exhausted mentally and physically

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although i really like ACT, im starting to think in my opinion that it is more

for people with milder forms of anxiety/depression...(disclaimer..i am in no way

trying to belittle anyone's suffering) i don't see how by accepting that i have

severe anxiety, and trying to flow with it, how it's going to do the trick. i

have been trying that, and all i find is that im trying my best to flow with the

river, while my feet barely touch the bottom as im gasping for breath trying not

to go under. it hasn't gotten any easier. i don't sleep well at all, and im

having all sorts of physical problems now that i really think are from my body

breaking down due to constant high levels of anxiety, and lack of sleep. now im

getting caught in a cycle of anxiety probably causing health problems, and

health problems exacerbating anxiety.

i really feel like im in a tough spot. cause if its true that the research

shows that antidepressants aren't any better then placebos, then what hope do i

have? im terrified of meds, but now im more terrified at my current mental and

physical state, . but how can i take meds if all im going to do is get side

effects, and no lessening of my suffering? is psychiatry really a sham? what are

these professionals practicing?

im really sorry for posting such a negative post, but im in bad shape. if

anyone can offer anything, it would be very appreciated

-scott