Anxiety

[ausi-chick]

ever since the age of 10, ive had ths problem. we used to have this teacher in grade 5 who was really scary, and i was completly terrified. this problem grew over the course of the year until it was out of my control. everytime the teacher would mention maths, i would vommit, and i would keep on doing so for the entire course of the year it was very embarassing to me. because of this i was not able to eat at school for 3 years until i forced myself to get used to the idea of eating. later around 2 years ago it came back, but for a different reason, what was not related to school. it was a social issue. it seemed that everytime i became stressed and had anxiety i would vommit.
and now it is back again, just because of fear, it is so hard for me because i cant eat in public places because there is a high chance my stomach cant take the food and i will vommit once more. i know it is to do with stress and worrying, but i just wish i could find away where i dont have to vommit, because it causes problems. my mum thinks i am bolimic because i cant hold food in, which im not. and i just want to feel good about myself, and not have to worry about not being able to hold food down

[MargoK]

I can totally relate to your problem -- I had it in high school. Unfortunately, I still suffer from extreme anxiety. You did not mention if you are in therapy. I would highly recommend this. It sounds like you are also suffering from extreme anxiety. Our earliest experiences often have a lasting effect and perhaps a therapist could help you sort those out.

Good luck to you!