Hi everyone,

I’m not sure if this is the right place to post this, but lately I’ve been crying over the smallest things and constantly worrying about everything, which has been negatively affecting my mood (more irritable, feeling down, etc.) It feels like I can burst into tears at any time and it especially happens when I have more difficult or serious conversations.

I feel like such a burden to my family and boyfriend. My boyfriend is the most supportive and loving guy and is always so patient with me when I have these random crying outbursts. But I am worried he will eventually get fed up and leave me. My mom is more of the “tough love” type and told me if I don’t get my emotions together, I will ruin my relationship and will never be capable to care for anyone else (spouse, future pets or children). Of course this made me upset and caused me to worry even more about the future.

I plan to see my family doctor and try to get a referral for a therapist but in the meantime I am wondering if what I am experiencing is considered a form of anxiety, depression, or both? I have never talked with a therapist or doctor about mental health related issues so I wanted to have a general idea of what is to be expected when I finally talk with someone.

I apologize if this post is kind of all over the place, I’m just not in a good headspace right now and just needed to write this all out.

Thanks in advance for any feedback or advice you may have :)