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Posted 4/2/2019 8:38 PM (GMT 0)
Hey everyone,

It has been a while and I have been lurking but just not posting. I recently had a panic attack out of nowhere recently and through me for a loop. Ive had trouble sleeping, eating, and just feel like I cant understand the time of day? If that makes sense. I feel really worried and I dont have all the supportive surroundings I used to have. Before I used to be able to see a Psychologist for 15 bucks a session but now living in a state with high deductible it costs about $110. This really sucks sad. Im trying my breathing and will go and exercise tonight but I just have a really unnerving feeling in my stomach.
Posted 4/3/2019 9:47 PM (GMT 0)
Hi AK and welcome back...

...although I am sorry it is due to a challenging time for you currently. It IS really hard when you have had some reprieve...and then suddenly an attack comes on out of right field. :/

Yeah, work your self help for now. Pick up some fresh techniques through online sources or new books...and of course put those tried and true exercises to work as you mentioned!

As for finding affordable therapy in your area...have you looked into the possibility of either group or SKYPE sessions? This could be the cost friendly alternative you seek...?

Of course know you can always come here for encouragement and support as well. We will do our best to help you through the rough spots along the journey.

Talk soon,

S.C.
Posted 4/4/2019 8:25 AM (GMT 0)
Hi

Welcome back.

Sorry to hear you have had the return of your anxiety/panic I have had the same so can relate.

Try Mindfulness Meditation if you haven't already as this is really effective but takes a bit of practice. SC idea of group therapy is a good one and worth speaking to your doctor about getting a referral.

Keep us posted.

Hibee
Posted 4/4/2019 5:48 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you S/C & Hibee,

I think the single biggest thing that I hate about this anxiety is the feeling of dread? Do you folks get that? I dont know how to explain it but it feels like nothing is real and that im going crazy. It instantly makes me not want to do anything (watch a favorite show,eat, do things I normally like to do). The sleep part is the worst as I get up and have those feelings as well and that keeps me awake. I just feel so at the end of the rope after battling this for 5 years already.
Posted 4/5/2019 4:30 PM (GMT 0)
AK,

You are going through an acute period with the anxiety atm...but with continued use of your coping skills and finding an affordable therapy option, things will improve again. Look forwards toward progress and better times. You will come out of this flare stronger than you were before.

S.C.
Posted 4/6/2019 5:52 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks S/C,

Its just so hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Been having a real hard time sleeping and its been getting to me now that ive been getting up everyday at 3am on the dot and cant fall back asleep. I hope Ill go back to normal? Or am I stuck in this state sad
Posted 4/10/2019 4:54 PM (GMT 0)
How are you doing currently AK?

You are definitely not stuck...just in a temporary holding pattern. It happens to all of us. Keep working your program and you'll get back on track again.

Try to be patient with yourself and the process.

S.C.
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