What I do is usually take my AP, then try to stay out of stimulating environments, where the noises, distractions, and other individuals can set me off.

If I can't do that (like at work), I try to find a quiet and calm place to work and stay there until I go home.

When I am home, and everything is just chaos, I try to distract myself with calming activities, whether that is a time out, a bath, a walk, playing with my pets, or talking to a friend.

And most importantly, take it easy on yourself!

I agree with Diva....AP and distraction! I'm sorry your feeling this way, I know it feels really bad.

It doesnt last forever sweetie, just keep holding on ok :)

Have you tried reading a book,that slows down my racing thoughts.I've started an interesting book by Pema Chodron,an American born Tibetan Buddhist.It's called Comfortable with Uncertainty,108 teaching. Best wishes,Marc

if your feeling that way the best thing to do is call your pdoc and see what he or she says

I have a needy husband and two kids so its hard to find a quiet place lol. I try to go in my mind and just think calming thoughts. Its hard to concentrate but my therapist says iv learner to b very good at this.

No really just try n calm urself from the inside.u cant control whts happening around u but SOMETIMES, certainly not always or i wouldn't be bp, I can tlk to myself inside. Warning it only works until someone calls ur name.

Good luck.

I know how you feel. My anxiety has been debilitating the last few weeks, but it's comforting for me to know we're not alone. My phrase is 'whatever happens, it is ok' and that seems to calm me down. Fear seems to make me anxious... fear of the unknown.
I found this: www.ilovepanicattacks.com it's a weird name, but has brilliant insight into how to stop anxiety.
I hope it helps!

(((Charming))))~~

I'm sorry you're agitated. When I get that way, I also get really aggravated with myself which makes the whole thing a runaway trainwreck.

One thing I learned is breathing techniques that now have the ability to calm me down. This suggestion doesn't work when you're in crisis because it takes some time to become effective.

I also have anxiety medication (hydroxyzine pamoate) that I can take as needed and that has helped tremendously.

Sending you some peaceful vibes.

wilE~~ You're very lucky to be able to read when agitated. I've tried to train myself to be able to but it's just not happening. :(