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05/15/2008 09:51
jenniferfriedel
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Hi, My name is Jennifer. I am 38 yrs old. I have really bad Anxiety attacks. I get chest pains so bad that I thought I was having a heart attack. I went to the doctors and it was as they say "just anxiety attacks". I take xanax to help with them. I just want someone to talk to.
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05/15/2008 09:54
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We are here to help...welcome to our great group of people!!
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Barb
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05/15/2008 10:08
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Thank you.
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05/15/2008 10:08
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Hi Jennifer, Welcome to the group.

I'm glad you went to the doctor. Anxiety/panic attacks have similar symptoms of having a heart attack, so it is a good idea to seek medical advice....just to be sure! They can be very frightening and this causes even more anxiety for us. It is a vicious cycle. I hope that we are able to help you and give you the support you need.

We are here if you need anything. Your friend,Chris

Beautiful Picture Barb!!!! Thank you for sharing that!

Your Friend, Chris
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05/15/2008 10:33
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No problem....we need nice thing to look at...imagery therapy....
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Barb
God will never give you more than you can handle!!
Meditation helps stress...so Meditate daily...
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05/15/2008 15:12
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I had to go to the ER once with chest pains and they kept me overnight for stress test, blood workup, checked for stomach problems, etc. Nothing but anxiety. Although I won't give medical advice, if you continue with chest pains you always might consider checking it out to be safe. I'm sorry you are having a rough time. I know it is very difficult...we're all here to help when you need us!
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05/15/2008 15:13
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BEAUTIFUL PICTURE!!!!
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05/18/2008 14:13
lostgurl
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although i can't give advice since i haven't been able to control my own panic/anxiety. i am here to listen and share. add me as a friend or pm me if you wish. hugs hon i hope things look brighter for you soon.
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The Lights of Our Hearts
written by lostgurl
dedicated to Chris Benson
Sept. 4, 1984 – Aug. 18, 2008

The lights of our hearts have dimmed today,
for with God's calling you went away.
The newest angel to sit by his side,
has brought to his eyes a gleam of pride.
But what of us whom you've left behind?
Within earthly chains we remain confined.
Rage, confusion, and despair whirl in rapid haste
from the brutal reality we are forced to face.
Seemingly trapped within an infinite void,
full of painful tears impossible to avoid.
To turn back time is our unwavering dream,
when our heartache is at its most extreme.
Nothing in the world could ever take the place
of your laugh, your smile, or your warm embrace.
But we must find a way to continue on,
to make a new life without our beloved son.
Through the darkest of tunnels we trod ahead,
regretting petty angers and I love you's unsaid.
I pray for the day we may find some solace.
Perhaps when we meet in God's great palace.
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05/19/2008 12:00
wagst5
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I too have days when I feel like I am having a heart attack....it took me awhile to figure out that it was stress related. I am a single mother of five, with only my income to rely on, and three of my kids have ADHD, which is enough to stress anyone out. I am trying to figure out what is triggering the symptoms. It seems like they creep up on me, but not when something specific is going on. For instance, I am off today, my kids are in school, there is nothing out of the ordinary going on, no added pressures, but yet, I feel the burning in my chest, and if I dont try to relax, I will start to feel short of breath. Anything similar with anyone?
~tracy
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05/19/2008 14:37
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YES!!! I think its because we already have the disorder, and really we need to just set down relax close our eyes if we can and sleep!!! I feel the same way lots of the time.....i have 3 girls and 2 step kids and a husband ie bipolar!!!! and i think my almost 7yr old is add, thats enough just to know what we are dealing with,dont you think!!???? sometimes i could just sleep for days but thats not possiable is it???ooooooh how i wish though!!!........................
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