To help the friends, family and partners of those suffering anxiety, the friends and family blog forum was created. The people who support their loves one with anxiety have a tough job. Anxiety, depression, ptsd, and other stress related conditions are painful. These conditions not only hurt the people who are directly afflicted, but also the closest people around them. Anxiety creates a tremendous strain on family and friends in trying support those who are directly suffering. In fact, it is common for friends and loved ones closest to their person battling emotional issues to be impacted with anxiety of their own. There is a great deal of information available for those that are directly suffering (See Anxiety Post), some good some not, but unfortunately there is very little for those in supporting roles.
The recovery of people going through anxiety, depression can be greatly influenced by those around them. Positively or negatively. Our actions, demeanor and level of understanding can make a huge difference in recovery. Being the support person is an important job but it is not an easy one. Caregivers have a lot to carry in helping not only those struggling with anxiety, but in many situations the rest of the family. Unfortunately, most often we carry this weight alone and get little support. This is detrimental to everyone.
Support for the Supporter
Those who support those suffering from anxiety related conditions need help. We need help understanding what our loved ones are going through. Help knowing how we can best support not only the sufferer, but the entire family. Lots of help in strategies to maintain a positive relationship through the struggles. Most of all though, help in keeping our own heads above water.
The purpose of this platform is to provide information, strategies, routines and mechanisms to help cope while supporting their loved one. We have been through it. I have seen the suffering of my loved one and suffered with her. It was not easy, but with God’s blessing we got through it. Life is so much better now. It will be for you too. Have faith.