I am new to the group and am suffering from anxiety disorder and depression. I have not cried yet today but feel it is inevitable. I am looking for answers like anyone who suffers from this terrible illness. Although I know it is me who has isolated myself from the world. I don't want to stay this way. It is affecting my health. I'm afraid and worried all the time. I'm sure I'm not the only person who feels this way but right now I feel so alone.
I just recently finished EI sickness benefits. They do give 15 weeks coverage. There are extensions under particular circumstances if you meet the criteria. It's unfortunate that you have no work coverage. And I do understand the stressful environment you were working in as my son just finished a job and was in the industry for 7 years. I too could not handle work. Could not concentrate and it was affecting my job performance. Totally get it. But try the Service Canada Web site for assistance. Hope this helps. All the best.
This is very familiar to me as I work in a very stressful environment and would love to change my job. Problem is it is specialized work and not too many positions within the Corporation are even similar. I am too on long term disability due to anxiety and panic disorder combined with depression. Not sure where I'm headed but I will be listening in and taking in as many tips as I can get to help me through this illness. My goal is to get back to work and feel good about it.
With a loving family and nothing major in particular today. I am extemely low. Much of this is due to guilt I have created for my self for taking time of work to deal with my depression. It makes out financial situation more difficult which in turns creates more stress and anxiety. I feel I can't win!
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for my self for taking time of work to deal with my depression. It makes out financial situation more difficult which in turns creates more stress and anxiety. I feel I can't win! 
