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...

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CoraCora 06/30/2015

Hi guys!
Havent been here for awhile..but I need some support. I know that everyone in here probably have the same problem...I just want to know how you manage with it?
I feel nervous, I quake, I have wet palms and soles...I am edgy and scared at the same time. I hate this feeling, and I hate and blame myself when I have these symptoms. I dont know what to do anymore. I used to practice yoga, meditated...I red lots of book...I also did decoupage to destract myself....
The point is that everything is at a certain point GREAT, but just ONE panic attack crashes and ruins every good thought and feeling..and insteed of 3 steps forward I am 5 steps back... :(
Your advices are welcomed!!
Cora

darksky602 06/30/2015

I downloaded Stop Panic and Anxiety app for my phone and take headphones with me where ever I go. There is an assistance audio on there that I find really helpful and it helps to calm me down.

Also I am looking into different CBT programs, joining support groups like this, talking about my attacks and learning everything I can. I even went and looked up acupressure on youtube and it either helps for real or is just a mental distraction, but I like it :)

I have come to the conclusion that anxiety / panic attacks are part of my life. Having one is VERY unpleasant, but doesn't mean we are losing ground. The time in between the attacks is what we should focus on. Living those days, or for some of us hours, to the best of our ability.

Also I am trying cymbalta now for depression and anxiety and use valium 10 mg when needed. I start with the breathing, meditation, relaxation and that normally solves the panic, but for the days or situations where it does not, medicine is my fall back option.

butterfly1986 07/02/2015

Hey Cora, I understand what your going through. I also practice yoga and meditation which have really helped me with my panic attacks but I do struggle with often not feeling truly relaxed m. I usually feel jittery and uneasy. I had a panic attack last night after of months with out one at it also feels like such a huge set back for me. I guess one of the main things is practicing positive thinking and not being so hard on ourselves if we have a bad moment. Hope you feel better!

CoraCora 07/03/2015

Hellooo, thanks for ur replies. It means a lot when someone understand..
@darksky602 I downloaded Panic Away (Joe Barry)..its a great book, I find it very helpful. There is also a chapter about acupressure, so I know what you mean. The problem is that I know all the theory...but sometimes when panic attack hits me..I cant think clerly. It blurs my mind..you know what I mean. I am trying to think positive, but sometimes its sooooo hard.
@butterfly Today I fell ok. How are you?? I understand you complitely. Its great for your anxiety to do yoga and meditate..but panic attacks come so unexpectedly. I also practice positive thinking...I have few books, very helpful..Panic Away (Joe Barry), Rhonda Byrnes (The Magic, The Power and Secret)..and Louise L. Hay...she is my favorite. Few weeks ago I bought her newest book Loving Yourself to GREAT HEALT. Its great. There is also The power is within you AND You can heal your life :) try!!! I found lots of great positive thoughts and mantras :)
Kisses from Mediterranean :)

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