Agoraphobia & Social Anxiety Support Group

Agoraphobia is an anxiety disorder, often precipitated by the fear of having a panic attack in a setting from which there is no easy means of escape. As a result, sufferers of agoraphobia may avoid public and/or unfamiliar places. In severe cases, the sufferer may become confined to their home, experiencing difficulty traveling from this "safe place."

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Catlovers141 01/18/2009

I am the type of person that will go to school and try hard even when I am physically ill or socially afraid. This time, however, I am planning on skipping school because I am just way too nervous about an upcoming camera project that I have to do. I feel so ashamed and disappointed in myself because I like to think of myself as someone who consistently moves forward, but the fact that I can't do this at all really upsets me and I don't know what to do.

Catlovers141 01/19/2009

That last sentence was a really good point, lol.

Thank you =]

deleted_user 01/19/2009

Try not to be too hard on yourself. Missing a little bit of school because of your anxiety isn't something you need to feel ashamed about. You can still be someone who consistently moves forward, but remember that no one moves forward 100% of the time! I've missed a lot of school due to my anxiety but I found that most people were really understanding and willing to help me get back on track. Maybe try talking to the school about your situation and see if they have any advice. Good lucky:)

deleted_user 01/19/2009

I mean good luck, lol. I don't know why there was a y at the end!

deleted_user 01/20/2009

The school may not just have good advice; they may be able to offer some sort of accomodation. Anxiety is covered under the ADA, and the school will likely have someone you can meet with that will discuss your concerns with you with total confidentiality.

It's a dual edged sword. Asking for help may get you through the class and make you feel better. Pushing forward on your own may give you strength in overcoming something like this in the future.

Either way, don't be too hard on yourself. Small steps lead to giant strides.

Want2Bbetter 01/20/2009

Definately go to the counselor or your teacher and tell them you have anxiety/panic. It's not uncommon and you won't be the first.

deleted_user 01/21/2009

Please don't feel ashamed be proud you are moving forward you just have alot on your plate pace your self then you won't feel so overwhelmed anytime you need to talk im here

Catlovers141 01/21/2009

Thank you all so much for your replies. It was nice to hear from everyone who has written so far.

I was just rereading some of the responses that I got, and the first one I replied to must have gotten deleted because I can't find it...

Anyways, thanks. If anyone ever wants to write to me I'm here. =]

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