Monthly Archives: May 2012

Through online support groups I have observed people with anxiety disorders are often frustrated with the average person’s inability to understand what we go through or why we can’t  just “get over it”. But when confronted with the incredible absurdity … Continue reading →

First an update on the review process. My case manager called the agency on Friday but wasn’t able to get through to the right person. Typical. She left a message asking the person to call me ASAP . I did … Continue reading →

I had previously mentioned to my case manager about Boo pricking me with his claws if I ignore him too long, but I’m not sure she believed me. Yes, it is a bad habit and yes, I’ve tried to break … Continue reading →

My case manager called on Tuesday. She is back from time off and coming out here Friday. We made a plan to try to complete the telephone interview for my medical coverage and food assistance case review. I was very … Continue reading →

The day following my last post I had extra time with my DLS worker. We were able to do some shopping before the appointment, so I got some food. I was feeling particularly stressed, and for the first time in … Continue reading →

Not a whole lot has changed since my last post. It is difficult to write today, so bear with me if there are mistakes I don’t catch. Getting out and doing errands is still extremely difficult. All it takes is … Continue reading →

I think, by most reasonable definitions, I am in crisis. I have lost the ability to go out and function in the community. As a result I’m essentially out of food. I’m at high risk for losing services essential to … Continue reading →

I woke up having a horrible anxiety attack this morning. I was sweating, barely able to breathe, terrified. I was so terrified I would have rather died than get up and face the day. If I could have just willed … Continue reading →