Anxiety/Panic Attacks - Page 3

jewelfool · ‎03-10-2010

Thank you, John. 3 years ago I had several traumatic events happen in my life and that's really when it started and got progressively worse along with recurring bouts of shingles. I am being treated and feel like a new person. That worse day was the day I made arrangements to see a mental health professional. I am doing very well now.

LTT1 · ‎03-09-2010

On 8/18/2014 Shelbelle said:
A very small dose of Xanax, even half of a .25 mg will help.

I'm going to try this. A tiny bit might make life and corresponding health problems so much easier! Thanks for sharing, Shelbelle!

~Have a Kind Heart, Fierce Mind, Brave Spirit~

Shelbelle · ‎03-09-2010

On 8/18/2014 lovestoteach said:
On 8/18/2014 Shelbelle said:
A very small dose of Xanax, even half of a .25 mg will help.

I'm going to try this. A tiny bit might make life and corresponding health problems so much easier! Thanks for sharing, Shelbelle!

I confess, I have had a RX for Xanax for last 20 years, keep it in my possession at all times, just reassuring to know it is always there. I use it infrequently, but when I need it, I know I need it. I can be shopping in a place like Walmart and it just seems to overwhelm me, and I have to take one, a whole .25, but then within 45 minutes, it just seems to fade, and all the bad feelings just get washed away. Do not be afraid to try Xanax, small dose, .25 is the lowest, you will welcome the relief, but only take it when absolutely necessary, just not to get dependent on it.

ivey · ‎03-10-2010

Medication can really make a difference if you are experiencing the physical symptoms of an anxiety attack. (Clonazepam--Xanax). Shallow breathing, raised heartbeat that you can feel, a feeling of doom, etc. They are real and measurable. Sometimes they mimic a heart attack.

Meditation and prayer help me.

RainyDayGal · ‎03-09-2010

What happened when you went on vacation before this time and headed back to work? Is this the first time you've experienced something like this? Is it about going back to work, or is it about driving?

Is it a true panic/anxiety attack or is just dread? I'm not saying it's not an attack, but I'm wondering if you just don't want to back to work.

kcladyz · ‎04-30-2012

If you have regular panic attacks see your doctor. Xanax works great but many doctors do not want to prescribe. I been taking Buspar and Amitriptyline and doing good.

If its a one time thing try talking yourself out of it. Once you realize it is irrational then you sometimes can snap yourself out of it. Also I was told by a doctor that benedryl will ease your anxiety attacks but may make you sleepy.

Long walks sometimes helps

dooBdoo · ‎06-27-2010

On 8/18/2014 Shelbelle said:
On 8/18/2014 lovestoteach said:
On 8/18/2014 Shelbelle said:
A very small dose of Xanax, even half of a .25 mg will help.

I'm going to try this. A tiny bit might make life and corresponding health problems so much easier! Thanks for sharing, Shelbelle!

I confess, I have had a RX for Xanax for last 20 years, keep it in my possession at all times, just reassuring to know it is always there. I use it infrequently, but when I need it, I know I need it. I can be shopping in a place like Walmart and it just seems to overwhelm me, and I have to take one, a whole .25, but then within 45 minutes, it just seems to fade, and all the bad feelings just get washed away. Do not be afraid to try Xanax, small dose, .25 is the lowest, you will welcome the relief, but only take it when absolutely necessary, just not to get dependent on it.

This is good advice, Shelbelle. Before anyone uses these various medications, it's imperative to discuss them in detail with the physician and the pharmacist.

While they can help greatly, it's easy to become dependent upon some of them or even need higher and higher doses (known as "tolerance").

And the withdrawal can create the very thing we were taking them to avoid: anxiety.

Our minds are powerful. As you said, just having them available can be all we need to begin to calm ourselves naturally, without ever actually taking the pill.

Few things reveal your intellect and your generosity of spirit—the parallel powers of your heart and mind—better than how you give feedback.~Maria Popova

glmama · ‎03-09-2010

I agree with hckynut--If these are true anxiety attacks or panic, the best way to deal with them is with a mental health care professional. Many people throw these words around (sorta like when people talk about feeling depressed--sadness is different than depression.)

I have had a few bouts of anxiety and panic that lead me to seek help. Lexapro worked great for me for many years. Now, I take Lorazepam (Ativan) when necessary. Pharmaceuticals can really help. And help save lives, too. Never thought I'd have to take a med on a regular basis, but when I did, it changed my life.

I hope you find the help you need.

Vivian · ‎03-11-2010

I had never suffered from anxiety until I had my throidectomy. It happened soon after the surgery. Now it happens sporadically, often for no reason, as if it were a cold that I suddenly came down with. I've used meds, but only for a very short time. I work out regularly, dance and interval aerobics classes. I recently added two stretch-yoga classes which I find relaxing. I think the onset of my anxiety is related to the hormonal issues created by the thyroidectomy so I am going to have to live with it, but sometimes it's a real challenge.

glmama · ‎03-09-2010

On 8/18/2014 Vivian said: I had never suffered from anxiety until I had my throidectomy. It happened soon after the surgery. Now it happens sporadically, often for no reason, as if it were a cold that I suddenly came down with. I've used meds, but only for a very short time. I work out regularly, dance and interval aerobics classes. I recently added two stretch-yoga classes which I find relaxing. I think the onset of my anxiety is related to the hormonal issues created by the thyroidectomy so I am going to have to live with it, but sometimes it's a real challenge.

Vivian-You just reminded me of something I meant to say. Anxiety and panic often come on in conjunction with other, medical issues (menopause, pregnancy, etc). When I had mine, it was immediately after I stopped nursing one of my children. In retrospect, it makes perfect sense and I can see how it occurred and why. But when you're in it and dealing with the symptoms, it can be confusing and isolating. To the OP--I would also suggest getting a check up (blood work if nec) at your GP.

Hope you feel better soon.