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I have been waking up in a panic attack for months. The minute I open my eyes I just start crying. I sleep as long as I can because I am afraid to wake up and go through that. I know that my situation has a lot to do with it. I have always been depressive but the last couple of years have just been so hard.
The worst part is that my 19 yr. old son see's this all the time. I don't want my mental problems to have a detrimental effect on him. But, I know it has.
I am caring for my 91 yr. old father who is senile and my oldest son is going to prison. I am soo miserable. sometimes I just want it all to be over, but that is not the answer.
I joined this group because I thought maybe if I could talk to other people like me that it would make it easier to go on day to day. I hope to make some friends here and maybe help some people along the way.
Thanks for listening.
Briste
The worst part is that my 19 yr. old son see's this all the time. I don't want my mental problems to have a detrimental effect on him. But, I know it has.
I am caring for my 91 yr. old father who is senile and my oldest son is going to prison. I am soo miserable. sometimes I just want it all to be over, but that is not the answer.
I joined this group because I thought maybe if I could talk to other people like me that it would make it easier to go on day to day. I hope to make some friends here and maybe help some people along the way.
Thanks for listening.
Briste
I do the same thing quite often. I will wake up and be in a panic attack and not know why since I just opened my eyes! I read somewhere that going to sleep with positive thoughts in our head can sometimes help. Also, don't just lay there, as soon as you feel the panic coming on, get up and move around. Do you have anything for the panic attacks? Maybe the doctor will prescribe something mellow for you until you can get them under control. I use to dread going to sleep knowing what to expect in the morning. I had an attack a few nights ago. We all deal with it differently but I really do suggest getting out of that bed as soon as you can because the longer we lay there, the more our heart races and the worse we feel.. I hope you find the help you are looking for here and again, welcome.. Hugs GB
P.S. There is also an anxiety group here at DS that might help you as well. Both are good sites to be on.
I also used to wake up in panic attacks. After weeks with very little sleep and lots of anxiety I finally went to my doctor. She prescribed me lorazepam to take at night and it did wonders. I hate to rely on meds but I needed it.
I also care for my elderly grandparents. I know it's a very difficult and stressful responsibility. I feel like ripping my hair out, a lot of the time. It's very hard dealing with old people, especially when they're senile. I actually think my grandmother is starting to lose her mind. She's just not all there anymore. It's a painful and depressing thing to have to watch.
I'm sorry to hear about your son. My dad spent most of my childhood in prison. He actually ended up committing a murder/suicide, 2 years ago. That was when I hit rock bottom, and I still feel like I'm sinking. When he was in prison, we kept in touch through letters. I got a letter from him almost every week, and I would be so happy when I would see one sitting in the mailbox from him. It helped pass the time. You should do that with your son, unless he is close enough for you to go visit. My dad was on the other side of the country, so I never got to see him.
This site is a great way to connect with people that are going through similar things. I have met so many amazing people on here. Keep coming here and keep posting. It really helps a lot. You're not alone here. HUGS.
P.S. I agree with BrooklynnMB, Lorazepam is very helpful when having panic attacks. I used to take it at bedtime or whenever I felt a panic attack coming on. I don't like to rely on meds either, but sometimes you just have to.
Panic attacks are scary. For me it feels like something takes over my body and mind and I want to jump out of my skin. Sometimes I can feel it coming on and I can stop it by refocusing my attention. Maybe just staying in bed doing some relaxation techniques (like deep breathing) accepting what's happening at the time, not trying to fight it can help. Once you get into a calmer space you will be ready to start the day.
Shanafibi :)
As for the panic attacks, try to breath deeply and keep telling yourself that you are dying and it will stop in few minutes. I have been there, rushed myself to ER more than one time thinking I was having a heart attack. But, when I started this breathing and telling myself I was not dying, they pretty much went away. Just try to stay clam and it will go away, getting upset or excited that you are having one just makes it worse.