sc..i have a question

Keep up with the CBT!!! It does take time, so if you have just started, try and be patient. Results typically take up to 10 weeks for a noticable change to start happening.

I have definitely improved (CBT really helped me conquer the panic attacks!) but as anxiety is a chronic condition, I still have to work at it...and at times I still struggle.

I use positive mantras and self-talk all of the time. I also do breathing exercises often. I exercise and try to eat well...get enough sleep...all of the general healthy stuff.

I stay away from negative triggers. No reading/watching media that has to do with illness/disease, ect...it will just set me off.

If I hear about something that does trigger me, I review my CBT material, or go to our Anxiety/Panic Resource Guide (main page 2nd post) and download a CBT worksheet, so that I can work through my worries with purpose...rather than just letting the negative/scary thoughts circle around in my head!

It is a process, and it takes time, practice and effort, but you can get there.:)

Thanks for the good question...it is a good reminder for myself...and may help others with the same concerns!

Keep up the good work:) Keep posting and reading...that is another thing that has helped me tremendously!!! HW ROCKS!

S.C.