My daughter, who is a college student, bought this program several months ago. Recently she had a relapse of her GA and very much depressed. I tried to encourage her to start the program. But she refused. Why dosen't she want to do this even she knew it can help her.

Change is scary. Even though anxiety is terribly painful, your daughter is getting something out of staying that way. I'm sure she doesn't realize it right now, but as she works through the program, she will come to see that.

Anxiety and depression is the way she knows how to live. She may be afraid that if she tries the program, it won't work and then she'll have no hope. She may be afraid that if she tries the program, everyone will expect too much from her and she won't be able to live up the their (or her)expectations.

I would suggest talking to your daughter about it. Ask her why she is reluctant to begin. Reassure her that there is hope. (I had to go through the program several times to get the full benefit. I also used counseling and medication.) Tell her that she doesn't have to change anything until she's ready.

I know this is hard for you, too, so take good care of yourself.

thanks a lot, Julie!

One other thing, after her recent relapse, my daughter started acting like a child, and sleeps a lot, over 16 hours a day. When she's awake she eats and watches TV or movie video. I understand that it could be because she was depressed. But she's been like that over four weeks now! She canceled her doc's appointment too. I really don't know how to deal with this. She's over 21-year old so that I cann't force her to see the doctor any more.

Any more advices?

Well, its possible your daughter is not accepting the fact she is having anxiety or depression.. She might be in denied.. Just like when people are AA its hard to help them unless they are willing to get help! same thing for anxiety and depression.. They need be one who need willing and want get help. Its very hard..

I dont blame you because its very hard to watch her. But what I can suggest is you to try to sit down with your daughter, explain to her what you noticed and suggest her to get in program. or get her to see counselor.. Dont force her... try encourage her see how it goes.

Maybe you could do research about anxiety and depression then share with your daughter what you know and notice with your daughter.