
Panic Attacks Support Group
A panic attack is a period of intense fear or discomfort, typically with an abrupt onset and usually lasting no more than thirty minutes. Symptoms include trembling, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, sweating, nausea, dizziness, hyperventilation, and sensations of choking or smothering. Panic attacks can be very sudden, appear to be unprovoked, and are often...
kindness and support is appropriate for those who have decided to live with panic disorder for the rest of their lives
arrogance and even rudeness is needed for those who want to get better, or who might be shocked into attempting recovery
there is a fundamental problem with all agoraphobia and panic attack boards and groups, about half are looking for sympathy and kindness while they continue to live with it
the others are looking for advice as they attempt to get better, how do I inspire these without insulting and annoying the others who want to continue to live with it
I have been expelled from other groups and boards for pointing this contradiction out
one example is those who think benzos are worse than dealing with the panic alone.
you just can't reason with them. they have to learn for themselves...maybe the hard way or never.