Marathon Issues

[onetruething]

Was at the finish line on Monday with my kids and watched the bombs go off. I also have connection to Martin & his family, but trying not to give any identifying info. I cannot sleep and keep crying at random points through the day- not constantly. I am terrified that my husband is leaving for a business trip tomorrow.

Some of this is normal, but I don't know how much. At what point do I call a doctor? Should i give it a week? Two? I've struggled with anxiety in the past, but have been doing great lately. My old counselor would probably see me, but appointments take a while to get. Should I start with primary care?

I appreciate any advice. Thanks.

[drloretta]

My understanding is they're having grief counselors at his school this week. I'd start there.

I'm so sorry

[LoveTrains]

Your reaction is absolutely normal - but I wouldn't help in getting help to work through these issues.

I am so sorry that you were there and had to experience this.

[5kcandlesinthewind]

How terrible. I agree withe everyone else - it's definitely worth trying to speak with a counselor. Do you/does your husband have an EAP through work? You may want to start there.

[pinkroses]

I'm so sorry you're going through this.  I think what you are feeling is normal and to be expected, but that doesn't mean you should delay calling a counselor if you feel like you need some help.  I would try your old counselor to see if you can get in soon, as well as some of the suggestions from previous posters (EAP, grief counselors at the school).  It can't hurt to have someone to talk things out with, and hopefully it will help.

[5kcandlesinthewind]

onetruething, Boston Magazine has a list of counseling resources available:

www.bostonmagazine.com/health/blog/2013/04/17/boston-counseling-services/

[magdala]

Now. The time to get counseling is now. Your instincts are spot on. Your reactions are normal. And this event is just too overwhelming to try to go it alone. I find myself crying in reaction to the news stories and I wasn't there with my children.

[Awkward]

I think you've gotten some really good advice so far. You're definitely not alone, and your anxiety and reactions sound completely appropriate for what your family has been through. Please don't wait to get help for yourself or your children. I'm sure they've picked up on your feelings too. I found out earlier today that my parents have a (presumably less intimate) connection to the Martin family as well. Try and take good care of yourself while you're sorting through your feelings and getting some help.