How do i cope(what else to do)?

Question

i have seen a psychiatrist and psychologist and have been diagonised with social anxiety .i am currently on anti-depressantsand i also practice deep muscle relaxation techniques and breathing exercises.i have got abit better but i have a problem with my 'fight or flight reflex'.i feel like i cannot cope anymore.when i walk in quiet streets or places and a car just appears suddenly or a person looks at me i jerk,almost running away,move really quickly(sort of an adrenaline surge).i don't have much of a problem with crowded places as i just blend in.when i am walking in hallways and someone appears the same happens.when people enter rooms that i am in(when they get me unaware) i jump and feel like running away.it is an automatic response and it has become part of me.i have been signed off work as i was always been kicked out of jobs and everyone thlnks that i am an idiot.i just cannot control it and people are always gossiping and i have become a laughing stock.what do i do?

i don't want to turn in to a recluse but what do i do?

Answer 1

That's a tough one. Maybe just get used to the things that make you jump and you can ignore them?

I know it ain't that simple, but Good Luck :)

Answer 2

The onset of a stress response is associated with specific physiological actions in the sympathetic nervous system, both directly and indirectly through the release of epinephrine and to a lesser extent norepinephrine from the medulla of the adrenal glands. Sounds like you should see a neurologist. They would be able to do more for you.

Answer 3

I've seen this many times. I know your not the only person with this...have you checked to see if there any group sessions in your area that talk about this....Maybe you could form a group to see how others deal with it. I hope you find your answer...good luck.