do. If I lived near you I'd come visit and do our hornet and wasp chats and share nests. Take care.

[Checkers131]

It was very courageous for you to make this video ... most people would be too afraid to even make a video ... I will be praying for you that you will become victorious over your SAD and that you don't give up ... you are victorious

[loveturtle83]

I can relate to this so much. Thank you for posting. I'd like to share this video and help promote awareness.

[billinct860]

I was always the "shy" boy and preferred to be alone or with only 1 or 2 friends that sort of "understood" me. Was in my 40's before seeking help with a shrink. I have gone to places and never entered. Tried Paxil, Zoloft and something else but not much help. Something that did help... owning a dog and taking him to dog friendly parks for one. Other "dog people" are nice people and like to ask/talk about... dogs. Easy conversation and easy to get away from with "gotta get moving". Good luck!

[lilwayne450]

great video man!

[orium1]

i know the different kinds of organic pain leave us thinkin we are secure at home,but if something goes wrong even in a street someone will see you and call for help.i suffer a lot!!! im sure the one you are behind the screen can be released.make dates...;) best wishes

[orium1]

i think you were reading a a paper youve wrote,well..u must iniciate then let it flow!a trully reccommend you to hang with friends,if you have to drink before you leave your refugee drink,feel confortable no ones gonna hurt you i actually have friends that feels anxiety too try too fix on them!a dark bar som music and make that a routine it would help.not just staying at home thinking the neighbours hate you xD(im portuguese) i think youre someone that dos not express your thouhts as you want.

[tonyfalca]

Foremost, it's great to see a recent video about this online. I know what you mean man. I think my social anxiety began by not speaking my mind and that became gradually worse over time. I just realized the other day, the biggest trouble I face is speaking about my feelings with people, even family. I've secluded myself for ages now, in fact, I haven't left my house in months, not once. I need to be with people, but for whatever reason, maybe because I'm not being true to myself, I fear others:/

[Wuffy1970]

@tonyfalca I am glad that my video is helping you. Though I am very sorry that you are afflicted with SAD too. Just know that you are NOT alone and it IS possible to get the SAD down to a manageable/bearable level so you CAN start living your life again. There IS hope! If you need professional help, then get it. Sometimes we need help. We can't always handle things alone. I am here if you ever want to talk about anything. I completely understand what you are going through. Okay? :)

[tonyfalca]

@Wuffy1970 Thanks dude, I appreciate that. I've actually made huge progress over the past handful of days. For once, I've expressed how I've really been feeling to the people closest to me. It's still not easy to do this, regularly or consistently, of course. Nevertheless, it does get easier and easier with every go. I'd never would have thought to myself, that these last few days would've ever happened, ever, because my fear of being vulnerable and weak, or being true to my emotions, --continue

[tonyfalca]

@tonyfalca ---was so strong. The fear of myself, the fear of vulnerability, or the fear of my emotions, still is strong, but the most important thing that I've ever realized is that, my emotions will only ever "kill" me, if they're left unacknowledged and unexpressed. On another note, I would never pay somebody money to "help" me; I mean, if they weren't getting paid, in a world that functions only on money, would they really still be doing what they're doing? I'm sure you get what I'm saying..

[tonyfalca]

@tonyfalca ANYWAYS, thanks again man. And, if you ever need somebody to talk to, just drop me a message!!!

[Falcons8455]

i can definitely relate and i pray that you feel better one day

[Wuffy1970]

@Falcons8455 Thank you very much for your support. It is comforting to know that I am not alone in my struggle with SAD.

[twinkletoesstar]

oh i also have an account on SAS my username is Kooshi make sure to add me :)

I saw ur post and then watched ur video

[Wuffy1970]

@twinkletoesstar You have been added as a friend on the SAS website! :)

[twinkletoesstar]

Another great thing to help your anxiety is to expose yourself. I going to get a job around where I live since I need money (Im poor ehee) and to expose myself around others. I am also going to learn how to drive around christmas.

Maybe you could do the same? Getting a job would really help. But first I think you should get help....getting a job will also help you pay for ur meds :)

[Wuffy1970]

@twinkletoesstar Yes, exposure is the best way to be proactive in our fight against SAD. I am poor too. Join the club! Hehehe!!! I wish you that best of luck in finding a job and learning how to drive. I think it is AWESOME that you will be doing these things to improve your situation! I am here for you if you ever want to talk about anything.

[twinkletoesstar]

The only side effects I've had are a bit of nausea and insomnia but nothing major so its all good. I noticed that I am more able to talk to people like before when I was in a group of people I would never talk but now I am able to open up and be able to share what I have to say.

I feel less scared and that has definetely been a differance. I am still scared in some situations but I should be less afraid when the meds fully kick in.

[Wuffy1970]

@twinkletoesstar Thanks for letting me know.

[twinkletoesstar]

I am not a doctor but I would recommend 100 mg of zoloft for you. You would start on small doses and slowly bump up. I started on 50 and moved on 75...not sure if I need to go higher.

Paxil is also another popular med for SA. There are also others but these two seem more popular.

There is also beta blockers, ativan, etc. to stop symptoms temporarily but these meds. don't help as much. I took ativan didn't help me at all.

:) Hope i helped

[Wuffy1970]

@twinkletoesstar I've had a therapist in the past and, during different times of my life, I took Prozac and Paxil. How is Zoloft affecting you so far? Have you noticed any changes yet? Is there a difference?

Yes, you've helped. :)

By the way, I've sent you a friend request here on YouTube.

[twinkletoesstar]

When I went and got my medication my doctor told me their is brand name meds and generic kinds which is cheaper. The generic kind have the same components as the brand name ones and are effective.

Since you don't have a car you could either bike or best take a bus. Find out your routes and get to your faimly doctor or instead go to a psychiatrist. What about your family? They could maybe help you by driving and for paying for the medication.

[Wuffy1970]

@twinkletoesstar Yeah, generic meds are cheaper than brand name meds. I guess that I could take a bus. I just wish the public transportation here was more regular and reliable! Oh, well. Unfortunately, my family lives in a different state. So, they can't help me. You are right though... I need to find some way to get treatment.

[Dis1nt3grate]

Really good first video! Congrats on making and posting it!  I know that videos are not easy to make, but you did well. :)

[Wuffy1970]

@Dis1nt3grate I sincerely appreciate your kind words. I really want to make and post more videos because some people who are afflicted with SAD have told me that my video has helped them. They say that they don't feel alone since watching it. This really makes me feel good!

[twinkletoesstar]

you seem like a very smart and sincere person.

I like how you say how home is like prison and refuge....I can totally relate to that. I have SA and it is very hard to deal with it and many days I just want to stay home and never leave. While others are having fun I miss out...it isn't fair at all.

Are you considering taking medication? Your case is quite severe..

I am taking 75 mg zoloft and it has made my sa go down a bit I have just started using it though

[Wuffy1970]

@twinkletoesstar Unfortunately, I currently have no treatment because I don't think I can financially afford it. Plus, I don't have a vehicle to get around town in. Though I believe that I DO need treatment. I really don't know what to do at this point! Do you have any suggestions for me?

Anyway, I just want to say that I would love to be your friend. I think we both need support from people who understand what we are going through. I know I do! I don't want to feel alone in my SAD anymore.

[twinkletoesstar]

wish you the best i really hope things get better for you

[Wuffy1970]

@twinkletoesstar Thanks! :)

[Mursilia]

Try not to read that much on the next videos man, talk into the subject yourself, you were doing good at the start! And good luck with your SAD.

[Wuffy1970]

@Mursilia Thanks for the pointer. Still this is not bad for my first time showing my face on YouTube! To be honest with you, I am impressed that I even did this in the first place!. That reading was a safeguard for me and it worked. Hehehe!!! As time goes on and the more I do this, hopefully I will become more comfortable talking in front of a camera.