i have an mri in a few days and i need to get over my fear
2006-09-15 01:09:26 · 7 answers · asked by mongo862001 5 in Health ➔ Mental Health
or at least help me deal with it
2006-09-15 01:12:15 · update #1
I am claustrophobic and I've asked the doctors to give me a medicine when I get an MRI. Plus, sometimes I will get an open MRI. You can also bring in relaxing music and concentrate on that. But let me warn you, tell your doctor you are claustrophobic so they can prescribe you something, otherwise, if you move too much during your MRI b/c you are nervous, you will have to take another one, or be in there for a longer time.
Good luck.
2006-09-15 01:20:29 · answer #1 · answered by Remington B 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you can get over it in a few days. But they have open MRI machines now. Ask your doctor if there is one in your area.
And seek some counselling for your fears; they can be conquered with time.
2006-09-15 01:11:34 · answer #2 · answered by MOM KNOWS EVERYTHING 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The most succesful treatment known is called "flooding" and is part of a cognitive behavioral psychology approach. I would go to a professional therapist to get that done. You can look for one with expertise on this kind of treatment on www.AABT.org .
2006-09-15 01:18:18 · answer #3 · answered by brazilian76 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just lock my wife in the closet and walk away! Seriously, put yourself in a small area and do some deep breathing. But don't hyperventilate! Take it easy!
2006-09-15 01:14:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Surround yourself with Santas. Eventually you will stop fearing them.
2006-09-15 01:17:14 · answer #5 · answered by JJ Car 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
confront your fear with the help of a friend or therapist.
2006-09-15 12:09:15 · answer #6 · answered by cats/eyes 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have to get inside your head
2006-09-15 01:11:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋