I think it's understandable that your anxiety has spiked. You've got so much going on right now, and anyone (even someone without a MH history) would feel stressed and anxious if they were facing those situations.
When do you see your psychiatrist?
I've had big spikes in my anxiety before, where day to day I'd be on the verge of a panic attack, having panic attacks, being so tense and couldn't stop worrying constantly. But they've always passed after a few days/week. It helps me to re-visit coping skills and therapy skills for dealing with the anxiety. Do you have anything to use to refresh your memory?
In addition to that, I've been prescribed pregabalin for my anxiety. I've been taking it since last October and it has really helped my anxiety. Perhaps you could mention it to your psychiatrist. I do still experience anxiety on it but it's like it has been dampened down and is easier to deal with.
Your body thinks it's trying to do you a favour (fight or flight) so don't try to fight it. Instead work with your body, use coping and distraction skills, and trust that this will pass.
Relaxation on a regular basis is also very effective!
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