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Posted 12/19/2012 7:20 PM (GMT 0)
Hi there,

I have started having panic attacks that led to anxiety for 9 months. It got worse so I eventually went to talk to my doctor. I was put on 5mg 3xs daily then they decided to take me off it to 5MG 4xs daily of valuim. Ive not been reduced to 5mg 1 time daily (one half in the morning and another half at night) and am on 150 of Zoloft. I find that I can't go anywhere without taking half of a valuim, even though i've come along way of taking xanax and valuim i just feel like i need it to go places or i worry even though its just a half i take in the morning and half at dinner. Has anyone had this? I am almost going to be completly off the valuim and am worried that ill start panicing lost again or not be able to go out anymore like i was in the begining, but then i remind myself that im basically taking nothing for valuim. Im just nervous..

Posted 12/19/2012 7:48 PM (GMT 0)
you just have to remind yourself that the fear is your ego speaking. It's nothing but crap. This is a hard thing to do but when you feel the crazy coming, try some mindfull breathing, call your ego out. When your ego says you need valium to go out, you just have to remember that you don't need the valium. You are a positive bundle of light deep inside. ;)
Posted 12/19/2012 9:06 PM (GMT 0)
Congratulations on your weaning so far...it is hard work to reduce your meds

Often times a psychological dependency can happen, and it can be as strong as a physical one!

I would recommend taking the going out again in really small steps. Remind yourself that every journey out...even if it is just to the corner store and back is a victory.

Every day that you make progress will help your confidence to grow.. If you have learned some self-calming techniques, then use them before during and after your challenging obstacles, such as going somewhere that makes you nervous. (if you need some good self-help ideas, check out the Resources!)

I wish you the best.:) Let us know of your progress okay?

S.C.
Posted 12/20/2012 6:36 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Brittany and welcome :)

I fully agree with what S.C. just said. Small steps, small victories is a more sustainable approach in managing your anxiety.

2 years ago I was placed on xanax, klonopin and lexapro. After about 4 months I decided to taper off from the klonopin and eventually xanax. I did it slowly and even when I was able to stop daily use of xanax and klonopin, I still bring it with me wherever I go. Its become some sort of security blanket. Do I intend to do this forever? I dont know, all I know at this point in time is I believe going slow and being gentle with myself is a better recipe in the long run, and oh yeah i think that this "new" approach to self is mkaing me an overall happier person. I am still on 7.5mg daily use of lexapro.

Take Care!
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