bad anxiety, no apparent reason for it?

[Emmabob.]

I feel ok, mentally at least but I have the worst (physical) anxiety I could imagine. I don't know what to do to settle it with not knowing whats causing it when I feel fine. can anyone else relate? or have any tips on dealing with it? its driving me round the bend.

[lottybear]

Emma how r u feeling today. Hope ur feeling alittle better
X

[Emmabob.]

gah, safer not to ask lol house is a **** up atm

[cloudedmind]

Hang in there girly xxxx

[startingagain]

Are you sure that your thyroid is ok? That can cause terrible anxiety for no apparent reason. If it isn't my CP tried to teach me self hypnosis.

[Emmabob.]

t'was ok when i had it checked, but hasnt been done in about a yr or so.

[startingagain]

Ask to get your thyroid antibodies checked. Also find out what your levels are. In the UK the threshold for diagnosis is a lot lower than the US. Probably due to the free medication you get as a result.

[The War Doctor]

I have the same issue quite often, so if nothing else I can relate. I don't have much advice to offer, except to try some breathing exercises. I know it doesn't sound like much and can even feel a bit silly, but it does help me a little.

[crazykat]

It is hard to feel anxious but not know why, if anything sometimes I find not knowing why can actually make me feel more anxious. Have you tried any relaxation techniques? There are some good ideas of different relaxation techniques here.

[The War Doctor]

Also, if you're in the habit of drinking a lot of coffee or energy drinks, I'd advise you to try cutting back on the caffeine. Too much caffeine can cause symptoms very similar to anxiety.