it cut me short but i have been having anxiety/panic attacks could this be a result of depression or something else that is wrong with me ( i am still in the middle of being tested ) but it's kinda freaky lol well thank you for your help i am just looking for answers of if this could be caused by something else or if i can help relieve it myself ( the doctors are being no help ) i went to the er they sent me home and siad i had the flu even though i had no flu symptoms
2007-01-02 14:32:19 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
I have had panic attacks for years. My doctor says that it is the result of depression, but I never felt depressed. But he put me on a medication for depression and it has seemed to help lessen the frequency, duration and intensity of the attacks.
I wish you all the luck in the world. I know that this is an over-whelming situation for you - you feel like the only one, and you feel like it will never end. It will. Take heart, there are plenty of us out there willing to support you along the way. God Bless You.
2007-01-02 14:40:03 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have a number of options.
1. The most popular (but damaging) option is to get drugs like Prozac. I suggest you read http://www.antidepressantsfacts.com/ first.
2. if you have a issue or problem with a certain event or situation or person, see a therapist and work through it, learning new coping skills. If seeing a therapist isn't an option, self-help books might put you in a better frame of mind. Plus, there are many books on panic/anxiety and also a free online course that you take over a period of weeks at http://www.paniccenter.net
3. If you have irrational phobias in an otherwise balanced life, try self-hypnosis-type programs like http://www.panic-anxiety.com
4. Calming herbs like valerian, kava-kava or special formulas might help to take the edge off, but don't seem to eliminate the problem completely.
5. Exercises like tai chi or yoga (many libraries have DVDs you can rent) are helpful to calm the breathing and mind. You can do these, and other things like walking no matter what treatment you decide on.
6. If you're having both mental and physical symptoms, such as heart palpitations, anxiety, feeling weak, confused, etc. you could have a hormone imbalance, which would take blood tests to determine, and simple hormone creams to fix- generally within a matter of days. If you have a hormone imbalance (NOT a chemical imbalance) no breathing exercises or hypnosis or self-talk is going to help- the physical imbalance in the adrenals, thyroid, or cortisol levels. http://www.womentowomen.com/depressionanxietyandmood/anxiety.asp
2007-01-02 22:39:59 · answer #2 · answered by Violet Pearl 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Okay, you need to slow down a bit. I agree that something is fishy when you are told you have X disease (in this case flu) when you don't have the symptoms.
Slow down- I just said this, I know. What is making you anxious? Why are you worried or frightened? Sort this out and think of how to deal with it.
Once you know what the problem is and what you can do about it, go for it!
Good luck!
2007-01-02 22:37:38 · answer #3 · answered by Tigger 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are doing the right thing by seeking medical attention and you should continue to do so. Prayer or any other concentrated effort to calm yourself may help. Even counting to 100 with your eyes closed will help. When you are most anxious, try to think of positive things. Remind yourself that things always work out. The sun always rise each day, etc. Sounds simplistic but it works.
2007-01-02 22:38:37 · answer #4 · answered by Eddier 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
anxiety is anxiety. i have had anxiety dosorder for about 16 years, it is hell. you can find more information on this website.
www.paniccenter.net
Good luck to you. You need meds to help you cope.
2007-01-02 22:35:11 · answer #5 · answered by I know, I know!!!! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Klonopin is a good drug if you need one for panic attacks. They can be awful!
2007-01-02 22:34:12 · answer #6 · answered by Steenskees 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I take Valium
2007-01-02 22:52:23 · answer #7 · answered by unruly_1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK I AM REALLY NOT GOING TO ANSWER THIS I JUST WANT TO KNOW WHY DO WE HAVE SO MUCH LIMITED QUESTIONS I MEAN U GET ADDICTED TO THIS STUFF AND THEN YOU REACH UR LIMIT OF ASKING DAILY QUESTIONS DAMMM THIS IS TORTURING
2007-01-02 22:35:58 · answer #8 · answered by Aloneeyes 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
there meds for that.
2007-01-02 22:34:42 · answer #9 · answered by evilive 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋