Thanks for the info Jen. However, we have to be careful what we read on the web! It is wise to see you doctor (as you are doing so) to get the proper information when clinically diagnosing.
Good Luck!
Melanie
This is going to be an option Melinda. Your idea is on a list of other way to make this site better for all of us! Once it is a go, I will for sure let everyone know.
Thanks for the input this really helps us help you :).
Cheers,
Melanie
I have also been reading about Dianetics Bianca and Betty. I have found that Dianetics and Scientology are two different spiritual aspects.
Dianetics uncovers the source of unwanted sensations and emotions, accidents, injuries and psychosomatic illnesses, and sets forth effective handlings for these conditions. Further research into the spiritual aspects of Dianetics led to the discovery of Scientology.
Scientology, on the other hand, is the study and handling of the spirit in relationship to itself, to universes and to other life. Through the practice of Scientology one can increase his spiritual awareness and ability and realize his own immortality
Hope this helps?
Melanie
(Information obtained from The Church Of Scientology)
Hi Shawn,
Welcome to our online support group. If you look to the left of the screen you will see the heading "TOOLS". Here you will find that we offer a range of tests, diaries, and most importantly our Panic Program.
Our Panic Program is based on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a psychological treatment. It is a combination of cognitive therapy, which can modify or eliminate unwanted thoughts and beliefs, and behavioural therapy, which aims to help the individual change their behaviour in response to those thoughts (Online Health Encyclopedia, 2004). The Panic Program is divided into twelve weekly sessions. Each session is based on the previous session, so we strongly advise that you work slowly through the program and not jump ahead.
We hope that these are the coping methods that you are looking for? Remember, these tools are free Shawn! If you have any questions or concerns to get you started please feel free to post them on the site or e-mail us at support@paniccenter.net.
Looking forward to hearing from you again soon!
Take Care,
Melanie
Hey guys!
Why don't you try using the Panic Diary and see if in months to come you have the same emotions leading up to your menstrual cycle? As for menopause, you can go to your Doctor and he/she can check your blood levels to see if you are indeed going through the change.
Hope this helps!
Melanie
Studies have shown that panic and anxiety may lead to unbalanced hormone levels in women. Reason being, is due to our genetic make-up. Our reproductive hormones are constantly fluctuating until after we reach menopause. Studies are ongoing and there are currently two studies that I have to finish reading before I can post any new information. I will continue resarching this topic for you! Once I find any new material I will be sure to let you all know.
Melanie
You have come to the right place! This is where you can form your group and talk about what is on your mind. You will find that we are all open any questions or concerns. Please continue to post with us and please take advantage of the free "TOOLS" to the left of this screen.
Take care,
Melanie
Melinda,
It certainly does sound like you have intrusive (disturbing) thoughts, which is known as a symptom of OCD. We at The Panic Center encourage you to, if possible, to get some professional help in planning your exposure work. The other thing you should do is try to reduce any "safety behaviour" (i.e. compulsions) that is associated with the obsessive thought. Most people with OCD, they have an obsessive thought, which causes anxiety. They then reduce the anxiety by performing some compulsive behaviour (washing, checking, arranging, praying or mentally "undoing"). The compulsion works until the next time they have the obsessive thought. Then they have to engage in the compulsive behaviour all over again. You are right, people with OCD and people without OCD have the same kinds of thoughts. It's what the thought "means" to you that is important. Psychologists say that you are winning against OCD when you recognize an obsessive thought as "just an obsessive thought." Attempts to hold back the disturbing thought only make it seem more "important."
For example:
Try to not think of a "white bear." The more you try not to think about it the more you can't stop thinking about it. The similarly here is trying not to think about disturbing thoughts only makes them seem more "important."
In general, one component of treatment for OCD involves getting people to gradually reduce their compulsive behaviour and "exposing" themselves to the discomfort (anxiety) created by not performing the compulsion. The second main component for treatment of OCD involves getting people to do exposure work in which they "expose" themselves to their disturbing thoughts. A third component of treatment for OCD involves getting people to use thought records to challenge what the disturbing thoughts "mean," including, for example, their sense of responsibility for bad things happening to other people.
If you need ay more information about OCD, please check out the homepage of the Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Foundation.
Hi Bella,
It is fairly common for people to experience some withdrawal symptoms that can include dizziness, nervousness, insomnia, and agitation when they miss doses or stop taking there medications.
It is important to note that a doctor can help you make decisions about stopping medications and help you do it in a way (known as "titrating down" or "tapering down") that will help minimize side effects. If you are thinking about stopping your other medications, talk to your doctor first.
Take care,
Melanie
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