I've had panic/anxiety attacks since Sept. 07. It started after my dad died, and I went to a counselor once. It helped me for about a week, and then the attacks came back.
I had a minor stroke about a month and a half ago, and my anxiety attacks have never been this bad. I've been having these really weird feelings, and it's hard to explain. When I was reading about strokes online, one website said that depression can happen after having a stroke. And now, I've found this website… http://www.natural-herbal-remedies.net/anxiety.html
Where it says "* About 80 percent of depressed people suffer psychological symptoms: unrealistic apprehension, fears, worry, aggitation, irritability, or a panic attack." I've realized that I've had every single one of these symptoms. The "unrealistic apprehension" thing is the weirdest, scariest feeling I've ever felt.
So my question goes out to the psych's out there…. Once I go back to a psychologist and get rid of my depression, will this feeling of being "unrealistic" go away, or am I seriously going crazy, and this feeling will always be here?
You are doing the right thing by getting psychological help for the problem. Chances are the painful memory of your father dying sparked anxiety in you, making you more uneasy by the small things in life than ever before. I can understand how the unrealistic apprehension alarms you - it's definitely something that must be dealt with, with the help of a professional, of course.
Once you go back to the psychologist, your depression is sure to be aided. However, it needs some soul and willpower on your part, and you must not let fear wrap around your common sense. These feelings are unrealistic for a reason. They are sentiments that can really rile someone up, but really the feelings are irrational and entirely in your mind. You're not going crazy - you're going through a difficult phase in your life that a psychologist can help you with. However, you must really be patient and block off all negativity that tries to stop you from getting well. You said it yourself - 80 percent of people are in a similar boat. Seeing as that is, there's no reason for you to feel alone.
I wish you the best of luck.
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Panic attack is a mantel disorder. It can happen in a sudden. When a person feels nausea, anxiety or impending doom he or she takes short of breath. This Panic attack speeds up heart, makes breathe faster, and gives a burst of energy. They may feel out of control. They feel will be attack with panic. Also it can arise spontaneously in any time. They believe that they will fall a heart attack or they will be die. They feel this attack about 10 minutes after starts. A student wants to know his result with avidity. At this time he is care-worn. So we called panic attack is a kind of mental disorder. Some symptoms are below:
1. A feeling of intense fear, terror, or anxiety.
2. Trouble breathing or very fast breathing.
3. Chest pain or tightness.
4. A heartbeat that races or is not regular.
5. Sweating.
6. Nausea or an upset stomach.
7. Dizziness and shaking.
8. Numbness or tingling.
9. Repeated panic attacks when there is no reason for the fight - or-flight response.
10. Changing your daily activities because you worry that you will have another attack.
This patient need early treatment of panic attacks is very important. Doctor can help 70% to 90% of all people with panic disorder. They need drugs and therapy. This combination treatment is better for them. They should take treatment from a doctor who has a lot of experience treating panic disorder. Because panic disorder is not always diagnosed quickly cause some symptoms of a panic can look and sound like a heart attack, asthma or digestive disorder. A study in Texas found that 42% of people with panic attacks; they visit more than one doctor when they need treatment. Some people go to psychiatrists, psychologists or counselors. They can refer patient to a doctor.
That is what I was going to say.
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I’ve been having a lot of pretty bad panic attacks recently, so much so that they last between about 1 and half and 3 hours, or so Im told I dont actually remember. I never really truely calm down, as I’m shaking so much I tend to just were myself out and fall asleep/unconscious? I’m really beginning to wonder if it happens again whether i should get my friend to call for a medic to calm me down with something. I’ve been to my GP and I have a refferal to the hospital in a week but if I have an attack before then do you think it would be wise to seek medical attention?
Sorry…
for those asking, im 20 and im not on any meds. Ive had mental health issues for a while, including self harm. My last attack i had I spent hours panicking and fighting with my friend as I was trying desperatly to hurt myself…
You definitely should see a phycyatrist about that. I used to get frequent panic attacks but I started seeing a doctor, got on meds, and I’m fine now.
If you have another panic attack, do not go to the ER right then. All they will do is have you talk to a social worker, put you through procedural tests, and tel you that there is nothing they can do.
Next time try calling your health care provider and they will be able to find an available doctor close to you. However, therapists and psychiatrists book months and years in advance, so don’t expect to find something too close
I feel your pain and sincerely hope you find help to get past this.
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I’ve been having a lot of pretty bad panic attacks recently, so much so that they last between about 1 and half and 3 hours, or so Im told I dont actually remember. I never really truely calm down, as I’m shaking so much I tend to just were myself out and fall asleep/unconscious? I’m really beginning to wonder if it happens again whether i should get my friend to call for a medic to calm me down with something. I’ve been to my GP and I have a refferal to the hospital in a week but if I have an attack before then do you think it would be wise to seek medical attention?
Sorry…
for those asking, im 20 and im not on any meds. Ive had mental health issues for a while, including self harm. My last attack i had I spent hours panicking and fighting with my friend as I was trying desperatly to hurt myself…
You definitely should see a phycyatrist about that. I used to get frequent panic attacks but I started seeing a doctor, got on meds, and I’m fine now.
If you have another panic attack, do not go to the ER right then. All they will do is have you talk to a social worker, put you through procedural tests, and tel you that there is nothing they can do.
Next time try calling your health care provider and they will be able to find an available doctor close to you. However, therapists and psychiatrists book months and years in advance, so don’t expect to find something too close
I feel your pain and sincerely hope you find help to get past this.
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Okay my first question has to do with panic attacks. Anytime I drink like, a cappucino or an energy drink, I have a panic attack. Do I need to get treatment/medicine for this, or should I just let it go?
Second question. Sometimes I have this excessive excitement. Like I'll look at my friend count on myspace, and picture it going up and up in my mind and i'll put my fingers up by my mouth and twiddle them together and have an awkward breathing pattern. I also do this when I think about pulling a car into a driveway and the wheels turning and going up the bump, but it mostly happens with things with numbers, such as profile views, friend counts, text message counts, etc. I also do it when I play video games. I've been doing this 'excessive excitement' thing since I was like 4. I remember playing Mario Kart and doing it. I've never seen anyone else do it or have this kind of thing happen to them, and I'm wondering what it is.
well, i have an anxiety problem and i know that caffiene only triggers attacks, so stay away! you might want to find a therapist for that other part, im not sure…sorry im not more help. good luck.
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I think im having an anxiety attack but my bp was up today but at the same time the school nurse thinks the machine isnt working well. I have a normal ekg ecg and circulation my usuall bp is 125/75 i was anxious while getting bp checked today my heart was beating harder than if i did 25 jumping jacks. Im getting this poping pinching pain in my chest area. I got little sleep last night and had a arguement today
Anxiety is due to fear. To overcome fear you have to identify what you are afraid of and then face it . The difficulty may be in identifying it as fears my be subconscious. I also think you are a little obsessed with your health maybe even somewhat a hypochondriac. I especially think this is true if you are young. Fear of dying from ill health may be the fear you have to overcome. If your anxiety persists see a gp physician for possible recommendation to a psychologist or psychiatrist.A panic attack can have symptoms which can be confused with a heart attack.
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What is it that makes people get scared & fear of dieing when they are getting chest pains due to cause they suffer from Anxiety? why do chest pains make you feel this way?!
Your talking about Panic Attacks. A real panic attack makes you hyperventilate hence you get pains, feel like you can not breath, dizziness and pins & needles in your feet and hands, so the more you panic the worse it gets. Its call the Flight and Fear response, from the Cave Man days when it gave him the adrenaline to run from screaming beasts or whatever. I was convinced I was having a Stroke. I thought I’d been having them for about 7 years but then i had what I call a real one and it was bad. It’s feels very physical and is an chemical imbalance in your brain mainly caused by too much stress. Hence the anxiety tablet help sort out the chemical level.
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What is it that makes people get scared & fear of dieing when they are getting chest pains due to cause they suffer from Anxiety? why do chest pains make you feel this way?!
Your talking about Panic Attacks. A real panic attack makes you hyperventilate hence you get pains, feel like you can not breath, dizziness and pins & needles in your feet and hands, so the more you panic the worse it gets. Its call the Flight and Fear response, from the Cave Man days when it gave him the adrenaline to run from screaming beasts or whatever. I was convinced I was having a Stroke. I thought I’d been having them for about 7 years but then i had what I call a real one and it was bad. It’s feels very physical and is an chemical imbalance in your brain mainly caused by too much stress. Hence the anxiety tablet help sort out the chemical level.
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His father passed away, and my dads body was tensed, his stomach hurt, his hands started to tingle and his chest tensed up, and it was hard for him to breathe, what is a treatment
we went tothe doctor and they gave him relaxation pills
Xanax and yoga. Also, you might want to see if grief counseling would be an option. That might not be his cup of tea, but keep it in mind.
Sorry about your loss.
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His father passed away, and my dads body was tensed, his stomach hurt, his hands started to tingle and his chest tensed up, and it was hard for him to breathe, what is a treatment
we went tothe doctor and they gave him relaxation pills
Xanax and yoga. Also, you might want to see if grief counseling would be an option. That might not be his cup of tea, but keep it in mind.
Sorry about your loss.
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