Hi Rick, I understand what you are feeling right now, i'm 38 years old and it was difficult for me at the beginning. But you will learn each day how to cope with it, with the experiences you will live each day and with some help and tips from the wonderful people here on the list. As soon as you get started on medication, you will see the big help it can brings you on your day to day life. If you need any help, please don't hesitate. Denis Rocheleau