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Posted 9/22/2014 2:38 PM (GMT 0)
Well I've not posted on here for almost two years, but I find myself back again I really thought I'd sorted myself out but my anxiety/depression is back with vengeance. I am so panicked and on the edge I don't know how I'm managing to function at work. I have just started taking Citalapram again so I suppose that it will take a few days to work but in the meantime I actually feel worse. Not sure why I'm posting to be honest perhaps because I can't really talk about this with anyone. I would appreciate it if anyone has any tips on what to do when the panic becomes overwhelming?
Posted 9/22/2014 3:05 PM (GMT 0)
Hey OJ,

Breathe... IN through the nose, OUT through the mouth. Called smelling the roses and blowing out the candles. It does bring anxiety down. Believe me, I have been doing it a lot lately.

Keep your mind centered in the now. Mindfulness. There is a site on our resource thread for mindfulness. org. It can really help. also moodgym. It is the first thread called Depression Resources.

I hope you can get the anxiety down. /Take a deep breath. Relax...

I hope that you feel better soon, and welcome back...

Hugs, Karen...
Posted 9/23/2014 6:08 AM (GMT 0)
oj, distractions...........any.i play music............esp after a shower. yes deep slow breaths. saying out aloud this will pass, i am okay. (in a soothing repetitive way) sending healing thoughts your way.
Posted 9/23/2014 5:47 PM (GMT 0)
welcome back,

Yes the breathing in 123 out 1234. the longer exhale naturally slows/calms the body and mind down.

Go the mens room and splash COLD water on your face. This is the divers response. Will bring your anxiety down a few nutches so you can control it.

Tell yourself you are safe, it is only emotions. Emotions can not hurt you. This is a truth.

Peace.
Trina
Posted 9/23/2014 6:30 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Joe...Absolutely, the meds can take a couple of weeks before they calm the little minion receptors in your brain.  DO give it time.  I understand the anxiety and panic attacks.  You've been given great suggestions, so I won't repeat.  If you can take a brisk walk during your breaks at work, you will find that you feel better also.

Meanwhile, just know that you are not alone.  We're all in this boat, whether we're rowing or desperately trying to plug the leak=)

Dixie

Posted 9/26/2014 2:44 AM (GMT 0)
this is a time for a benzo like ativan or better klonipin. ask your dr. sound like you are really in need
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