I know I have trust issues and that stems from childhood. I get very upset over little things. Say someone is talking bad about me I take it too personally. I wish I was the type of person who could blow it off but it upsets me alot. I try to stay away from the people who do this stuff to me but it's almost impossible. I cut my wrists, not trying to kill myself but just for the pain. I know it's crazy. I also am paranoid about cops lol maybe it's because Im a weed smoker. And the only reason I smoke weed is because it chills me out. Honestly, if I smoke a joint I just don't care about the stress. It doesn't make me lazy either. I actually think about things I need to do and get them done. I don't do any other drugs so I dont think this is a drug induced problem to those who are gonna say that. And also, sometimes I feel very out-of-place. I get nervous too. Anyone feel the same or know what exactly this is? *Thx* Plx don't be rude and leave mean comments. BE MATURE LOL I told yall NO stupid answers. I DO have a FULL time job thank you very much. I dont sit around and smoke weed all day and watch Tv. I smoke a joint when I get stressed out and clean the house. So chill with that BS Coming from a 20 year old avid pot smoker and drug user who is completely functional and has a high IQ, don't listen to anyone when they say that pot is the cause of mental problems, or that it makes you stupid and lazy. Yeah, it happens to some people, but its effects very much depend on the kind of person you are and your psychological traits. No, I don't think pot is the cause of all of your woes =).
You may have a mild form of paranoia or anxiety. Pot can make you feel paranoid, but again, this seems different. Also, I have only heard of 1 person say that they became paranoid after smoking, and that was my mom when she was 16. She never smoked again. I don't think paranoia is that common of a symptom with pot even though anti-drug lobbyists love to spread that false information. In most cases, pot can and does help stress and even physical symptoms like stomach upset.
Anyway, I used to be slightly paranoid and anxious, myself, since early childhood but I'm pretty okay now. I once cut myself too, not because I was depressed or that I was suicidal (I cut my ankle), I just wanted to see how it felt. I haven't done it since then, either. I also had a friend that cut herself a few times, but she no longer does. I think it's just a phase sometimes. Do be careful, though. You could definitely mess that up if you're cutting on your wrist. I also have a very bad temper (I've always had that too, my family was ridiculous to live with). I'm not highly sensitive like you, but I can relate with my anger.
Honestly, I don't think you have a terrible or serious mental disorder. Like I said, maybe a mild form of paranoia or anxiety, which if you really want, could be prescribed to something very mild. Perhaps a low dose of something like Valium, or an anxiety medication (a benzo) in a low dose like Xanax. You may also lack coping skills, the root of your high sensitivity. I don't know how old you are, but if you're in school, you should try going to a school counselor and asking them if they can help you with coping skills when an upsetting situation occurs. Being highly sensitive is very easy to control and even to completely get rid of if you have the right tools. I think all you need is a good talk with a professional, they can work wonders.
Feel free to email me about these subjects. I'm pretty knowledgeable in medications ;) and want to be a psychology major when I get back to school, so mental disorder is sort of my thing, too. =) melancholycoffee@yahoo.com SOUNDS LIKE BI-POLAR GO SEE A DR AND TELL THEM EXACTLY HOW YOU FEEL....... I'm not a psychologist/ psychiatrist/ counsellor or any kind of mental health professional so I can't tell you what disorder you may or may not have. What I will say is that I have experienced some of the feelings you describe, and in my opinion the best thing you can do is talk to somebody. Maybe your GP or a counsellor or a CPN if you have access to these things. The only person that would be able to tell you if you are suffering from some sort of disorder is a psychiatrist. Please talk to somebody about what's going on and how you feel. I hate to say it (please don't get mad) but the cannabis probably isn't helping even though it may feel as though it is!
Take care xx well you fit about 3000 people in my town, first off do you know that pot is known to make people paranoid? you also sound a bit Bi-polar, but honestly if you stopped smoking pot and just found something to do with your time like a hobby (smoking isn't one), or a job you probably wouldn't have enough time to cut your self and smoke pot.
you might also want to talk to an actual doctor to get checked out and put on some anti depressant or ant anxiety. It sounds as if you may have a personality disorder. We all have personalities and we all have personality characteristics that fall somewhere on a continuum. In a personality disorder these characteristics tend to fall on the extreme end of the continuum.
For example, a person with dependent personality disorder may be trusting to a fault, not wanting to make any decisions for themselves, always look to others for approval, etc.
You also may be having more of an issue with pot than you think. I agree that it often makes people less motivated, and if you continue to have some ambition to do things then that may not be the particular problem. But - paranoia is very often a byproduct of smoking pot. But most important is the fact that you feel you can't function well without it. If you feel that you can't get by without it, then you have a problem.
I would recommend that you see a doctor, either your regular doctor or a psychiatrist. Or, if you prefer, you can seek help from a mental health professional like a psychologist or social worker. You say that you are cutting yourself - that is a sign that you need help. I've had patients tell me that they cut themselves to make sure that they were "real". Is that what you are doing?
Please take care of yourself. You can find a healthy place without the pot or the cutting. I wish you well. first of all i know its easier said but yo cant always care what other people think about u because the only opinion that matters is yours! Also u gotta realize that some people joke differently than others but either way dont take it personally, and maybe a doctor could help u with your problem. good luck Sounds Like a Mixture Of Anxiety & bipolar, I take st Johns Wort For Mine, Its Great, You Can Buy it At most drug stores, Try to keep off Caffine To,
http://www.anxietytribe.com/ Dear Amelia,
It is too bad that everything had to be LABELED as a disorder these days.
Taking things too personally is something that you can overcome. It may not be easy, and it may seem like you are standing alone sometimes but try to think of what is going on: Where do you feel things firt? In your stomach? Head? Throat? All of these things are signs of what is going on, and what you need to do to help yourself.
First off, when someone says ANYTHING about you, or does something directed AT you, it usually doesn't have anything to do with you at all. It is a projection of what they are going through, and their own reality!
In other words, it is a projection of HOW THEY FEEL ABOUT THEMSELVES. And the same goes for us, when we are putting people down, talking behind their backs, it says a lot about us! And what we feel about ourselves!
Secondly, don't make assumptions about what someone else is saying! If you can stop making assumptions about things, and realizing that none of us can tell the future, or what someone may do, life would be easier, an all of us. For one, if we don't make assumptions about others we will stop a LOT of drama!
Third: Always say what you mean and ask for clarification when you don't understand something! This way you will avoid disagreements, and things will flow smoother. Never gossip about others, or say negative things about your self!
Fourth: always do your best!! And understand that your best will change from moment to moment! It will be different when you are sick as apposed to healthy. But as long as you do your self you will avoid self regret, self judgement and self abuse.
There are a lot of "disorders" out there, and if you feel you have to have one placed on you, I am sure that someone will be more then willing to give you a label so that they can use your "disorder" to continue treating you!
If you want to make your life easier, and more manageable, then just start to change your thinking, and follow the easy steps that I have put forth!
As for your cutting, that is serious! And should be talked over with someone who can help you. It is a release that you have learned because you don't have or don't trust anyone with your feelings! PLEASE: TALK TO SOMEONE and if you feel like cutting, STOP, And ask yourself this "am I comfortable? Angry? Lonely? Tired? Hungry? And if one of these or something else apply, first take care of that need, then move on to the next need! You are a valuable person and have valuable needs.
as for the pot, I won't try to convince you of something you won't believe, but you have already closed in on the problem with your own answer. (What you asked ppl NOT to say!!) |
