Posted by Leonardo on January 26, 2001, at 5:58:00
In reply to Re: Any UK people out there, please?, posted by Lisa Simpson on January 25, 2001, at 10:56:08
Lisa
I can email you details of my psychiatrist if you like - mail me at leonardo_da_vinci@my-deja.com with your email address.
As Glyb says, in the end you have to get to the root of the things that sre giving you problems and sort them out, but you do need some help first!
Re the panic attacks, I found that the herbal remedy valerian was moderately effective for me as a temporary relief. It's not very strong, but may be worth a try (I use Valerina).
Good luck!
Leonardo> Hi everyone - thanks for your replies.
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> Glyn, when I read your post, it's almost as if you know me. It's so true. Like how did you know that I use my inhaler far more than I should? It's something that worried me, but I just couldn't help it. When I can't breathe, even though I know it's a panic attack and not asthma, I still find I need the inhaler - it helps. Psychologically, I guess.
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> You're right about the AA - I am an alcoholic. I have to be, with the amount of alcohol I drink. At least half a bottle of spirits a night, even starting to have a drink in the mornings to help start the day.
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> You say I have a great problem to solve, and only I can do it. You're right, but I still need help. I can't do it on my own. I just can't. What I really need is someone I can physically talk to... but that is not possible. As I said, my husband is less than sympathetic, and I know no-one else who would happily listen to my problems over the phone or in person on a regular basis!
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> Thank you for your advice - I really appreciate it.
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> Jahl, I would be very interested to hear more about your email consultant, if you wouldn't mind. That sounds interesting.
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> Hi Leonardo! I live in Surrey, too. Would you be prepared to let me have details of your psychiatrist to see if he would see me? If he's close enough, that is. (I live in Kingston upon Thames.) Thanks for all your advice. And you're right about the Simpsons - they are about the only thing that makes me laugh these days!
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> It always amazes me how people respond here on this site, and how kind they are, and how generous they are with their time. I really appreciate it. I just wish some of you lived a bit nearer, so I could talk in person!
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> Lisa
> (saxamaphone...)
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