Panic Disorder sucks

i know how you feel.

sometimes it's the small things that help.

just a few hours ago i read 3 words right under the nickname of the user wakkaoaka

Freedom = Life - Fear

i thought.. Wow. This is so ture!
and just for a moment i felt better.

didn't last too long, though. but what if i mangage to think about those words every day?
who knows...

I used to have horrible panic attacks,I changed my diet to a more healthier style and only surround myself with positive environments and people. I hate panic attacks. Anyway that has helped me I havnt suffered from one in so long I can't remember,fish oil is good too. Do not take any of the meds,I took ativan that shit created panic attacks,and the then i took 3 and ended up blacking out hahaha.that was the last time I took that shit.

People play a huge influnce in your mood,so if there is someone negative,then of course just leave them,I was once with a girl for 2 years,towards the end,she was the cause of my panic attacks,how do I know?

because when I left her,they stopped.

I wonder if someone is going to come in here,gather all the tips,and create a ebook hahaha. Working out helps alot too,everyday I run a mile in the morning.

I get those too.. and anxiety attacks... Xanax is the only thing that helps me...

this is amazing. I have the same thing. My main problem is breathing and hyperventilation, I can't seem to take control of that. And I neutralize my fears(understand them/stay prepared for the time it may occur). im open to suggestions as well.

I've had panic disorder for several years and tried all sorts of medicines and relaxation routines. The *only* medicine that has worked is Cymbalta, and I haven't had a panic attack in 8 months. I'd suggest you try it out if you haven't already.

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Proud of you and keep it up nothingisreal !

It's crazy how many people on this forum suffer from panic attacks. I have had them on and off for about 2 years now. I've been improving steadily through meditation. I wish you all the best of luck in your recoveries!

I find Xanax to be the best solution. I tried other meds over the years and nothing worked until a doctor finally had me try it. It's quick acting if you feel an attack coming on. I've gotten to the point now where I rarely need it, but will still take one before I fly or if I know I'm going to be in a stressful situation. Otherwise, just knowing that it will work if I do need it seems to give me enough confidence that I'm not worrying about it all the time. An SSRI, such as Paxil, might also help with anxiety and the depression that the anxiety can cause.

The meds that are now available are so much better than the stuff they prescribed years ago that just made you feel drugged out. Relaxation techniques, self-hypnosis, and other methods are useful, but I suggest you see a doctor and find out which meds might make a difference.

I hear you man. The only reason I'm part of the forum is because my panic/anxiety disorder has made it impossible to have a formal job. The worst part is I feel sicker every day due to unstable income and having trouble focusing on work.

Best wishes.

stevesdata said:

sorry to hear that bro.

this might sound silly but golf does wonders for my stress I feel sick if I dont play / get in fresh air for a while. I went through a period where I needed to drink frequently (not heavily) but a can or two each night to help relax. I had to cope with bereavement and some other bad stuff.

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Most understandable, and you're right about golf.

In my case? DISC GOLF. Yup. If you like to throw things(ha), find a disc
golf course in your area (usually FREE to play too - and what else is in
life these days?) ...and I'll usually bring my rotties w/ me for the walk.

To anyone interested, I recommend to check online for discs, get
some good long distance drivers (usually innova champion or star plastic,
ex. t-birds or valkyries at different weights), fairway drivers (I like EZ Glides
and ROCs), and putters (rhyno's, or 'super soft wizards'), and preferably 2
putters .... you'll need a heavy one for those windy days!!! Anyway, once
you nail that first hole in one ... I'll tell ya... something def changes in you,
been playing for about 5 years and the sport is really catching on now.

Going off a bit here, but take a spinning disc, a symbol of Nature, Life,
inherent in Universal/Galactic form ... and when you are out there walking
around and buzzing them there is this underlying micro/macro that easily
puts one in sync, albeit subconsciously, with the flow of everything.

Completely took away my PTSD after a lot of self-healing in my twenties.

The idea w/ panic attacks, as another poster said, is like the
example of conditioning in the dark. The key ingredient I have
found is to remove yourself from any environment that triggers
a negative reaction, even if you can get out once in a while at
first. Creating such a rhythmic bond and building those positive interactions, over time, will help to strengthen the emotional,
physical, and mental bodies - entraining those neural pathways
and your psyche to both heal and evolve our obviously limited
biological forms. Doesn't matter who you are, applies to all.

All the Best,

gb

I've tried a lot of pharma drugs but the best ones for me are effexor xr and seroquel at night. It really helps with the anxiety but makes me feel a bit drowsy for a couple of hours till i wake up properly.

I had a bout with the Anxiety/Panic Disorder thing back in grede 12.
One day, just out of nowhere I thought my heart was going to blow up.
Then I could barely be anywhere with fluorescent lights (trigger) for years.
Still to some degree today ( was at DMV ) it recurs, but I take my Rolaids
and then say "Oh, It's you again - I remember you - you're like my ex girlfriend
who just wanted to make my life horrible - all you want is attention
- so I will ignore you."


I find also that being inside, if I go to a solarium monthly to get exposed to UV abd Vitamin...uh...I think D from the UV rays ...wow, it really makes a difference.

I find that FALL ( end of summer ) is worst and RAINY DAYS are worst of those.

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