Hello doctor, I am a 24 year old female, and I am a doctor myself. I just graduated from college and got a job. I have this constant feeling of anxiety, and my heart rate does not seem to get lowered. I cannot shut my mind from worrying about what might happen in the future, I always think of the worst. I have this constant feeling that I have no friends and I would not be able to marry my boyfriend, because of some reasons that do not even exist right now. I feel that being happy will only lead to being sad, so it is better to be sad. I think I should reach for help, but I am apprehensive as to what my parents will think. I feel I am holding back on my happiness. Not enjoying my current achievements at all, and only worried about the future and what all is lacking in me. It is taking a toll on my studies.
Hello. I can understand your concern. A lot of individuals at your age suffer such anticipatory anxiety and stress about future. Follow these steps, and I am sure you will see improvement in yourself. Believe in yourself, and hard work will reduce any anticipatory anxiety. For further queries consult a psychiatrist online -->