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EightiesDiva, If there is anything you need me to clarify, please let me know. Sometimes I think faster than I type and I am not to clear. Thanks for supporting "somename". Your support in a valuable tool for everyone. Josie
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Somename, You will find the support here! As I said, these people are awesome supporters and sometimes know more than us moderators! You have done the right thing and just take it step by step. You will get there! Josie
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Thanks Diva, I am [i]very[/i] glad to know that I'm not alone! I don't know much about Cobra, but someone mentioned something to me that because I have such a small amount of money that I might be able to get state assistance. I hope to look into that but I know I'll have to leave, and I suppose I'm avoiding that -- even though I know it's unhealthy. When I go even a few feet from my apartment I get those [u]frustrating[/u] panic attacks! It just feels so real, like I'm going to die, even though I know I won't. You know what I mean. :) Anyway, I'm 22. I hate to think that I will spend the rest of my life afraid to have a panic attack. I'm sure you know what I mean! It's terrible that we go through this. I hate to repeat myself, but I'm just so happy to know that I'm not alone. =D Diva, what are the varying factors? I've looked through some posts; have you posted it? What helps you to leave the house? I'm so curious to know what another person goes through regarding this. I knew I wasn't actually alone, but a part of me wondered ... "Am I?" There is comfort in truly knowing that one is not alone.
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Thank you, Josie. I have started the panic program and hope that will offer some relief. Right now, I am a little terrified at just the idea of "exposure therapy" -- I hope to see that in a different light sometime soon. I just hope that through the support of a group of understanding people, I can get myself enough out of this so that I can get out of my house. I haven't gone anywhere ****her than my mailbox since the middle of May. I know there are free clinics around, but they are about 50 miles from my house! So it's pretty scary for now. I guess what I'm trying to say is that I am looking for support, and I think I've found it. :)
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somename...i have barely left the house since january 31st so you are not alone in this...my reasons are varying factors...i am sorry you are going thru this right now...Josie has some nice suggestions but it is difficult thing to understand...is there anyway you can get cobra...it is an affordable insurance that you can be on perhaps..how old are you? best wishes in your quest...
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somename789, We are here to help and there are many things that you can do. Please continue to share your thoughts with us. There are many people within this support group that share the same questions and concerns as you. We are all a group of individuals who support each other. If you look to the left of the screen under "TOOLS" you will find many supportive tests. These tests are not diagnostic tools and are not a replacement or substitute for a physician's advice. The purpose of these tests is to prepare you with information that you can present to your physician. When you're finished the test, you can either print your Final Report or email it directly to your doctor. Try looking into nearby clinics that are free, and bring the test to the clinic. This will better assess the situation. We also have developed a Panic Program. This program is 12-weeks and involves the tools mentioned above. Each session is based on the previous session, so we strongly advise that you work slowly through the program and not jump ahead. Also included in our program is an excellent "Exposure Therapy" tool. These tests may or may not be for you but they are "free". If you have any question or concerns with our €œTOOLS€, you can contact at support@paniccenter.net. We are the Support Specialist for The Panic Center and are open to any questions or concerns you may have. Please post often, there is an amazing online support group with wonderful knowledge and support to share. Hope this helps, Josie
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I apologize before hand if this is a long post. I absolutely have agoraphobia. I seem to have only had it since March this year, but it has gotten rather bad in (what seems to be) a very short amount of time. I cannot leave my apartment. I have a hard time checking the mail. I'm terrified of driving. I haven't driven in over a month, in fact. I haven't been able to drive without having a panic attack and needing to pull over since March. I know I have a problem. My boyfriend, while sympathetic, cannot really understand, so my support is limited. I do not have medical insurance, and cannot get it. That is very complicated, but please, take my word for it. I have little to no money. Can anyone please offer some suggestions or advice? I understand that avoidance is one of my big issues. I [i]know[/i] this. I just don't seem to know how to jump that hurdle; how can I move beyond understanding and recognizing my problem to working on a solution? Please help me. My panic attacks are pretty severe and I find myself avoiding more and more things. Some days it is a struggle to get out of bed to face all of my irrational fears. I cannot express how invaluable any valid advice would be at this point. Since the emoticons seems to lack this particular expression, assume that I am offering a hopeful smile... Thanks.

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