What is wrong with me?

[jackell]

I hate being around large groups of people, and tend to shy away, but i also dred being alone, starts making me think eveyone has an agend to get me. I feel scared for my safety if i am alone, and tend to get paranoid that someone is out to get me and kill me. I have been diagnosed with hypertension. They say my hypertension, is not linked to the way i feel. At times i just feel like everything gets too much, too much going on at once, and would rather not live. Please, i need to know what is wrong with me, ive tried changing my diet and lifestyle, but it seems to make it worse. I snap easily, and my best friend says that my mood changes rapidly, and at times i dont seem myself. HELP, i am worried!!!

[hrhurles]

i wouldn't worry, there's nothing 'wrong' with you. I think it's anxiety and stress combined. Really for this you should see your doctor about medication which can help you relax and feel less 'hyper aware'. I have suffered from this aswell combined with bulima nervosa, and i know it's not easy. Socialising for me (especially as a mother) could send me to my bed for a week (if i could), and i can't make phone calls because of the super anxiety i feel before making any calls. I found just going and and 'doing things' helps- for instance i can't stand busy places, but i will go to the town centre to prove to myself that nothing bad will happen, and i found that doing this over time has made things alot better. I've also found that going for a long walk helps too. You feel more invigorated and happier afterwards (well thats me anyway). Like i said, go back to your doc ( i know it may not be easy especially if you don't feel like socialising, but you may feel better for it!) and ask for advice :)

P.s when alone try doing something you enjoy if you feel scared to take your mind off your feelings :) i find chocolate also helps ;)

[mamateama]

you should look up asperger, or paranoid schisophrenia. I know those things may sound bad but if u do have one or both u need help, without it things may never get better.  Goodluck and remember that you are IMPORTANT!!!

[Red_Star]

Paranoid thoughts are listed under a serotonin deficiency. Serotonin is one of the neurotransmitters in the brain.  Causes of high blood pressure from the list below include smoking, alcohol, lack of exercise, poor diet, diabetes, insulin resistance, thyroid disease, certain adrenal gland disorders, nutrient deficiencies especially magnesium, omega 3 deficiency, glutathione deficiency, estrogen or progesterone imbalance, inflammation, chronic high cortisol levels, medication or drug side effects, low stomach acid (due to malabsorption of nutrients), high blood levels of PCB, pesticides and plastic chemicals.  Caffeine, stress and anger cause a temporary rise in blood pressure. Well that is pretty much the whole list really lol.

The following factors can cause low serotonin levels (in no particular order):

* Artificial sweeteners (aspartame)
* Caffeine
* Cigarette smoking
* Diabetes
* Ecstasy, diet pills, and certain medications
* Chronic opioid, alcohol, amphetamine & marijuana use
* Hormone imbalances (thyroid, adrenal, estrogen)
* Hypoglycemia
* Insulin Resistance
* Inflammation
* Infections
* Poor diet
* Lack of exercise
* Lack of sunlight/vitamin D deficiency
* Problems converting tryptophan to serotonin
* Problems with digestion (low stomach acid is common)
* Stress and anger
* High cortisol levels (stress hormone)
* PCB’s, pesticides and plastic chemicals exposure
* Under-methylation - folate, vitamin B6, vitamin B12 deficiency
* Iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc, B3, B6, folate & vitamin C deficiency
* Glutathione deficiency (mother of all antioxidants)
* Genetic serotonin receptor abnormalities
* Human growth hormone deficiency
* Progesterone deficiency
* Impaired blood flow to brain
* A lack of omega oils
* Excessive use of antidepressants