kittenmittens Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Hello! I was referred here by a friend on another website as a place to get support, so this is my first time posting. My name's S, and I'm a 22 (almost 23) year old female college drop out dealing with anxiety, depression, social phobia, and procrastination, and I think I may have underlying. undiagnosed ADHD. In the past I've dealt with an eating disorder, skin picking, trichotillomania, trichophagia, and PTSD-ish symptoms, so...yeah, I'm a big ball of crazy. It seems like once I get over one problem, another one pops up. I'm so ashamed of my appearance and scared of rejection that I haven't managed to even *apply* for a job in a year. I've never had a boyfriend or girlfriend before, let alone been kissed. My dream of becoming a veterinarian is disappearing in front of my eyes...at this point, I don't even know if I'll be able to graduate from the university I started at. Anyway, I just thought I'd post this here as a little introduction as to what I'm dealing with and some of my backstory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Screamingbutterfly Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Hey there and welcome! I can relate to being ashamed of the appearance and rejecton. This forum is very helpful so I hope it helps you feel better. By the way I love your icon! I love cats, i have three of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hallowedink Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Welcome to CB! I can also relate to what you're saying. I'm also at uni... well, just had to suspend my studies on medical grounds, but I'm technically still a student. Applying for jobs is so scary, isn't it? I'm terrified of having to do so (also terrified about going out into the real world...). But don't give up on your dream. I'm sure that you would be an amazing vet, and you can get there. Even if it takes a bit more time, or you take a different route than you first imagined. For me, remembering that I have these dreams gives me something to work towards, a way to see a future on the other side of the depression. I don't know if that's something that you can relate to... But don't give up. Our dreams are part of what makes us ourselves. I hope that you find good help and support here at CB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lifequake Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Hi there! Welcome to CB. I'm glad you found this place, and I hope you will find it helpful. I'm 23 and can relate to most of what you wrote. I'm a big ball of crazy, too! I've been in school on and off for nearly six years, and I cannot tell you how many times I have dropped out and come back. There is nothing wrong with taking time to work on yourself. *You* and your wellness are most important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olga Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Welcome to Crazyboards. Please read the rules when you get a chance, and don't be afraid to contact a staff person if you have a question. I'm glad you're here and I hope we can offer you some support. olga Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rowan77 Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Hello there and Welcome to CrazyBoards!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix_Rising Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Hi and Welcome to CB! I think you'll find this to be a great community Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scatty Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Hi! Welcome to CrazyBoards! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Emperor Posted May 12, 2012 Share Posted May 12, 2012 Hello there! Welcome to CB! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kittenmittens Posted May 13, 2012 Author Share Posted May 13, 2012 Thank you all for your welcomes and your words of kindness. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alllowercase Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 Welcome! I can relate to so much in your intro having dropped out from my studies due to depression and anxiety 4 times now... I hope you get the support you need here... I'm new myself so drop me a PM if you like! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mirazh Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 Welcome to CB! I am glad you were referred to us. Lots of peer support here. I am 26, trans guy, with a history of depression and anxiety, and a whole lot of people seem to think I have ADHD but I don't have an official diagnosis yet. I have dropped out of college twice due to my struggles with my mental health. I do hope you enjoy it here as much as I do, and I haven't even been here for a year yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
claire466 Posted May 13, 2012 Share Posted May 13, 2012 Hellooo there! and welcome to CB!. You will find it really helpful here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaminonomen Posted May 14, 2012 Share Posted May 14, 2012 HELLO fellow anxietal skin picky person! I am secretly also one of those types :S Although perhaps it isn't a secret since I don't interact with anyone IRL to hide it from? I'm new here, too. I don't really know what I'm doing. But hello, and good evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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