oh, i really feel for you, its awful to be that down... hope you feel brighter soon

Yogi makes a very good point here!

it takes guts to do stuff like go and see the doctor, tell parents this stuff etc when you are afraid to!

I am 40 Chicken....   and I bottled doing any of that!  (about 5 years ago)..    I 

So... you are doing really well...  and I have immense respect for you for pushing down your fear and doing these things!     

Giving in to your fears is a crippling thing...  facing up to them and overcoming them is empowering 

So... like others have said, try not to think about stuff too much, certainly not worrying about the future kinda stuff (pointless really...  even the best laid plans can go tits up... for even the most organised person)..  be kind to yourself...  

Oh Chicken  You having nothing to feel ashamed about. You have come a long way , be proud of that. Please dont be so hard on yourself

Have you seen a counsellor yet Chicken? I know the waiting list can be long. You really need a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist if possible - well they helped me as far as they could.


Hope things improve for you

Okay?  

Veggie -I don't wish to intervene in your chat with Chicken - but just to let you know that Chicken has previously said that he did go to see the student counsellor and has regular appointments. 

Chicken, I hope you`re feeling a bit better today.

Chicken  my heart goes out to you and although it may not seem so at the moment  there is light at the end of the tunnel,you are doing all the right things this is just a blip a setback along the way,feel proud of yourself and love yourself you are a lovely person and loved on here,take care

Chicken, hope you are feeling better.. stay positive and the fact you've confided in others for help means that you want to overcome what has been troubling you and I hope things pick up for you soon.


Worst still I have Pat Butcher on speedial for you.

awwww Chicken - very well done for taking ownership of what you want to do

Chicken, I hope you can decide that the first hurdle is not the last.

No probs hun and thanks. Is the student counsellor  the same as seeing a counsellor at the hospital/clinic though? If they are just a general 'helping students settle in etc etc' type of person as opposed to someone who is qualified to deal with mental health problems then I'm not sure that they will be the right type of help for Chicken.

I speak from bitter experience of how difficult it is to get any sort of help not just the right sort of help and I'm not maligning counsellors who do that sort of work it's just that Chicken has been depressed and anxious for so long (from what he has posted) that he really needs some intensive help

Good thoughts Veggie.

I can only suggest that in my experience student counsellors invariably have some qualifications - although perhaps not as much as a qualified hospital person.

However Chicken's first appointment with the student counsellor did result in Chicken making his first appointment with his own doctor.  So perhaps, as a sort of back-up resource and support it is having a useful effect. 

Have you any news Chicken. Did you manage to see your doctor?
Hope you are doing alright. 

Hope you are ok Chicken

Chicken! Veggie mentioning CBT reminded me of this..

http://www.livinglifetothefull.com/index.php?section=page&page_seq=13


This page is an overview of what's on the website. You need to register to use it, but it really is a fantastic resource.. have a look and let me know what you think!

Meantime, remember,, it will pass! x

aggghh, scary yellow hurt-your-eyes link! Click on it though, it's really good stuff..

Hoping to hear from you soon Chicken...hope you are well

Hoping everything is Ok Chicken

I've been thinking of you, Chicken. I hope you are getting the help you need.

Your GaGa friends send you the warmest of good wishes, and hope to hear from you soon.

Time to get in touch  

Yep Chicken - all rooting for you 

Chicken... Hope you are Ok We miss you.

Wondering what you decided to do Chicken.
Going back to Uni? 
Did you see your doctor?

Hope you are alright

Hope you are ok Chicken

Sending you a lil Christmas cheer Chick

Come back to us Chick - just to let us know you're fine xx

Hey guys , its chicken here

I couldnt remember my email address and password for CCM account so ill be on this one from now on!

Also , I found it hard to find you guys whats with the new layout?!

Im goood thank you! Thank you all for the lovely messages! Im home for the holidays now! So glad that term is over!!!

Im off on holiday for christmas wednesday!! Going to a big country house in suffolk , gunna be 20 of us! CANT WAIT!!

How have you all been? Missed you!

THAT sounds like a fab christmas!!!      I live on the Suffolk/Essex border...    I'll give you a wave Chicken! 

Good to hear you're feeling well...    have a fab crimbo

Thanks Ditty , Have a great christmas

Good to see you about Chick
Safe journey to a fab Christmas!

you too slim

It sounds like you are in for a great time Chicken, I hope you have a brilliant Christmas!  

Thanks Triggers! Have a great Christmas yourself

Chicken it sounds wonderful and so pleased you seem to be enjoying yourself, have a great time and a lovely Christmas 

Hiya Chicken

Glad to hear you are home and happy Hope you have a lovely Christmas

Good to hear you`re feeling better Chicken.  

Have a wonderful happy Christmas! 

Hope you all have a great christmas!!!!

Can't quote.... but you too Chicken. Have a great time! You've reminded me of Blur..... must go and have a listen on youtube!