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Posted 1/17/2015 9:59 PM (GMT 0)
Hi everyone. I'm sitting here in a hotel room for work in the midst of yet another panic attack. It was so bad last night that I canceled a client dinner and made another excuse. I was diagnosed with PTSD/GAD in 2007 (after a really bad car accident) and have struggled off and on since. I figured I needed to join a group that understands this torture. I look forward to getting to know you all....
Posted 1/17/2015 10:00 PM (GMT 0)
You are with like minded folks who understand so you have come to the right place!
Posted 1/17/2015 10:04 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you!! Everyone I know associates anxiety with being "nervous". I'm not nervous, I feel like I'm going to die! It gives me hope to think there are others who understand.
Posted 1/17/2015 10:09 PM (GMT 0)
I Know exactly how you feel! Though I'm new to panic attacks I've always worried about things constantly. It seems to get worse though and not better. Right now I've convinced myself I have some sort of heart problem even though I've had 3 EKG's, a chest X-ray, and bloodwork done. This is truly a horrible way to live.
Posted 1/17/2015 10:12 PM (GMT 0)
Yes! I guess this is a common trait for us? Hypochondriacs? I was so dizzy last night that I was convinced that I was going to pass out in the bathroom and no one would find me. Awful. I'm so sorry so many people struggle like this!
Posted 1/17/2015 10:33 PM (GMT 0)
Catton,

Welcome! You will find many of us here are in the same boat! I, like Lisa, also have convinced myself that something is wrong with my heart, even though I've been to my doctor 3 times, the ER once, and a cardiologist twice and undergone blood tests, ekgs, stress test, xrays, and other stuff. Having a minor freakout today as my heart rate has been at around 105 bpm since I got to work a few hours ago, but it's probably just myself and that I keep thinking about it that keeps it that high. It really can be a pain in the butt, and I'm sick of worrying about it and just want to go back to normal. Gotta keep pushing through though! You will find so many of us here that are going through what you are, and that always helps.

Keep strong!
Posted 1/17/2015 10:33 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome :) You are in the right place. Everyone is very supportive and caring here.
Posted 1/17/2015 10:36 PM (GMT 0)
Zack, I've done the same...cardiologists, neurologists, ENT (for possible vertigo). Nothing. My thoughts are making me feel this way. Yet I can't stop them. Now,I worry about panic and am just in a vicious cycle.
Posted 1/17/2015 11:01 PM (GMT 0)
Remember where all human at the end of the day and stress is silent until your body and mind are affected,the only positive thing i can think of is to find better ways to deal with stress diet,exercise,hobbies,mindfullness,positive people,positive in others and enjoy the little things in life,,i myself went through it all and its both your body mind enviroment that all play a roll in life,,be kind to yourself to have strength for others,,and give yourself time to heal
Posted 1/17/2015 11:09 PM (GMT 0)
Remember where all human at the end of the day and stress is silent until your body and mind are affected,the only positive thing i can think of is to find better ways to deal with stress diet,exercise,hobbies,mindfullness,positive people,positive in others and enjoy the little things in life,,i myself went through it all and its both your body mind enviroment that all play a roll in life,,be kind to yourself to have strength for others,,and give yourself time to heal
Posted 1/17/2015 11:39 PM (GMT 0)
"Give yourself time to heal" is great advice. So often I want this to be OVER right NOW! One thing I have found is that it is easier to just allow time to pass...
Posted 1/18/2015 12:08 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you cattontobe im 33 and i never really understood what anxiety was until i took a meltdown in 2006,i think your faced with a lot of things wen your diagnoised,,denial anger shame weak and then stigma especially in my country,ive decided to accept and look at it in a positive way now,,ok its anxiety/depression panic its a challenge to me now and i ll find a way to cope its kind of a blessing to me now,because i know once i get through this nothing can harm me ever again
Posted 1/18/2015 12:34 AM (GMT 0)
Welcome, you've found a good forum to discuss you're anxiety. People really do seem to care here and sound sincere. This forum has helped me many nights when I'm losing it. Stick around and use it as a form of therapy.
Posted 1/18/2015 12:50 AM (GMT 0)
You're in the right place. I joined 3 months ago and my life and anxiety had gotten so much better from just being able to talk it out here.
Posted 1/18/2015 1:49 AM (GMT 0)
I'm so glad I joined already. My fiancé is wonderfully supportive, but sometimes I feel guilty continuing to lean on him. And really, you can't undertstand until you've been through it
Posted 1/18/2015 1:56 AM (GMT 0)
Totally agree. There's only so much sympathy and empathy you can have but people who have physically and emotionally and mentally been through it are the best to have as a support system. And we're here all hours of the day which is nice.
Posted 1/18/2015 2:52 AM (GMT 0)
Cattontobe,
Hi, welcome to the group. Pull up a chair and get comfy. It sounds like you are gonna fit in rather well...kindred souls and all.
Have you found the anxiety resources yet? They are on the main page at the top of the post titles.
Posted 1/18/2015 3:04 AM (GMT 0)
Daesin, yes! I've been reading them for the past hour.

Even though I feel like I am fairly knowledgeable on anxiety, sometimes just reading it over and over is calming. And of course knowing that you're not alone is pretty powerful.

My mom will be happy, too. I call her at least weekly so that she can convince me that I'm not dying!
Posted 1/18/2015 4:02 AM (GMT 0)

Hello and welcome!

You have received such wonderful support already, that I will just say 'hi', and let you know how glad I am to see you participating here in the forum!

Here also are some links that I have found the most helpful from our Resources...I hope you find them beneficial as well!

Health Anxiety - A Self Help Guide:

 

http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/hypochondria/pages/introduction.aspx

Helping health Anxiety

 

http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/infopax.cfm?Info_id=53

Health Anxiety- The Super Scanner

http://www.get.gg/docs/SuperScanner.pdf

Keep positng with us...we understand, care....and support is key!

Scaredy Cat


Posted 1/18/2015 4:04 AM (GMT 0)

...and more...:)

Self Help sites with breathing/relaxation exercises instructions

Panic attack relief exercises:

 

http://www.healthcentral.com/anxiety/c/73076/34334/breathing-lessons/

http://www.healthyplace.com/

http://www.stress-relief-exercises.com/

http://www.ehow.com/video_4405003_breathing-exercises-panic-attacks.html

http://www.psybersquare.com/anxiety/panic_relax_I

Posted 1/18/2015 4:22 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you scaredy cat! I'm really looking forward to the support and supporting others as well. I've been suffering for a while, and can relate to most anxiety struggles.
Posted 1/18/2015 12:42 PM (GMT 0)
Hey Cattontobe, Welcome to Healing Well family <3

You will get great support here I assure you. We are all struggling with anxiety and panic issues, and many more. We try to give support and a little bit of reassurance in times of need. We encourage each other with the means of treatment and medication, answer questions about medication issues and all. :)

I hope you feel better soon, please keep us updated.
Posted 1/18/2015 1:40 PM (GMT 0)
Welcome!
Hope the links SC posted will help get you thru this rough patch
Posted 1/18/2015 2:51 PM (GMT 0)
Hi

Welcome to the forum I am glad you have found us as you can see you will get good support here from the members I just wanted to pop in and say Hi I to have GAD so can relate to what you are going through I hope you find the forum both supportive and helpful.

Hibee
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