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08/15/2008 05:20 AM
accoustic
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I just wanted to introduce myself, My name is Shawn and I have suffered my first panic attack at the age of 13 and continued suffering till my early twenties. At that point in my life I threw out my meds and told myself with GODS help I could conquer these feelings of unreality. It worked for almost 15 yrs when suddenly they came back once again. I am here hoping to talk to others who experience these sensations as I am trying to deal with these on my own. My psychologist is the only one who knows, I have kept theses damn things away from anyone who knows me. If anyone could tell me if effexor works for there panic attacks I would love to know. Bye for now.

Thanks and Take Care

Post edited by: accoustic, at: 08/15/2008 05:22

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08/15/2008 07:50 AM  Top
S24sassy
S24sassy
 
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Hello accoustic and welcome to the forum! I'm sorry to hear you are being afflicted with panic again in your life after so long of feeling well. That has to be really hard to deal with.

I was put on Effexor, but could not tolerate it, just as I could not tolerate any other meds in that class, so I'm not sure if it's helpful or not. But I'm here to talk if you ever need someone to talk to. I can listen at the very least and offer you my support and advice.

I'm here whenever you need to talk.

Your friend Sandy


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08/17/2008 09:44 AM  Top
lostgurl
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hi accoustic and welcome. i've never taken effexor that i know of (there is one med i received last time i was hospitalized that i don't remember) so sorry i can't help with that.

man, hiding your panic/anxiety must be rough. it probably makes it worse to with the wondering if others can see through your brave facade. it might help to let those closest to you in to help relieve some of that added anxiety. just a thought. hope your doc finds the perfect meds for you.

jenna

******************************
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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08/18/2008 06:53 AM  Top
accoustic
Posts: 3
Member

Hi Jenna,

You are right; however I used to talk to some family members when this started and basically got no support from them. I have lost friends and family because of this (ignorance maybe) but that is when I decided to keep it to myself. My marriage ended because in the eyes of my wife I started to grow cold and my children wonder why daddy does not play with them the way I used to. I keep this dreaded thing to myself so as not to burden others with it. I am currently seeing a psychologist on my own and will have to see how that goes. I read the article about your oldest son experiencing these, if he is anything like myself I totally understand what he is going through. Take Care

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