I'm 30 years old and have been suffering from anxiety since college and its getting worse. In social situations, especially around people who i do not know that well, I feel pressure behind my eyes and become very anxious and self-aware. I also have trouble concentrating sometimes and have a spaced out feeling in my head. I have used cocaine in the past and people would comment when I was on cocaine that my eyes would be really dilated..more so than other people. Same thing with extacy. I have stopped using drugs and started exercising regularly but it's not helping.
Now when I am feeling anxious around people I am parnoid that my eyes are really dialated.
The anxiety is afecting my life, it's getting to the point where I avoid social situations and friends now. Also, it happens even when I'm by myself now too.
I talked to my doctor about and he recommended someone to talk too but she has no idea what is causing my symptoms. All she says is to exercise (which I already do and I'm in above average shape). Any information you can provide would be greatly appreciated.
I've been trying to relax all day but I just feel really anxious and I have severe pressure behind my eyes for the past 4 hours.