anxiety and panic attack help?
I had my first panic attack in 7 months, and I thought it would eventually be better, but worse. im pretty sure that there is a root of my concern and that it is not just psychological. my symptoms have this right, how funny feeling on my chin, ears, a bit like burning metal sound really weird feeling. it feels like my stomach is empty and I this stabbing pain in my back and chest. So this strange pressure in my head. However, these symptoms began before the first panic attacks began, and began to feel in that they are linked. . . I also believe that some computer menstrual cramps but I’m not nearly my period. im only 19 and I do not want to face this advice? Please include a drug or a treatment that works best for you and why.
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I know how you feel, I’ve been having panic/anxiety attacks for over a year now, it’s gotten so bad I don’t drive anymore. What helped me most was Xanax and therapy to help sort out the issues of why I was so anxious. They say breathing techniques help to get you through one, but it’s never been that successful to me.
I’m 22, and kinda going through the same thing. Lots of weird symptoms and extreme anxiety and panic attacks. I have yet to be prescribed anything for it. Honestly, all I’ve gotten so far is a paper for relaxation therapy. I think the deep breathing helps. Just stop whatever I’m doing. Take a deep breath in, and count to 5. then let it out while counting to 5 again. Just do it as many times as I need until I feel better or have to do something else.
I would ask myself if I was going through excessive amounts of stress. Believe it or not, stress can cause what you are going through. Also, ask yourself if you have been working on any past issues that bring up major anxiety. That can also cause what you are going through. It is more than likely stress mixed with anxiety and ta-da! you get a panic attack. I know this because I used to get them a lot, especially when I was doing internal work. You might even have natural anxiety, in that case I would suggest Paxel or some drug related to it. It is an anti-anxiety medication. My mother used it and she became a new person-better of course. Also, I have found when I felt one coming on, I just close my eyes and breathe even slow breaths(or as slow as I can go until I get to slow) and while doing that I feel my pulse on my wrist and with every beat I say one word i.e. God-have-mercy-on-my-soul. or whatever sentence would calm you down. That has worked for me. Go to a “safe place,” a place in which you feel completely safe (and I mean not even a bug can hurt you). and just meditate. Meditation has always worked for me too. I would go to a psychiatrist to get the right medication. Though you can always do your own research before going. I hope they go away and I hope this helped. Best of luck
First piece of advice–SEE YOUR DOCTOR to make sure there is not something wrong medically.
On a personal note…I started having panic attacks around your age and I was sure I was gonna die! They are actually very common and seem to occur most often to those people who think they have everything in their life all under control–then WHAM! A panic attack occurs and you feel utterly helpless. The physical body can be in extreme disarray and pain due to stress or depression. Get plenty of exercise and practice deep breathing. When you feel a panic attack coming on, say to it, “go ahead–take your best shot and kill me if that’s what you want!” You’d be surprised at how you feel when you relenquish that control, and for me–the attacks became much less frequent…of course Zoloft helped me too. There are lots of medications available for this condition, but most of them take time to work, so be patient. And best of luck…there is a light at the end of the tunnel. Smile!!!
You are young and in the beginning of the “hormonal” nightmares…I say this because people and doctors, do not take in account how much our hormones play out on our bodily functions. I would suggest you see a good gynecologist…request routine hormonal blood tests so they can see where your levels are, tell her about your symptoms…and then keep a diary…yes daily, it’s a bummer but it’s the only way you will get the medical help you need…they will not take the time to try to figure out your monthly ups and downs without a diary to help them…in the diary include: ! energy levels. 2. time in your cycle. 3. when you start to get cramps or symptoms. 3. exactly when your anxiety attacks start and in what part of your body first. a food diary for each day to see if you have an allergy or a low tolerence to certain chemicals and caffeine, and an energy/exercise list for each day. Sounds like a lot but I have true panic attacks with severe anxiety…the symptoms come on suddenly…sometimes with a stessful issue that is playing on my mind..they get so bad I cannot breathe and feel like passing out…only medication 4 times a day keep them in check.. I know the cure….live the life of a princess where I worry about nothing and handle only pleasant thoughts but that only happens in disney movies….good luck to you…most people will look at you like you’re looney…get used to it, but they are REAL and are very debilitating, to the point you may not be able to keep a job, depending on how often you get them and all the triggers you may have in getting them.
Genuinely, I sympathise with you. Panic attacks can be really unpleasant. I suffer from them too, but my symptoms are completely different. When I get them, I feel really lightheaded and as if I could pass out. Shaking, nausea – it’s horrible.
Something will have happened in the past that made you freak out. You need to work out – or at least try to remember – what it was. It isn’t necessarily a major event. Once you figure out what that event was, you can work around it and the associated emotions.
In my case – as stupid as it sounds – I nearly spilt a cup of coffee on someone. Ever since then, whenever I’m carrying something that is potentially dangerous and I get close to another person, I start to feel dizzy. It’s not so bad once you work out why you get those abnormal feelings. You can rationalise it.
Good luck
Stress is the chief cause of most anxiety, panic and social phobias. But stress is not just about feeling tense and wired. It’s about the triggering of our hard-wired “Fight or Flight Response.” And it’s about the release of toxic hormones — drip, drip drip — into our system. These hormones seep into our blood and tissues where, over time, they set up conditions for “attacks” of fear, anxiety and panic.
Learning how to control anxiety attacks is an important skill to learn as these episodes can be disruptive and unpleasant to experience. What’s worse is that they can occur at anytime whether you are out doing errands or shopping at a grocery store. The following are 3 signs of panic attacks and how you can ultimately overcome it.
1. They can happen when you least expect it
Every individual is unique so the underlying cause of such attacks will vary but common symptoms include nausea, dizziness, excessive sweating and increased heart beat. Should this occur, it’s important that you take deep breaths as you imagine something pleasant in your mind. This is also a good chance for you to identify what may trigger such attacks so you can better focus your energy.
2. Overwhelming feelings of anxiety or fear
Another symptom that is common for panic attacks is high levels of anxiety or fear when presented with an event or activity. Such feelings can emerge depending on the individual but they can occur if you are about to deliver a speech or even if you are driving alone at night. Destructive thoughts will ultimately sustain such episodes so learn to accept that nothing bad will happen and that you are doing just fine.
3. Constantly imagining the worst case scenario
It’s important to understand that it’s not so much the activity that causes such attacks but rather the anticipation of actually doing it. Constantly fearing that something bad will happen is sure to elevate and sustain high levels of anxiety. The best way to overcome these feelings is to simply confront your fears until you become comfortable and understand that the worst case scenario will likely never happen.
Learning to overcome and control anxiety attacks can be used to your advantage as it can propel you to take action to rectify the issue at hand. Be sure not to criticize yourself and to take credit for any achievements that you accomplish.
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