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Posted 7/16/2015 6:06 AM (GMT 0)
So my friends want to go camping next week, and I really really want to go, but I'm worried about having a panic attack out in the woods and far from civilization.
I tend to really worry about my health and I get scared when I feel like I can't get medical access easily.
Any tips for me? Or should I just suck it up and not go.
Posted 7/16/2015 6:11 AM (GMT 0)
Try not to think about too much or you will build anxiety up to that point. I would say wait till that day and see how you feel and let your friends now what's the situation so you feel more comfortable.
Posted 7/16/2015 6:27 AM (GMT 0)
My friends are aware of my situation. They said they were going to have a special "safe tent" for me if I start feeling anxious. It was a really sweet gesture. I'm just afraid of ruining their time though :/
Posted 7/16/2015 6:59 AM (GMT 0)
That's good to hear, I also have similar situations like you, I like to have an escape route in case I feel anxious. A lot of times I don't want to go out because I get anxious and I don't want to ruin my family's outing.
Posted 7/16/2015 7:54 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

It sounds like you have very supportive friends which is great that should give you some confidence in being able to go.

I think we all suffer with anticipatory anxiety before an social event but what I usually find is it is not as bad as I was thinking it would be and I am pleased I went.

Hibee
Posted 7/16/2015 9:38 AM (GMT 0)
Just a quick thought.....would it help if you were to find out ahead of time where the local hospital was?
Every community has one. Also I know many of the campgrounds i've stayed in, the local police patrol it and drive through the campground throughout the night.

If you looked on a map and saw it's proximity maybe that would ease your anxiety.
I know what you are going through. Always the turmnoil before doing something. It's horrible.
I've missed many an outing because of my "condition".

Only you will know if it's ok. Don't let the others talk you in to something that is beyond you.
It's perfectly ok to decline if need be. I know you really want to go in reality, but our reality comes
with a booby prize.

Hope I gave you something to consider.
Take care.
Linda
Posted 7/16/2015 4:44 PM (GMT 0)
Hi SJ,

I have been in the exact same situation! My husband likes to camp...and the more remote the better...we are not talking KOA, where there is help available within feet of your camper/tent!

So I have been challenged in the past, when I worried about the exact things you posted about...an attack or health episode...way up in the wilderness without immediate help available.

However, I found that everytime I took the risk and went...that my anxiety was nowhere to be found! I literally left it behind, and was caught up in the fun, work and beauty of the experience.:)

Using postive mantras, coping skills, and as LM mentioned...scoping out the nearest help/medical facility...just for peace of mind...will ensure you have a good time.:)

Let us know what you decide...and how we can support you!

S.C.
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