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Posted by Dr. Bob on July 8, 2003, at 22:48:51
In reply to Panic Disorder, posted by Misti on July 6, 2003, at 0:00:07
>
> hello,
>
> First time posting here. I've been looking all over the
> net trying to educate myself before I go to a doctor. I've been
> having some panic attacks. I've had 3, but inbetween it's all about
> when the next one will hit. I can barely go out anymore without having
> some form of anxiety. I've read about alot of meds, and I just wanted
> some advice. If you've had panic attacks, or general anxiety disorder and
> are currently on a medicine that has helped you out alot, could you please
> let me know? I'm not depressed, it's more about the anxiety. I've always
> been a worrier, but needless to say it's gotten alot worse.
>
> I don't want to jump into meds that will only make things worse. let's
> just say family memebers who are on certain meds, make me worry about whether
> or not they do anything at all. Some of the saddest, anxious people I know
> are on some sort of medication, and I really want to avoid that.
>
> So any advice, or help would be very much appreciated. I'm just tired
> of being scared all the time.
>
> Thank you,
> misti
Posted by male34 on July 9, 2003, at 6:57:45
In reply to Panic Disorder « Misti, posted by Dr. Bob on July 8, 2003, at 22:48:51
i suggest pro help see a real doc a p-doc
Posted by KimberlyDi on July 10, 2003, at 9:12:19
In reply to Panic Disorder « Misti, posted by Dr. Bob on July 8, 2003, at 22:48:51
Misti,
Glad you found your way here. There are several Anti-Depressants (AD's) that help with Anxiety tremendously. Benzo's help with anxiety also but they can be habit-forming. I have an addictive personality so I couldn't go the Benzo route. AD's are officially non-habit forming THOUGH you need to taper off gently when planning to stop. Paxil and Effexor are the AD's that help with anxiety that *I* have experience with. They both work. Side Effect's (SE's) are the kicker. Everyone has a different experience. You'll be apprehensive from reading the negative posts. Remember that mainly people having problems with SE's seek out this website. The ones having no problems are out there happily living their lives. There are many success stories posted on here. You could be the next.
Good Luck, Kim> > hello,
> >
> > First time posting here. I've been looking all over the
> > net trying to educate myself before I go to a doctor. I've been
> > having some panic attacks. I've had 3, but inbetween it's all about
> > when the next one will hit. I can barely go out anymore without having
> > some form of anxiety. I've read about alot of meds, and I just wanted
> > some advice. If you've had panic attacks, or general anxiety disorder and
> > are currently on a medicine that has helped you out alot, could you please
> > let me know? I'm not depressed, it's more about the anxiety. I've always
> > been a worrier, but needless to say it's gotten alot worse.
> >
> > I don't want to jump into meds that will only make things worse. let's
> > just say family memebers who are on certain meds, make me worry about whether
> > or not they do anything at all. Some of the saddest, anxious people I know
> > are on some sort of medication, and I really want to avoid that.
> >
> > So any advice, or help would be very much appreciated. I'm just tired
> > of being scared all the time.
> >
> > Thank you,
> > misti
>
Posted by amy_oz on July 14, 2003, at 3:09:39
In reply to Re: Panic Disorder « Misti » Dr. Bob, posted by KimberlyDi on July 10, 2003, at 9:12:19
Hi Misti,
I just wanted to say that there are a number of options you can take when dealing with panic disorder or any kind of anxiety disorder. I went through a phase last year when I was constantly in a state of severe anxiety and having several panic attacks a day. In regards to medication,I chose not to go down the benzodiazapine route (ativan etc) as I had watched some of my friends become addicted to them.I got better with a low dose meds including celexa ( an ssri)as a more long term option + seroquel (an atypical antipsychotic) for the first few weeks. Admittedly this combo was developed after a few misfires but it takes time to find whats best for you.
Another incredibly important treatment I had during this time was therapy specifically geared towards anxiety and panic disorder. It really helped to know what was happening inside the body during a panic attack, for example, you can stop the build up to a panic attack by controling your breathing and walking at the same pace as your breathing.
I also learnt how to desensitize myself to panic causing situations. Meditation also helps.I can safely say now that I don't think I will suffer from panic attacks again, but hey, if on the off chance they come back, I have sure fire methods for shrugging them off.
I hope you are feeling a bit better today. Panic attacks are ghastly. I wish you well in your search for better health.
Regards
Amy
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