Should I resort to medication for my anxiety?

Question: I always try to naturally fix my problems but my anxiety has been going on for over two years now and its getting worse. I exercise about 5 times a week which consists of weight lifting, running about 3 miles, biking, elliptical, and other gym equipment. I have been exercising regularly for 3 years. I have had no positive effects from exercise other than my body toning up and losing some weight. I do not feel 'happier' or have less anxiety at all which people suggested would be a sure thing to work. I tense up my muscles all of the time, grind my teeth, and having anxious or racing thoughts and a racing heart beat. What can I do to get rid of this!? is medication the answer?

Answers:
Meditation and yoga are good for stress and anxiety, and so is biofeedback. Biofeedbback helps you to learn to calm your body's response to stress and anxiety down. Many psycologists can help you with that, and are always eager to help patients see the benefits from it.

If these dont work, you should consider medicines. I understand the reluctance to trying meds, but sometimes symptoms of anxiety can really interfere with everyday life and medication can really change that. There are many meds that can reduce your symptoms without causing sleepiness or unpleasant side effects. The key is tlaking honestly with the doctor, and trying a few to find what works best for you.

You obviously are hardworking and determined to try positive steps towards combating your anxiety symptoms I really think biofeedback would help you, because you are in tune with your body and probably willing to put effort into it.

I wish you the best of luck.

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Why are you so reluctant to try medicine? If you don't like it you can stop.

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