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Posted 12/4/2010 10:39 PM (GMT 0)
I'm 20 years old, and new to the idea of being perscribed medication. I worked the midnight shift at my job recently, and I was responsible for training new employees. I am confident in the training, as I've been doing it for 3 years. All of a sudden, I was shaking and couldn't sit still and anxious. I felt like I looked like a fool in front of the trainee. I wanted her away from me, and for no reason. I felt like I was going to scream, and I couldn't figure out why. I had fantom pains in my arms and legs, and my chest was so tight I thought I'd brake a rib! My breathing seemed to be struggled. My head was thick with pressure. I was just recently perscribed medication for it, but that did not work. This has been happening to me for the past 8 months, about once or twice a month. Recently, it's happened twice a week. I'm so afraid and nervous, and I cannot find any peace! Please help!
Posted 12/5/2010 1:38 AM (GMT 0)
LittleGirlBelle
Welcome to HealingWell. Your sx do fall into the anxiety and panic disorders. I know how scary and upsetting it can be to feel like you are feeling as most of us here in the forum have had the same things happen to us.

I am wondering what medication you were given and if you have returned to your Dr. in the past 8 months ?

Breathing exercises are a wonderful way to learn how to control anxiety, reduce stress, and promote relaxation. Studies have shown that anxiety sufferers tend to breath shallowly and from their chest. Learning to breathe deeply and from the belly can bring great relief and control to anxious individuals.

Focus on your breathing. Take a couple of dozen belly breaths and just focus your mind on your inhaling and exhaling. Breathe in through your nose and out through you mouth.

Leave the past in the past and let the future take care of itself. don't over-think what is going on. Just look around you and see where you are and know you are ok.

Welcome to our world, there are many of us and we are all here to help you.

Gentle Hugs

Kitt
Posted 12/5/2010 2:38 AM (GMT 0)

Thanks for the breathing tip. I had a few experiences, like unplugging all the appliances because I was just sure a fire would happen. Also, I'd get so worked up at night that I'd cry and need the fan, TV, or some background noise. I got tired of the attacks occurring when I couldn't identify why... like at a stop light. My heart would beat out of his chest, and I'd think someone was wrong inside me. I told these things to my Doctor, and she prescribed me 10 mg a day of Paroxetine. She later increased it to 15 mg when it wasn't getting better. I think I'm going to call her and perhaps switch to a new medication, because this isn't working. It's becoming frequent at work now, and more so at home. No one should have fear in their own home, with their family.

Posted 12/5/2010 2:54 AM (GMT 0)
Have you ever talked with your Dr. re seeing a therapist. I have a great therapist and she has help me work through my anxiety and depression. REmember you have anxiety, anxiety does not have you.
I wish you peace,

Kitt
Posted 12/5/2010 4:46 AM (GMT 0)
Hi LGB, and welcome. I am so sorry that this is happening to you. Anxiety and panic can leave you feeling angry, alone, confused, frustrated, exhaused and depressed. We know exactly how you are feeling, so know that you are not alone, and have found a fantastic place for information and support.
I have been where you are now. I was in a panic cycle, with the attacks increasing in number and getting closer together. I did seek help by going to my dr. and getting a referral for therapy. It took time, but with hard work and patience, I am now panic attack free, and able to manage my anxiety well.
You deserve to be able to do the things you need to do with confidence at work, and enjoy your liesure time too! I hope that you can find the right medication, and that you will consider seeking therapy.
Post anytime that you have a question, want to share, or just need some support:)
Take care,
Scaredy Cat
Posted 12/5/2010 5:03 AM (GMT 0)
LittleGirlBelle, we are all here for you a thousand percent. Hang in there and hang around here with us, you'll feel better. Breathing exercises work really well, and I am being taught how to use positive self-talk to train my brain against being fearful all the time. I have panic attacks too, and also have PTSD and depression. Love you and remember, keep hanging with us!
Your friend,

Camylou
Posted 12/5/2010 7:02 AM (GMT 0)
wow, a lot of helpful tips already shared here..hope it helps lessen your attacks Belle..understanding your condition would somewhat help lessen the intensity and frequency of your attacks...

take care...
Posted 12/5/2010 3:02 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you all! It's nice to know I'm not the only one. I've been trying to explain the feelings I get to my fiancée, and I think he's understanding better with time.

It took me a very long time to build up the courage to talk to my Doctor about this, and she told me I had the option of therapy. Just the thought of that makes me uncomfortable and edgy. I know that it's not worth suffering, and that I should go. I'll have to think about it a while before that becomes a reality.

I'm glad I found this place, It's a peaceful feeling.

Posted 12/6/2010 4:25 AM (GMT 0)
I'm glad we can all be here for you, and each other. Makes the world less a scary place.
Camylou
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