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[natesgrandma]

I have anxiety attacks all the time. does anyone have any tips on how to get through these? I do have a dr. and I do go to counseling. This is becoming so debilitating. I have been having real problems with anxiety this past year, it is not easy. My husband is tired of it and I just don't know what to do anymore. I have been on prescription medication and I really don't like it. I don't even think it helps and I really don't want to try another one. My symptoms are: dizzy and lightheadness, just feeling sick.

[Sunshine Kate]

I had a friend with anxiety and the doctor gave her an antidepressant. It worked wonders for her.

Good luck to you.

[Snowpuppy]

Have you kept a journal of your triggers? Where you were at, who you were with, the situation or the conversations?

You don't have to post here but that may help you and your therapist to understand.

[Jannyg]

When I went into menopause I suffered with debilitating anxiety attacks. After much trial and error I went on Paxil under the care of a psychiatrist. It worked. I was on the Paxil for three years. It was the only drug that worked to stop the attacks. I am now off the Paxil and doing well. In addition to the Paxil, I stayed in therapy, exercised learned to relax, get enough sleep, avoid caffeine. It's a rough illness. I hope you can find something that works for you.

[hsawaknow]

Im sorry you sorry you are going thru these. I also suffer from from anxiety but i have had them for years. For me i know what some of the triggers are sometimes i dont. I have to take xanax and celexa and it keeps my anxiety in check. I dont use the xanax all the time only when i needed it. I see a therapist too. Therapy and medication really help. Good luck.

[fortune]

Hi, natesgrandma! I'm sorry you're feeling so rotten!! Have you been diagnosed as having anxiety or panic attacks? What medication are you taking? Was it prescribed by a psychiatrist (medical doctor) or your family doctor? The treatment for anxiety is usually a combination of counseling and prescription medication. It sounds like the medication you are taking isn't doing its job!

I suggest you get an appointment with a good psychiatrist and see if you can be put on another, more effective medication!

Please keep in touch!

[GCR18]

I have had anxiety attacks. I would go to work, then straight home. I couldn't go anywhere. I would get dizzy, lightheaded, thought I would faint. I finally went to the Dr. I was refered to another Dr who gave me a prescription and counseling. I found counseling to be a waste of time. I would ask for a different prescription. I wasn't able to feel normal without the prescription.

[natesgrandma]

The medication I'm taking is remeron - it was prescribed for my sleeping and my nausea and lack of eating. It was prescribed by a psychiatrist. I really don't like the counseling and I am afraid of trying a new medication, but this one is not working.

[ms traditional]

yes, i had an onset years ago. i was facing a moral dilemma - and it was overwhelming me. a tranquillizer or two helped me cope short term, but dealing with the issue is what made the attacks go away. i hope you find your solution - i know they make you feel like you might die any second. truly a bad scene.

[Reever]

There are many anti depressants that help curb anxiety but not every medication works for every person. They say you have to stay on it a few weeks to see if it is working, as sometimes you actually feel worse for a few days. Pills like Xanax and Ativan should only be taken for a short period because the are highly addictive. Talk to your doctor. I hope you feel better.