I am deathly afraid of needles and tomorrow I have to go to the dentist to get 3 fillings! I am only a kid so don't say anything mean. I know ths is childish but, what can I do to help get over my fear? -bites nails-
2007-09-10 13:33:40 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Social Science ➔ Psychology
Well, I always have to get like 3 shots of novacaine because the blood stream in m mouth is fast moving or something and it takes a lot to numb me. Plus, it's on my btoom right, AND top left!! :(( :(
2007-09-10 13:49:47 · update #1
Tell the dentist exactly why your scared. They know how to handle situations like that. They don't go to 8+ years of school for nothing :) Also bring an mp3 player and listen to music. It will be over before you know it. plus just think how good youll feel when its over xD
2007-09-10 13:42:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fear of needles is a big problem. Many people avoid getting proper medical care because of this fear. Others suffer needlessly while getting vaccinations, needed shots or having blood drawn.
Fear of hypodermics, fear of anesthesia and fear of doctors in general can produce life threatening results when people do not seek timely medical care.
Needle phobia can be eliminated or reduced (Most people who are not afraid of needles do not enjoy getting shots but find it mildly uncomfortable). You can seek medical attention comfortably. Wouldn't it be better to make your medical decisions with a calm mind?
A type of medical phobia, fear of needles often relates to painful childhood experiences at the doctor or dentist. In order to overcome the phobia we must get a message through to the subconscious mind that though unpleasant, needles are not dangerous. You see, the subconscious mind has made a link between the sight of a needle (usually) and danger. No amount of logic can persuade the subconscious mind (after all how logical are your dreams?).
2007-09-10 14:07:05 · answer #2 · answered by Hot Coco Puff 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The best thing you can do is tell the dentist. the dentist can numb the area he or she puts the needle in real good and you will hardly feel it. And if it's been a while since you went to the dentist, they will first clen your teeth before doing anything else and look around to see what really needs to be dont. Not every dentist visit includes needles.
2007-09-10 13:45:27 · answer #3 · answered by petra 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
extreme thunderstorms mess with me unhealthy! I used to be in a twister as a child so everytime the wind alternatives up for the duration of a hurricane I freak out. I have the style of task in which I must preserve a degree head. I suceed at this rather good except there's a hurricane.
2016-09-05 09:33:14 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When I get a shot I squeeze one of those stress balls really hard, or just use your hand. Then I take a deep breath and think of chocolate and candies. It works for me.
P.S It will only take 2 seconds to get a shot, so try not to worry so much since it will only take 2 seconds
2007-09-10 13:44:06 · answer #5 · answered by Caren 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just don't think about it, and I have learned that the more you do the things you fear, the less you will fear them.
I'm not telling you to go and get shots all the time..lol. That would be crazy. I'm just saying, don't worry Honey it'll be over before you know it.
2007-09-10 13:38:53 · answer #6 · answered by Kitten916 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't think about it when they r about to give the shoot take a deep breath and close your eyes and before u know it the shot will be over
2007-09-10 13:41:18 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dont look when they numb you and pretend its something you like poking your skin
2007-09-10 13:41:12 · answer #8 · answered by stallion 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Awww..it will be ok...we all have gone through that.....just look away ..at the ceiling when they do it.....it will happen quick...you probably won't even feel it....
2007-09-10 18:12:19 · answer #9 · answered by Ocho Cinco 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋