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  • About Me

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    WhymZ

    Female, 36
    Plantation, FL, USA
    Member since March 4, 2008

    • About Me

      I'm 34 yrs old and have been suffering debilatating panic disorder with agorophobia for the past 5 yrs. I am unable to work and "feel" like a burden to my family. I have been working hard to change my mental state of being and way of thinking. Some days are easier than others. For some reason I keep thinking of Dory from Nemo... "Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming..."

      I'm 34 yrs old and have been suffering debilatating panic disorder with agorophobia for the past 5 yrs. I am unable to work and "feel" like a burden to my family. I have been working hard to change my mental state of being and way of thinking. Some days are easier than others. For some reason I keep thinking of Dory from Nemo... "Just keep swimming, swimming, swimming..."

    • Interests

      I love my family, I love to read, write poetry, paint, play guitar and listen to music. I am starting to learn to LOVE these things again and to incorporate them back into my life.

      I love my family, I love to read, write poetry, paint, play guitar and listen to music. I am starting

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    • 1 ankle, and I RAN....

      Mood November 11, 2008 9:41am

      Today is another day to take another step forward. We had some drama this weekend. Katrina hurt her ankle when we were walking the dog on Saturday. …

    • Feeling........

      Mood October 30, 2008 7:02am

      Gosh, I haven't been around for so long.....I guess that happens. I miss you all so much, and wish I could get myself out of this funk I've …

    • 7.5 mins 10 laps...

      Mood August 14, 2008 9:05am

      Another day, another step forward. I'm struggling, but I'm trying desperately to get back on track. I realized that I stopped doing the …

    • Sometimes....

      Mood August 13, 2008 12:08pm

      Stuff just SUCKS ya know? I have really been struggling with myself. Crawling back into my "hole" and just burrowing further and further. I …

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  • Goals

    Progress

    75 %

    Progress (Days)
    1
    Distance (miles)
    0.29
    Walk & Bike (Mins)
    10

    Progress

    5 %

    Goal End Date is Mar 6, 09 265 days ago.
    Weight Lost (Lbs)
    7.8
    Goal Completed on May 3, 08
  • Support Groups

    • Close Anxiety

      I've been suffering from Anxiety Disorder with Agorophobia for the past 5 years. Unable to work or leave the house on my own. Constant worry about my heart, blood pressure and life in general. Constantly worried that something is "wrong" physically. Taking meds and still am struggling.

      Treatments

      Breathing Exercises Somewhat Helpful
      Cymbalta Too Soon to Tell
      Hopefully will work better to control my anxiety.
      Meditation Too Soon to Tell
      Paxil Not Working
      Did not work changed meds
      Positive Thinking Too Soon to Tell
      Xanax Somewhat Helpful
      Helps to calm my nerves and relax me when I get over nervous.
    • Close Panic Attacks

      I started having constant panic attacks about 5 years ago. It has since come to include agorophobia. I can hardly go outside alone and no where far from my "front porch". I recently had a set back and am hoping to find help here... thanks for having me.

      Treatments

      Effexor Somewhat Helpful
      recently switched to cymbalta on dr.s advice
      Meditation Too Soon to Tell
      Paxil Not Working
      Positive Thinking Somewhat Helpful
      Psychotherapy Working / Worked
      Xanax Working / Worked
      Helps to calm me
    • Open High Blood Pressure

      Was diagnosed with HBP right around the same time as I started having panic attacks again.

      Treatments

      Diovan HCT Too Soon to Tell
    • Open Phobia
      Type: Agoraphobia (fear of open spaces)

      I suffer from agorophobia coupled with panic and anxiety disorder. Looking for friends and folks who understand.

      Treatments

      Acceptance Working / Worked
    • Open Obesity

      I've been "chunky" all my life, but I was always very active. For some reason I kept getting heavier and heavier. I went through some emotionally traumatic things. I suppose the fast food, sweets and starchy stuff hasn't helped. I am looking forward to starting a new HEALTHY life. ANY support is welcome!

      Treatments

      6 Week Body Makeover Somewhat Helpful
      I got exercise bands and a cool book on which exercises to do...
      Avoid Certain Foods / Chemicals Working / Worked
      This works when I do it.
      Elliptical Trainer Working / Worked
      Any exercise helps doesn't it? I gotta start it up again.
      Physical Exercise Working / Worked
      Prayer Working / Worked
      For my sanity and strength to continue to fight for my health.
      Slim-Fast Too Soon to Tell
      Doc said NO no no, causes stones which i'm prone to.
      South Beach Diet Not Working
      BAD BAD BAD again Doc said it's just like Atkins.
      Weight Watchers Considering
      Doc recommends this, I think I can do it. I'm gonna try anyway.
    • Open Diets & Weight Maintenance

      trying to get the fat off. recently started changing my diet and moving more. looking for advice on how to do it right.

      Treatments

      6 Week Body Makeover Somewhat Helpful
      didn't really stick to it. too much food.
      Atkins Diet Not Working
      bad for ya
      Dancing Working / Worked
      This was the best thing EVER until I stopped going out or being able to.
      Eating Healthier Foods Working / Worked
      HOPING.
      Eat Less Working / Worked
      I guess we'll see...
      Physical Exercise Working / Worked
      One of the only things you can be sure of.
      Slim-Fast Not Working
      doc told me it can cause stones...so nope.
      South Beach Diet Not Working
      just like atkins..Doc told me NO.
      Weight Watchers Working / Worked
      hoping to get into it and see if it works.
      Prayer Working / Worked
      For strength and sanity. lol
    • Open Families & Friends Of Addicts

      My sister is addicted to pain pills. I'm terrified for her. I love her so much and worry about her all the time.

      Treatments

      Talking Working / Worked
      Writing Working / Worked
    • Open Pre-menstrual Syndrome (PMS)

      Every month I have about 7-10 "good" days where I am almost normal.

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