Anxiety

et81 said:
Bro not trying to be a jerk but read your first post. You said you feel like you see things that aren't there or are afraid of things that aren't there. Idk what branch you want/will end up in but yeah that could cause some issues if you are leading a platoon.
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I'm probably going to sound like an idiot. I don't hallucinate or anything. I feel like a moron for saying this but their was a someone killed on our property like 20 years ago and at times I feel like I see things, with regards to like ghost and stuff. Once again, I know that sounds idiotic but that's more what I was referring to, which I probably could've explained better, just was trying to keep it short.
 
I think you should go see a doctor, no offense to anyone on this forum including myself. There may be a few but by and large we are not Medical professionals. The responsibly, honorable and what any real man would tell you to do is know when you need help and go get it. If it is nothing than you are golden and if it is a problem you can get help.
 
I agree with @et81. I don't think a forum post can "accurately" convey your condition to the audience. What you are getting is a variety of opinions based on a one paragraph description of a highly subjective situational set of feelings. If you have not seen a medical professional about any of this, then I doubt you lied on DoDMERB. In addition, the fact that you earned an appointment shows you have achieved much in your young life thus far, in spite of your concerns.

Military men and women all feel anxious in combat conditions, so some anxiety under those circumstances is normal and expected.

However, the bottom line is that if you feel that you would "act out" or overreact due to your condition, then you should seek professional help and let the chips fall as they may. Only you can answer this question and you have a duty to do what is right.
 
AROTC-dad said:
I agree with @et81. I don't think a forum post can "accurately" convey your condition to the audience. What you are getting is a variety of opinions based on a one paragraph description of a highly subjective situational set of feelings. If you have not seen a medical professional about any of this, then I doubt you lied on DoDMERB. In addition, the fact that you earned an appointment shows you have achieved much in your young life thus far, in spite of your concerns.

Military men and women all feel anxious in combat conditions, so some anxiety under those circumstances is normal and expected.

However, the bottom line is that if you feel that you would "act out" or overreact due to your condition, then you should seek professional help and let the chips fall as they may. Only you can answer this question and you have a duty to do what is right.
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Thank you very much for your advice and guidance
 
Also man look weather you go see a doctor or you decide this is nothing. You really only have to answer to yourself and if you believe in a greater power in this world then him too. With that said I don't believe you need to give up on your dreams. I think if you got to this level without help you may just be under a compounding stress/little sleep/more stress cycle. But again go get help if you need it. I can't tell you this enough enjoy senior year have a blast because you will wake up one day and really wish you could have it all back just one last time. Thats my opinion take it for what its worth. PM if you want to talk more.
 
Hey, it is totally normal to be totally stressed out right now--you and everyone else who is a senior in high school--are about to step out into a new life and into a new world. You are successful--and whatever you have done until this minute has worked well for you and imbued you with these winning qualities. Everyone feels insecure from time to time. Many people, many successful people go through periods of sleepless nights when facing a very stressful period. Knowing this should empower your actions.
The Army is big on building resilience right now. Clearly, you are resilient or you would not be very successful. In addition to exercising regularly, eating well and drinking sufficient water, you might look into mindfulness. This might sound like psycho mumbo jumbo--but it is where we are going in the military. Also, if you feel the need to talk to someone--start with your chaplain/priest or your guidance counselor at school. Please, do not start self-medicated with over the counter stuff or alcohol...you are too good for that mess. Just remember, it is ok to be totally stressed out right now--you have a lot on your plate. If everyone who had sleepless nights and was terrified of starting of BEAST quit...there wouldn't be many USMA graduates. Stay the course. Take care of yourself. GREAT JUDGEMENT w/ the throw away account. Also, when you get to USMA...if you start having this anxiety while you are at school, know that there are pathways to non-medical counseling to help you learn to manage the stress better. Do not be discouraged.
 
throwawayaccount said:
Hello all. I'm pretty active on the forum however made another account to remain anonymous for this question. The other day, I finally came to the realization that I have a big anxiety problem. Have crazy trouble sleeping, always worried about stupid stuff such as intruders, and at times feel like I'm seeing things and/or afraid of stuff that's not there. Extreme stressing over little things. For instance, I've been awake for hours a night every night for a few weeks worried about submitting my 7th semester transcript because it may end up having like two C's on it. Also freaked out about not disclosing a few little things on DoDMERB even though they don't affect me and/or are healed, yet could still hurt me administratively. That's kind of just the beginning of all this. I know it's not a big deal, but was wondering if anyone had any advice? Appointed to the class of 21 and accepted. I know this isn't a popular opinion, but I refuse to tell DoDMERB about stuff like this. I dedicated my life to getting to where I am today and regardless of opinion, I refuse to risk giving up everything I've worked for by taking the chance of possibly being DQ'd for anything from DoDMERB. So the big things I'm wondering is if I start taking over the counter medicine would that be effective? Would that show up on a drug test at the Academy? If this turns out to being a thing and medicine helps is their a way to have that at USMA after beast without disclosing to DoDMERB? I don't want to go to a doctor for something like this. Never had any crazy thoughts if you know what I'm saying and just have too much pride at the end of the day to do so. Really any guidance for a confused and stressed 18 year old would be great. Sorry if this is dumb or out of place but I have no idea what I'm doing. Thanks for your time and God bless
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First thing to do is talk to your parents and come up with a sensible plan of action.

You do not have the expertise and experience to make a medical evaluation or to decide if this is something that needs medical attention and neither is anyone on this forum. Your description sounds like more than just the normal anxiety every candidate experiences, but is not specific enough to determine next steps or if your DoDMerb disclosure was insufficient.

You are not a medical professional and are not expected to make diagnoses for DoDMerb - only your doctor can do that. If you did not disclose something that is in your medical file it could be a problem. If you did not report something you self diagnosed, it is less likely to be a problem. If you see a doctor and there is a diagnosis, it will have to be reported. However, you do not want to be in Beast with a serious untreated condition. The stress is just too much.
 
throwawayaccount said:
So my goal with posting on the forum was to 1. Get advice and 2. Gauge the situation to see whether or not it was a serious thing. After reading over comments and coming to the self realization that it doesn't affect my day to day life, doesn't affect my decisions or performance, and really is only a minor thing I experience at night and it hasn't been confirmed that it even is anything, I realized it isn't perhaps notable. Do you think I should still withdraw from being a Cadet Candidate over something like this?
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I think you need help of a professional. Trying to self diagnose and asking strangers for opinions when we do not know you is not effective. Anxiety is a real disease, just like diabetes and sometimes needs medication and counseling. I would hope that you would decide to take this step sooner rather than later, in order to make a truly informed decision. You are a teenager, talk to someone you trust.
 
throwawayaccount said:
So my goal with posting on the forum was to 1. Get advice and 2. Gauge the situation to see whether or not it was a serious thing. After reading over comments and coming to the self realization that it doesn't affect my day to day life, doesn't affect my decisions or performance, and really is only a minor thing I experience at night and it hasn't been confirmed that it even is anything, I realized it isn't perhaps notable. Do you think I should still withdraw from being a Cadet Candidate over something like this?
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Come on...
You're getting advice from anonymous posters. Do what YOU think is best for you.(with parental guidance)
 
BSCAR said:
If it truly doesn't affect you? No, I do not. But hopefully the reaction you got here will burn the Honor Code into your skull. When you get there, the price for something like this would be far higher.
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BSCAR... one day you're asking how to dress for an interview, and another day you're posting scads of info, giving advice, and acting like you have a clue.
 
Maplerock said:
BSCAR... one day you're asking how to dress for an interview, and another day you're posting scads of info, giving advice, and acting like you have a clue.
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Unlike interviewing, I actually have some firsthand experience with people who have anxiety disorders--in that regard I do have a clue. I try to help where I can and ask questions where I can't.
 
Anxiety builds when those feelings aren't shared with others. You did a good thing by reaching out to this forum. However, please talk to your parents or a trusted adult as well. I believe that you need to see your doctor for a checkup and blood work to start. Talk to your parents and doctor about taking a multivitamin and vitamin D3. As mentioned above, exercise and practicing mindfulness can be helpful as well. Google "coping strategies for anxiety" for more tips.
You've got 5 months to figure out whether to report on R-day. Use this time to talk and consider.
Above all, keep talking. Also mentioned above, anxiety is real, depression is real. They are just as real as diabetes and heart disease. Getting help is never a sign of weakness. It is a sign of strength and courage.
 
Try pushup, when you are feeling anxiety, physical stress release and a distraction. Oh yeah will help with Beast summer too!
 
Some of this anxiety is only going to increase, when you are actively channeling your energy towards the goal you are preoccupied and busy. Once you have achieved the goal, you then have time to sit back and 2nd guess everything. Hang tough, think real carefully before you run out and get something on your medical record that will follow you the rest of your life. You may not be cut out for Military leadership it is a fair question to ask your self, that doesn't make you a bad person or a looser, only a small percentage of our population ever go that route. Doesn't mean you need Medicated. Give it a go and see if you steady out. If not make that decision later in the best interest of the troops.

https://www.serviceacademyforums.co...cepting-appointment-normal.47186/#post-467103

https://www.serviceacademyforums.co...for-a-frustated-dad-please.48681/#post-486049

PS - might want to get 10 posts in under this name in case you want to private message someone.
 
custerlives said:
Once you hit WP, your symptoms will regress. you will be too tired for the symptoms to bother you.
Don't let anyone con you with a ' do it for the troops ' attitude or a 'not lie cheat or steal'.
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I think we are on the same page. I was not at all suggesting that this young person decide now or even during his/her first year if he/she is cut out for troop leadership. I was saying as you did, DO NOT run to a doc for pills to fix everything, Do Not Create a record when you are dealing with "Stress" , rather work on it, live with it and given Time you can always pull back from a Leadership position. One does not have to sign the commitment papers till after the 2nd year.
 
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