Panic Stations!

hmmm wow love to write huh well i dont think i ever had a panic attack hmmmm i dont think anyone in my family has ever had one im not sure..

oh yes I used to get panic attacks in this huge grocery warehouse which had really low prices and always a ton of people in there. I would start shopping and suddenly it seemed as if all the people in theworld were coming towards me and trambping on fruits and veggies thatthey had knocked down on the floor.I could not breathe and I had to get out of there but could not move.My husband would come to me and take my hand and the cart and lead me over to a place where there were tables and chairs.He would talk to me so calmly and getme a soda and a sandwich and we would just sit and talk. soon I was okay but I then felt so verystupid for having acted like that. for awhile I did not think I could breathe.

I don't actually have panic attacks but my brother has had a few. I have a friend that suffers from them too. I do get anxious when I am around people. I take an antidepressant and it helps with the anxiety too. I get really anxious when I am in heavy traffic. That's when its worse, especially if I'm in a place I'm not familiar with.

You are suffering from the onset of Agoraphobia Its apparent that you realise this problem is not going away, In fact its becoming more dominate in your life. If you do nothing about it you may find yourself so fearful you will eventually be confined to your House.All persons experiencing persistent and frequent panic attacks should consult their physicians. However, many experienced sufferers treat panic attacks with some the following methods and techniques: Diaphragmatic Breathing or Abdominal Breathing — Breathing slowly and deeply through the nose using the diaphragm and abdomen. (Bourne 2005) Staying in the Present — rather than having "what if" thoughts that are future oriented asking yourself, "what is happening now" and "how do I wish to respond to it". (Carbonell 2004) Acceptance and Acknowledgement- accepting and acknowledging the panic attack. (Carbonell 2004) Floating with the symptoms — allowing time to pass and floating with the symptoms rather than trying to make them better or fighting them. (Carbonell 2004) Coping Statements — repeated as part of an internal monologue i.e. " I will let my body do its thing this will pass" or " I can be anxious and still deal with this situation." "This does not feel great, but I can deal with it". (Bourne 2005) Temporary Escape — seeking a temporary withdrawal in a washroom or outside. Taking a benzodiazepine (tranquilizers) — to be used under the guidance and direction of a physician. Talking with a supportive person — a friend or spouse. (Bourne 2005) Cognitive Techniques — demanding more anxiety, observing rather than reacting to the panic symptoms, trying to make the symptoms worse, passive acceptance. (Barry Join A Yoga Club, and to learn slow breathing, and meditation.

You do not need to worry, things will go out fine , just learn how to block the pressure of the things happening around you. I do get panic attacks as well especially when the situation itself pressures me to talk fast , walk fast, and do things quickly that it comes to a point that I overlook some impt. matters. What i do to prevent this is breathe properly and try my best to compose myself .

you don't need to worry.. I do get panic attacks as well, especially when people that I am with pressure me. I don't like it when the event itself pressure me because I feel a different rush of emotion that makes me talk fast, walk fast do things fast just to make sure I would get over it. The thing is, we all need to be calm, breathing in and breathing out properly helps me to stay calm. I hope this would help you.

Hi Pookie_Pie! Don't worry you are not alone. I used to have panick attacts all of the time. I now take a medication called nortiptaline(sp) that works really well and I see a therapist who has taught me several relaxation excersises. I'm not sure how to explain them but I'm sure your if you see a therapist he or she can help you or at least she can research for you. There is one I'am able to explain before you go into a store and you feel anxious simply close your eyes and think of the place you feel most relaxed and safe. Now visualize it in your head when you go into the market. Thats all it works for me so just try it out. Another thing you have to remember is there is always a way out of the store. Don't torture yourself and stay where you are having your attack if you need to leave then leave and don't be hard on yourself. A good thing to do also is when you are having an extremely bad day then don't go to the store. Go the next day when you feel better. Now I know some days you have no choice and have to go to work or school that's when the relaxing exercises come in handy. I know panick attacks are very scary and you do feel like you are going to die. Your afraid something is going to happen to you but you don't know why or what. Your attacks sound like they are intesifying so I suggest before it gets really out of hand that you seek help. Unfortunately I suffered with panic attacks for three years before I realized I could get help for them. I thought I was going Nuts. It had gotten so bad that I was afraid to leave my home and I had to quit my job because I couldn't deal with it. So do not wait for them to get any worse get some help. speak to your Doctor and I'm sure the doctor will send you in the right direction and find a therapist for you. One more thing I suggest to you is that you form a support group. Tell a family memeber or friend that you are close to what you are going through that way you don't keep it bottled up. That is a very big load to carry. Don't be ashamed and please do not think you are going nuts. It's a mental condition that can be controlled. If you have extra stress in your life then that is a trigger so do something relaxing just for yourself. If it's taking a bubble bath or going to the bookstore do something to unwind. That will help out some as well. Well I'll stop yacking you ear off and if you have any questions or you want to tell me to blow it out my butt that's fine. Take care!