4meAndyou · F
Poor Joel. He is coping with a LOT of stuff, and I guess sometimes he just collapses under the weight of it.
I WOULD like to caution you about handing out your pills, (and nose spray), so freely. YOU are going to run out. I know it seems like the thing you have to do at the time...but handing out your meds to other people could potentially be dangerous to them and/or to you. Doctors frown on that, for the reason I mentioned.
Naturally, it would be best if Joel talks to his doctor about his anxiety, as you mentioned that he WILL, and gets his OWN anti-anxiety meds. That way, YOU are not going to run out.
I WOULD like to caution you about handing out your pills, (and nose spray), so freely. YOU are going to run out. I know it seems like the thing you have to do at the time...but handing out your meds to other people could potentially be dangerous to them and/or to you. Doctors frown on that, for the reason I mentioned.
Naturally, it would be best if Joel talks to his doctor about his anxiety, as you mentioned that he WILL, and gets his OWN anti-anxiety meds. That way, YOU are not going to run out.
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Here's what ChatGPT says:
It sounds like you did a really good job supporting Joel through what must have been a scary and exhausting experience for both of you. A few important things to note, though:
Helping in the moment: What you did—staying calm, helping him ride it out, and noticing it didn’t last as long this time—are all positive steps. Grounding techniques (like focusing on breathing slowly, noticing things around you, or holding something textured) can sometimes help too.
Medical guidance: Since Joel already has an appointment this week, that’s the right next step. His doctor can help sort out whether medication, therapy, lifestyle changes, or a combination might be best for him.
About sharing medication: I do want to flag that giving him one of your anxiety pills isn’t considered safe. Even if it seemed to help, different medications affect people in different ways, and doctors prescribe based on specific health factors (like blood sugar, blood pressure, or interactions with other meds). It’s best to wait for his doctor to prescribe something suited to him.
For you: It makes sense that you feel uneasy about Joel thinking he has to “keep an eye” on both the kids and you. You’re clearly very aware of his stress load, and your awareness is an important strength. Taking a little time to check in on your own well-being is important too—you don’t have to carry all of this alone.
It sounds like you did a really good job supporting Joel through what must have been a scary and exhausting experience for both of you. A few important things to note, though:
Helping in the moment: What you did—staying calm, helping him ride it out, and noticing it didn’t last as long this time—are all positive steps. Grounding techniques (like focusing on breathing slowly, noticing things around you, or holding something textured) can sometimes help too.
Medical guidance: Since Joel already has an appointment this week, that’s the right next step. His doctor can help sort out whether medication, therapy, lifestyle changes, or a combination might be best for him.
About sharing medication: I do want to flag that giving him one of your anxiety pills isn’t considered safe. Even if it seemed to help, different medications affect people in different ways, and doctors prescribe based on specific health factors (like blood sugar, blood pressure, or interactions with other meds). It’s best to wait for his doctor to prescribe something suited to him.
For you: It makes sense that you feel uneasy about Joel thinking he has to “keep an eye” on both the kids and you. You’re clearly very aware of his stress load, and your awareness is an important strength. Taking a little time to check in on your own well-being is important too—you don’t have to carry all of this alone.
Justmeraeagain · 56-60, F
I hope you don't take this the wrong way, but you should not share your medicine with anyone if he needs anti-anxiety pills he should be getting his own.
The pills that you have been prescribed are for you and are based on your weight,health, and your situation.
I strongly advise he sees a healthcare professional and gets his own prescription.
The pills that you have been prescribed are for you and are based on your weight,health, and your situation.
I strongly advise he sees a healthcare professional and gets his own prescription.