I never go outside for some reason no im not sick i'm just afraid of alot of things.. I'm also afraid of driving long distances and going shopping... What can i do to stop being afraid???
2006-10-10 14:39:24 · 9 answers · asked by Drusilla 1 in Health ➔ Mental Health
ok I've been to so many doctors in my life... The doctor i'm seeing now isn't doing anything..... I'm an extrem insomniac.I can stay up for about 8 day's straight.... my parent's won't tell me anything about my med history.. What should i do???
2006-10-10 14:45:07 · update #1
Hi Drusilla -
I have linked a website for you. Read it and see if this is what you are feeling. If it is, the good news is there is help!
take care
2006-10-10 14:43:16 · answer #1 · answered by Kare♥Bear 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First, see a doctor who has experience in anxiety, panic disorder, phobias. A normal doctor generally doesn't have the same expertise.
Now, for some reason you've started avoiding things until you're only 'safe' at home.
The next thing to do is get outside ! Go to the mall and stay as long as you're comfortable. Continue 'exposing' yourself to the things you avoid until you're noy only comfortable, but in charge.
I've had panic attacks for 20 years and they do suck, but they are manageable.
2006-10-10 16:05:06 · answer #2 · answered by flatlander6343 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are suffering from what is known as a classic case of Agoraphobia. It makes you unable to go outside ad afraid of driving and just plain old getting out of the house.
You are not alone. Many, many people suffer from this disorder. My ex husband was one of them and he ended up losing his job and out health insurance and we had five children that we needed insurance on.
This disease pretty much cripples the one who has it. Once happy they can no longer go outside and live a normal happy life like they once could.
Agoraphobia renders you totally helpless and unhappy because you are unable to go to outside and live a happy life. Imagine not even being able to go outside and play with your kids or Grandchildren. there is help you need to see a Psychiatrist for help as there are many drugs that can help you to overcome this disorder but you have to want the help. Good Luck and God Bless you
2006-10-10 14:51:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is called "agoraphobia" and is a lot more common than people think. You need to see a professional. A psychiatrist can give therapy and meds that will make your life more manageable
2006-10-10 14:43:55 · answer #4 · answered by misty p 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have the same symptom and I have been told i have Agitated depression , i have been treated in and out of hospital and the best medicine is good feeling yourself. Don't listen to me or these other bums , see your doctor and listen to them.
2006-10-10 16:10:59 · answer #5 · answered by Paul Sabre 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you might have to talk to a psychiatrist. It will make you feel better. Talking always helps. Something could have happened to you when you were little to make you feel this way. Good luck
2006-10-10 14:43:12 · answer #6 · answered by sweetlittlemama2006 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your parents won't tell you anything about your medical history? How old are you? are you old enough to go to the dr. and retrieve your files? because that isn't right
2006-10-10 15:36:47 · answer #7 · answered by keep it real 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
why are you afraid?? thats just weird dude unless you have a huge tumor growing on your face u shoudnt be afraid
2006-10-10 14:41:34 · answer #8 · answered by janie a 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's called agrophobia. You need a doctor. Call one.
2006-10-10 14:42:03 · answer #9 · answered by just browsin 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋