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  • About Me

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    ItsKimi

    Female, 40
    St. Louis, MO, USA
    Member since April 30, 2007

    • About Me

      Hi, I'm Kimi. I've had panic disorder since 1993 when my best friend died. (I was supposed to have been with him that night.) He died January 30, 1993. I start to think it's getting better, then it hits me all over again. I work from home as a medical transcriptionist because the attacks are just too much to handle, and the panic disorder has now turned into agoraphobia as well. I'm hoping to meet some new online friends who can relate.

      Hi, I'm Kimi. I've had panic disorder since 1993 when my best friend died. (I was supposed to have been with him that night.) He died January 30, 1993. I start to think it's getting better, then it hits me all over again. I work from home as a medical transcriptionist because the attacks are just too much to handle, and the panic disorder has now turned into agoraphobia as well. I'm hoping to meet some new online friends who can relate.

    • Interests

      I just read this and it needs to be redone! LOL I do love hanging with my nieces as much as I can. When I'm feeling 'brave' I love to get out to movies, the mall, dinner with friends, etc. I LOVE Led Zeppelin, but mainly Robert Plant. I absolutely love the man and his music. I love helping others, as corny as it may sound, but it's true. I love working on cars (now that I'm old enough to have new cars and not work on my own! LOL) and really just trying to fix anything that won't work. How is it that I still have panic??? xoxo

      I just read this and it needs to be redone! LOL I do love hanging with my nieces as much as I can. When

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    • High Five

      From K9Linda October 9

      Way to go girl! Rootin' for ya! Keep on climbing the mountain!

    • Superhero Status

      From Marigolds October 8

      You are such a Sweetheart...I know your Gramgram just loved seeing you !! keep on getting better..i know you can do it !!
      Love and hugs xoxoxo

    • Ray of Sunshine

      From Marigolds October 7

      Kimiiii...how ARE you. I have a feeling you're doing just great !! Right ??
      Love you lots Sweetie
      .Many hugs xoxo

    • Kiss

      From LoneShooter September 29

      Hey Kimi, what's up girl? Sorry I haven't gotten back to answering this hug but I'm not ever on DS anymore. Come check me out at www.facebook.com.jeff.o.grayson

    • See You Later

      From iloverabbits September 26

      i do remember doing that. but i don't remember what you wrote! lol. i'll def drop you a line sometime but right now i have to go watch project runway.lol. later

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  • Goals

    Progress

    40 %

    Goal End Date is Dec 8, 08 350 days ago.
    Distance (miles)
    110

    Progress

    25 %

    Goal End Date is Jun 19, 08 522 days ago.
    Days (Days)
    6
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    • Close Panic Attacks

      Hi, I've had panic disorder since 1993. My panic attacks have been so bad at times I didn't know what I would do. I realized that I am pretty much the only one who can help me, and I'm hoping that will empower me. :) I'm 39 and feel like so many years of my life have been wasted with this, and I want to move on and leave these attacks behind!

      Treatments

      Ativan Working / Worked
      This was good for a time. I don't think anyone should be on it for years, and I'm coming off now.
      BuSpar Working / Worked
      I don't take it too often. I think it helps some, kinda hard to tell. No bad side effects.
      Effexor Not Working
      Allergic reaction.
      EMDR Working / Worked
      I love EMDR. It has really helped me with some issues that cause my anxiety.
      Psychotherapy Working / Worked
      I go weekly and I highly recommend it.
      Rescue Remedy Not Working
      This didn't help me. I think my panic is far too advanced for this formula.
      Zoloft Somewhat Helpful
      It's hard to say. If I stop taking it for a while I can tell a difference within a couple months. I just think I should feel better than I do.
    • Close Anxiety

      I've had anxiety/panic since 1993. I'm trying to find others who can relate, and share experiences with. I don't want to be a slave to medication or panic anymore.

      Treatments

      Ativan Working / Worked
      This was given to me long-term, it should be for a p.r.n. basis.
      Breathwork Working / Worked
      Awesome!
      BuSpar Working / Worked
      Very helpful.
      Hypnotherapy Working / Worked
      Love it!
    • Open Bereavement
      Type: Loss of a Parent

      I lost my dad on June 6, 2006, though ACTUALLY it was November 17, 2005. I am wondering if anyone has the same problem as me. My dad's wife moved him away from us and we learned of his death quite by accident. His wife never contacted us nor did she mention us in the obituary. I am having a hard time coming to terms with it because as you can imagine there is absolutely no closure. I feel lost, angry, confused, all sorts of different emotions and I feel like I will never be the same me again.

      Treatments

      Crying Working / Worked
      I find I don't cry as much as I first did, but some days his death slaps me in the face like it just happened.
      Prayer Working / Worked
      It must work because I am still getting through each day. :)
      Psychotherapy Working / Worked
      I talk to my counseler, whom I see for panic disorder, about this. Can't tell if it helps or not.
    • Open Phobia
      Type: Agoraphobia (fear of open spaces)

      I've been agoraphonic for at least the past 3 years. I rarely leave my house. It started with panic/anxiety disorder, which morphed into agoraphobia. I'm working on trying to get out, and hope to find others who are trying as well.

      Treatments

      Hypnotherapy Working / Worked
      It has helped somewhat, as I can go to the grocery store with someone, just not alone yet.
      EMDR Working / Worked
      EMDR definitely helps me.
    • Open Caregivers

      Hi! My mom has MS and has since about 1988. She has secondary chronic-progressive and is bedridden. She has lived with me since 1997 or so, and I wouldn't have it any other way. I'm not here so much as for support as I am to talk to others in similar situations to make sure I truly am doing all I can for Mom.

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