I'm trapped and I don't know what to do anymore?

Go to your GP tell him you are very stressed and cant' cope any more and hopefully he will give you a 2 week sick note. That gives you 2 weeks to sort yourself out and take the imminent pressure off. You can then do something positive about taking on another job even if it doesn't pay the same as the one at the moment at least it would be a clean slate. As for your car, you really need to get into the habit of having a 'car fund' - saved money for the keep of your car for repairs as cars don't run on fresh air. Good luck

Okay, people get into a lot of stress no matter what they do. Students get pressued, teachers, business people, medical people, parents ... so there's no point of leaving your job and giving up on your dream to travel. Hold on there.

I think what you need is a break. Ask your head if you could go on leave for just a week or two to get things sorted out. Because everyone needs a vacation, you should, too. You sound like you really deserve one.

You should be able to separate your personal life from your career. During your breaks and free time, find time to do things you want to do. You know, the things you're fond of doing. It should take your mind off from stress for a little while and hopefully, it wouldn't take a toll on your health like it is right now.

Hope this helps! Get well soon!

I really don't know what to tell you. I also feel trapped but for different reasons. I think that by what you are saying, it sounds like you can't go on like this anymore. You are saying that you will definitely crack up if you keep this job. So if you really can't cope with the stress I see no choice but to go back with your parents.. Maybe just for a while until you can get back on your feet.. I don't know what kind of situation you have in there, but perhaps you can get another job and still save money, since you will be in their house.

About the therapist, I would discuss this issue with him, that you've been seeing him for months now and you can't see any change. I mean, they won't magically help you, but they are supposed to at least help you deal with your everyday life.

It may sound like a dead end but you sound like a smart person who can find a solution to this. I hope you can take it slowly and see it as an opportunity to change. You won't 'crack up' if you handle this the right way.

I believe that health comes before career. It seems that the stress that comes with your job is seriously affecting your ability to cope, so it's advisable that you seek advice from your GP. If you're lucky enough to have family to help you, I would suggest speaking to them about your doubts as they will probably put you at more ease :)

Perhaps finding a new occupation is the key, in which case moving may be a good option. I know this is a very hard time for you, all my best wishes go to you and I hope you find yourself in a better place very soon :)

It seems like you are very unhappy where u are now. I would consider selling your car to get some extra cash, and maybe move back in with your parents. You will have family to talk to, you can save some money, and get a job that's not dealing with people like that because if you're stressed like that, it's not good to be around people who are also stressed! It'll drive you nuts! Good Luck and i hope this helps!

Sounds like you have a solution, you just need to make the decision to do it.

I know full well myself the effect stress can have on a person. I gave up my job 6 months ago and am in a whole better place now.

Its just a crap job and a crap car, move home, save money, travel the world, just think you are fantastic and can achieve anything you want!

Pack the job in because you cant make ends meet and the money you earn doesnt justify the stress levels.Move back to your parents house until you sort yourself out with a new job and try and find a rich man or rich woman depending upon which sex you are

right first of all give up being a f**king social worker i hate them!!

all they ever do is come in my life f**k me up even further

and leve again!!

there useless oh and my ex mate went ito care last year

they were giving her drugs getting her drunk and se was 13 for goodness sake

so give up the job anyway cos everyone you work with will have th same view as me and will try to make your life hell

go to your GP tell them your depressed stressed and would like some help he will recommend you to some counciling/psychiatrist clinics ill hel you get everything out of your system and be less stressed and if you want lots of money but elss stressful job become a hooker seriousley haha i would lol

i feel sorry for you cos i know how **** life is and what lengths you will go to ,to try and make yourself happy i went too too far and can't go back im now addicted to it and its so hard cos i cant tell no'one cos theyll put me in lock up and think im a freak or they wont give a s**t so please get some hel whilst you can before you go down the same road i did im still doing it now but i have no room left on me now tbh and if your wondering what im on bout add my msn ill tell you and we can talk about your problems xx

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Charma, being in the social work field myself I know where your coming from in terms of stress. I believe you are suffering from burn out.

It doesnt sound like you have a supervisor, if you have then I strongly suggest you get him/her to write a report to your employers of your condition and request burn out leave immediately. It is their job to keep you safe. I have a big question mark here.

If you havent, get one, it is a requirement that all social workers have one and they are there to keep your work ethics safe and keep an eye on this sort of thing.

Again, if you dont have one, go and see your Dr immediately or ask your therapist to write a report to your employers and request for burn out leave. I can't believe your therapist didnt pick this up. I have concerns about her/him practise.

Burn out is a common issue amongst social workers hence the Supervisor. Good luck Charma and hang in there. You just need a damed good rest and ask for at least 1 months paid leave or ask your Dr. Truly I'm not confident in your therapist or your Supervisor if you have one.

you sound like a time bomb. i'd go home to your parents are start over. quit. & while living with your parents find a part time job. & spend sometime going out and having some fun. until you find a job less stressful, that you really enjoy & switch to fulltime. and start from there.

i wish you luck(: