Please, Help.

I am 16 year old, and I have been having these anxiety attacks. I never thought it was a big deal a year ago since it only happened maybe once a week, I thought it was normal. But around 2 months ago, they got worse and worse. I didn't want to tell my parent's because I like keeping to myself a lot of the time. But about a few days ago, I was in class and went to the bathroom because I had a terrible headache and when I got there my heart started beating faster and harder and I could barely breath and I kept shaking and started tearing up, worrying about everything that has happened to me and I was so confused and was having a hard time remembering things. I would of gone to my counselor but she was out sick, and my school does not have a everyday nurse. I had to go to the principal, and she noticed that I was having an anxiety/panic attack, called my mother and told me to do something to calm myself down. I did everything that calms me down normally, yoga, drawing, writing, talking to myself and listening to music. But none of that worked and I just felt like screaming and crying. Since that day, I have been shaking and my heart starts to beat faster and harder and I think about things I normally wouldn't and I have a piercing pain in my chest every couple hours everyday.

I also have been having these nightmares for the past month, causing me to sleep walk, which I have never done before, and also causing me to wake up around 1-3 am, terrified, shaking, heart beating fast... I have them every other night and I haven't told anyone.

I normally would not talk about this, but, I really am lost and confused and don't know what to do and need help or advice or something, please.

You are not alone. I used to have those panic attacks too, several time for the past 2 months. Sweaty palms, headaches, nausea, irregular fast heartbeat, you name it. I was so worried over every little things. Distracted and eventually caused my gpa to drop.

There are several things you can do about this. I think talking is one the best. Try expressing your thoughts or talk to someone (friends, family, etc) that you trusted about how you feel and whats been worrying you. Try not to keep it to yourself, its bad. Trust me, don't do that. Or you can write.start blogging (like me) or write a diary/journal. It helps a lot.

If you think its getting out of control, go talk to a counselor or a doctor. Sure they can help you. They may suggest some medications but that depends.

or find a book about how to overcome/control anxiety and read it.at least you'll get some ideas on how to deal with it.

I came here to this forum (and other forums as well) for help. Keep on posting. People here are very helpful, though.

Cheers. :)

Shironeko261,

Hello and a warm welcome to HealingWell.   I am Kitt.  I am sorry we are meeting under these circumstances but it makes me feel good to know you are reaching out for help with your anxiety.

There are an infinite number of human experiences that cause normal anxiety. Life offers us the experience of many anxiety-provoking "firsts" -- a first date, the first day of school, the first time away from home . AS we journey through life, there are many important life events.  These events can include things such as taking a school exam, getting married, changing job, coping with illness and many others.

Normal anxiety is intermittent and is expected based on certain events or situations. Problem anxiety, on the other hand, tends to be chronic, irrational and interferes with many life functions.  Avoidance behavior, incessant worry and trouble with concentration may all stem from problem anxiety.  These symptoms may be so intense that they cause family, work and social difficulties.

Everyone here in the forum is dealing with problem anxiety or they would not be posting and looking for support.

I have had Anxiety for 30 years but with the help of my family, friends here in the forum and my Dr. I have learned ways to deal wih my anxiety. Finding a good therapist who deals in anxiety focused therapy may be a good thing for you as well as some of the many things listed in our resources.

Here is a link to one site that you may find very helpful.

Information on A/P Medication

http://www.helpguide.org/mental/anxiety_medication_drugs_treatment.htm

Again welcome aboard and keep on talking to us.

Kindly,

Kitt