Veru,

Welcome to NeuroTalk.

I am sorry to hear of your injury. The symptoms you are experiencing are quite common. A psychiatrist is not likely the best doctor for a concussion. Do you have access to a neurologist or concussion specialist ? Does your university have a sports trainer/sports medicine department that helps athletes with concussions ?

For many, there is no way to recover without taking a break from studies or at least reducing the work load. Your brain needs a break from the stress of class and studying.

btw, You are not having 'generalized anxiety disorder' or panic attacks. You are having concussion related panic and anxiety symptoms. The concussion has changed how your brain processes thought and stimulus. Common anxiety treatments will only mask some symptoms but do nothing to help your brain heal. Benzos, the most common anti-anxiety drugs, are not good for a recovering brain. The other antidepressant meds are not much better for healing.

So, you should consider taking a break or at least reducing your class load. Avoid alcohol and caffeine and even consider starting a vitamin and supplement regimen like discussed in the Vitamins sticky at the top.

My best to you.