i have been suffering from panic attaks and and do not want to go to the doctors.?

Question

i dont wanna go cause im scared that thell think im making it up and that im stupid what should i do ne 1 got ne ways in which they could help ?

Answer 1

You know, this one, fortunately is rather easy for you this time. It is simply a matter of trading fear for trust. Right now, from time to time, you have a little more fear than you would like to have and it makes you very uncomfortable. Wouldn't it nice to trade all that fear and nervousness in for feeling comfortable and strong and centered inside? Of course it would. I am not a doctor, but I can tell you exactly what my doctor told me when I told him I often felt anxious. He said, "Chris, sometimes our minds offer us ideas we haven't asked for, and we have to tell our minds to stop trying to push us around, and to cut it out. We have to take control of what our brain is doing and make it stop." Then he said, "The next time you go through one of those things where you feel frightened and have to sit down, stop everything and just look around you to see if your immediate environment is safe, with no threatening things in it. I can almost guarantee it will be safe." He then explained to me the whole thing you are feeling hinges upon feeling - safe. Yup, it's that simple. No elaborate, fancy analysis or complicated examinations, just - safety. Why? Because the minute you feel truly safe again inside your heart, your whole body will calm down and you will start feeling like your normal self once again. I was uneasy about telling my doctor, but he just looked at me with absolutely no judgment in his eyes. He said, "I understand. I am going to prescribe something which will help to take the edge off all this for you. If this is not enough, come back and see me again and we can go from there, okay?" This is the way doctors help you. Until you are able to go say hello to your doctor, try to always seek out a safe environment or a safe person to be with whenever this feeling comes over you, okay? I hope what I have told you here will make it just a little bit easier to have a less stressful life. Now, please do have a good evening, and get a good night's sleep. Sent to you with a big hug from Chris in South Portland, Maine, U.S.A. (I am 63 years old.)

Answer 2

Panic attacks are things that ar e happening to numerous people for a lot of reasons. You should never feel that you would be stupid discussing this with a health professional. There are many doctors who would be glad to talk to you about what your experiencing. With all that is going on in the world, people have panic attacks for all kinds of reasons. You should really look into seeing a professional psychologist or a counselor at your school would be a good place to start. Until then, keep a diary, try to talk to yourself re framing your feelings in a more positive way and taking deep breaths. The only way though to work through these attacks is to see someone who can give you multiple ways to overcome what you are feelings. There are some great medications that can be helpful and then you can address the feelings that you have. good luck.

Answer 3

I've suffered from anxiety and panic attacks for a while now, and I only finally went to the doctor last year. It was the best thing I could have done. He was the only person to believe me and gave me these pills to calm me down (stop racing heart, sweating, feeling weak, breathing patterns, stuttering) which I now take half an hour before I have to be around a lot of people.

Everyone else, including my own parents, told me that I was just over reacting and to get over it. Wellllll, not that easy!
was so panicked at the doctor's office just admitting my problem that I was starting to get the anxiety symptoms just talking about it.Thankfully the doctor was really cool about it and even told me about some other patiens he has who have the same thing and made me feel less alone. By the time I left I was fine.

So make an appointment! Best of luck

Answer 4

I know many people who have suffered panic attacks at some point in their lives, and for many it has just passed. The problem is that once you've had one, any feelings of anxiety can set up the fear that you're going to have another one - the panic cycle.
Try the breathing square. Picture a square in your mind. When you start to feel panicky, breathe in to the count of four and picture side one going up the square. Hold that breath for the count on four and picture going along the top of the square. Breathe out to the count of four and picture going down the other side. Go across the bottom counting to four before you breath again. Remember anxiety management is not a test of your skill, it is just aimed at helping you and you are the best judge of what is useful.
If you can't find anything useful see your GP. Support and reassurance will help, and your GP will know the best resources in your area.
I had one at 2am in the morning when my dissertation was due in at 3pm that day. It was entirely my own fault for starting it at the last minute, but the feeling was horrible. For a few weeks after that I would worry in case I had another one. Those who have experienced one know how awful it can be. All the best with it. Please remember they can be managed - it's just a case of finding the best support for yourself.

Answer 5

You can get over these panic attacks. When they start to happen stop thinking about yourself and focus your attention on your breathing (long slow breaths), calming words or a picture that you have in your head of something calming, like the beach or a garden. Ask yourself what the worst thing is that could happen at that moment. Once you can accept that worst thing you'll realize that it's either not going to happen, or it's not that bad. Stop being afraid to make a fool of yourself. We all do. In fact, I make fun of myself all the time. There is not one person who has ever made it through life without a mistake, so embrace your imperfections. That's what makes each person unique. There is no "perfect", so stop trying to be. By the way, a meditation/yoga class would be really good for learning to focus on your breathing and to relax.

Answer 6

The more you learn about panic attacks,the easier they are to deal with.
Reaserch all you can on line. When you feel one coming on,lay down with your feet elevated with a pillow and calm your breathing. Concentrate on peacefull thoughts,and remember a true panic attack will subside usually within 10 minutes. Get plenty of rest and drink LOTS of water.
A panic attack is a delayed reaction to bottled up stress,so try to find someone you trust to talk to regularly. A journal is another way to voice the things that are bothering you.
With a little practice,you can control the attacks so they do not control you.

Answer 7

I have read some litterature about panic attacks. But they allways seem to have a more scientific approach and that is nothing I need in my struggle to survive those horrible panic attacks. This is a "hand on" and very practical book. I felt it was written to me. I am sure that you are going to feel the same.

Joe Barry writes exactly how I think. The examples are perfectly described. And the method is genius. I recommend this book and thanks Joe Barry for writing it. It changes your life

Answer 8

panic attack. do you have the shakes then you feel the need to hide or go to bed and curl up? if its that kind it will pass. i'm down to the dont want to answer the phone or open the door mode now. but i can walk down the street within reason which i couldnt do last year unless i had alcohol in my system. it will pass either way just give it time. get as much sleep as you can if you cant sleep play a game on the pc, but you have to confront whats wrong in your life and dont take medication or alcohol to counteract the panic attacks.

Answer 9

When I went to my GP about panic attacks she took it seriously. I was really worried because I didn't know what she would say, but I knew I'd got to the point where I needed some help.
Anyway she talked to me for a bit, then referred me for some thereapy which was really helpful and taught me why the attacks were happening and what to do about them.
Try and pluck up courage and go. All the best.

Answer 10

Lots of people suffer from Panic Attacks. Your doctor should be sensitive to this - he can prescribe medication and counseling until you feel better.

Go and get help so you can have your life back! Don't be afraid.