Dear Everyone,
Has anyone been successful in withdrawing from their anti anxiety medication? I am so ready to do it. But, of course, am fearful. I would consult with my Doctor, and we have already spoken of it, but, I just don't know. This would be a dream of mine. Any ideas. I know it is alot to ask, but, this is group. ;)
Maria
Dear Anne-Marie,
Thank you for the good idea. I intend to tell him of this sight the next time I see him or maybe sooner.
You are so nice to monitor us and give such smart and uplifting support.
Thank you for being there,
Maria
Hi Sara, glad to meet you,
I think you will find the 'group' a real asset in evaluating your progress, setbacks, triumphs, etc, as you deal with your issues. Sounds like you have panic attacks - I know the 'beast' well. If you navigate this site and read many of the posts, you will find out many many people have panic attacks - also, you will see how people cope with them, their different strategies, etc.
To speak about your not being able to spend time with your friends - I can relate.
I cannot tell you how many times I have been looking forward to going someplace with someone (even going to work, essential things have had to be put on the back burner because of a panic attack) - and, at the last minute, the panic starts and I have to make some excuse, and end up sitting at home - afraid to go out because I don't want to have a episode in front of anyone - it is incredibly embarrassing - so, what stage of panic attacks would you say you are at.
The good news is, it won't kill you. It is just such a terrifying happening to say the least. How are you dealing with it?
Bye for now,
Maria
P.S. Glad you found this site, you will meet alot of really nice people in this group. There is nothing you can say that will surprise any of us - we know what you are going through. Using this as a tool, like being in group, you may find comforting.
Dear Anne-Marie,
A setback for me is when I sit back and find myself not working on my panic strategies. Just giving in to the fear, staying home more and more - and not fighting! I feel so much better about myself, regarding my panic attacks, when I do things like this, talking to others, reaching out - reading more about this panic thing - I know I need to go the doctor for an echo for my MVP - I feel it is a 'setback' when I am not right on top of my panic disorder and let it take me over! I must fight!
Bye for now,
Maria
Does anyone think our panic attacks are a direct reaction to the society in which we live?
Do you think we would have panic attacks if we lived up the side of a beautiful mountain with the only stress we would have is if we caught enough fish for the evening camp fire?
I'm thinkin' of movin' to the wilderness. I must say, in all seriousness, it has crossed my mind.
Nite Nite,
Maria
Dear Sara,
I read your post over and over. I got so many feelings from your words. My first feeling was I wish I knew you, you sound like such a sensitive, loving person. Second feeling was one of compassion. Not only for you, but for all of us who suffer from this seemingly uncontrolable disorder. Third feeling was anger. Anger at the disorder itself. After dealing with it for so many years, reading and hearing about other peoples' struggles with it, I ended up with a discouraged 'feeling'. However, nothing will ever stop me from fighting it.
I want you to know that I have 'freaked out' in front of many different people, friends and strangers. And, the ones who put their arms around me or held my hand with compassion and understanding and maybe even love, I consider my real friends, and people with love in their hearts. The people that chose to 'not' understand and run in fear, so to speak (thinking something was 'wrong' with me) are missing a very important componant in their lives, and that is 'genuine concern' for their fellow human beings.
I will not allow anyone's reaction to my panic attacks or agoraphobia to stand in the way of me trying to be the best person I can be. I will not allow their misunderstanding of my 'issues' to hurt me, to make me feel any less of a person. I know who I am in my heart and soul, and that person is good.
I have learned to love myself despite my shortcomings & strange ways.
I love to write poetry, and, do a pretty good job of it. Have you ever tried to journal your feelings?
Bye for now,
Maria
Dear Brian,
Your post was very interesting. I have been prescribed many different medications over the years, also. It seems the Doctors really and truly do not know what causes panic disorders. And some, treat panic along side of depression. So, what I did, after I really got tired of all the meds., is stop taking the anti depressives. I have learned to handle depression on my own, I have looked it in the face, and conquered it. Next, the anti convulsion drug. I too, was presribed Klonopin - I have never had a seizure in my life. So, after researching Klonopin, I asked my Doctor if he thought it was really necessary. He said yes. I went for another opinion. I am now only taking one med. for anxiety.
What I am trying to say, is this. I am not a Doctor, and am only speaking from my own experiences. But, it sounds to me like you are over medicated. Sometimes you must evaluate yourself! Only you know how the medications make your head feel - only you can get inside your head. So, give that some thought, and, maybe speak with another doctor to get a second opinion.
Tell me more about your dreams, I would really like to hear about them.
Bye for now,
Maria
Dear Brian,
Send that message/request to Anne-Marie, the site administrator - or the Support Center's e-mail address - then, figure out when everyone is on. I check in usually, a few times a day. I have taken it on as a responsiblility as well as a way to get 'support'myself. I would not expect anyone to respond to me if I wasn't willing to participate, also. I asked when I joined the group if I ever needed instant support, let's say I was freaking out here at home. My answer was yes. So, let me know what you find out and how the 'site' responds to you. Maybe we need to post an S.O.S. or something?
Bye for now,
Maria
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