Hi everyone. I was on here last year when my mum died of lung cancer. I went into auto pilot mode as my sister was in a bad way and needed help. She couldn't even go out side to start with. I was basically her carer for 8 months until I began to struggle. I had 12 weeks of bereavement therapy but it didn't really deal with all the trauma that I had been through. Not just with my mum but also my uncle who died of cancer and my nan etc. I am now at a place where I am dealing with panic attacks triggered by loud noises. My dads on going heart problems. I have heart problems of my own which have been scary and I have recently hurt my back.
I feel like I am barely holding on. I have contacted my local charity to help with therapy but they have long waiting lists. My gp tried me on talking therapies but I didn't get on with it. I dont want to take antidepressants because last time I was on them I self harmed.
I feel like I am lost and I dont have any one to turn to. I do have family who help but I just want to run away.
Any help or advise would be great. I am not in any danger I am just feeling the wait of my current situation.
Thanks.
I am so sorry to hear what you are going through. You must be exhausted too supporting your sister and dad, whilst having your own health issues. I don't have any advice, but you say you have been on autopilot and now not so and that can be a big adjustment too. A few years ago my Dad died and I went on autopilot as I had to go into hospital for surgery just after he passed away and then recovery time. It was hard then to readjust and start coming to terms with what had happened with my Dad having been on autopilot.
All I know is that this forum does really help, I used it a lot earlier this year as my mum also passed away with lung cancer in April and it just helps me knowing that others understand. Sending you big virtual hugs xx
Lots of hugs. Take care of yourself. Try to spend some time looking after you. x
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