s24sassy
Posts: 346
Group Leader
Send a PM
Give a Hug
|
Cameron I'm sorry you are suffering. I know how you feel. I think when the panic first starts (you said you've had it for 3 months) it seems to throw everything off balance, but once you get a grip on it, it's a little bit easier to manage. In my experience from talking to a lot of people, there are different things that work for different people. Breathing exercises work for me sometimes, distracting myself helps sometimes, calling my husband helps sometimes, but it's all trial & error unfortunatley. You should just try a few different things and see what works best for you. I'm not on meds, but I have some in case they get bad. If I've done all I usually do and still feel bad, I'll take a half of one of my pills, which is Ativan, similar to Xanax, but I don't take them everyday. Have you tried any of the deep breathing exercises yet at all? Sometimes you have to practice them before they work well for you. I wish you the best & we're all here to help if you need to talk. Sandy |
I have dealed with panic attacks for the past 13 years and it is tough sometimes. You have come to a good place for support and help. I do see a pdoc and therapist because I am Bipolar I also. I only take an anti-anxtiety med when I ABSOLUTELY have to. There are better methods to try. Maybe you could start by talking with you doc and see where he/she may lead you from there. I sincerely hope the best for you!!
