I've never thought of myself as an anxious person before, but recently my doc told me I'm showing obvious symptoms of GAD. I've been given the option of trying meds if I want to, and I'll probably have an opportunity to talk to a mental health professional.

Since the visit I've been on the edge. Can't sleep, can't focus, all that jazz. Should I try medication? I keep thinking of how I should explain that to my girlfriend, or if I should just hide taking and having them altogether. She doesn't even know I've been to a doctor, let alone what they told me. How am i supposed to tell her this stuff?

I feel like I could try meds, I could try taking to a medical professional, but telling people in my life about this or having them find out feels impossible, threatening. How do I manage this feeling and navigate the situation?