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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Melis 05/08/2018

Hi there everyone,

This is my first time doing something like this but I thought it may be a good idea for some support. I am 25 years old and I have dealt with generalized anxiety my entire life. I had it under control at some points in my life with therapy and medication. However, this past month has been hell for me. I have developed monophobia (fear of being alone) and it is affecting my life in all aspects. My family is supportive but they are starting to get overwhelmed with my ongoing attacks, I can't focus on my job, my relationships are crumbling. Today, my mother actually flew out internationally to visit her sick father. I will be home alone (I work from home) for a week. She left 6 hours ago and I have already took 2 xanax's today. I feel so alone because I have never heard of anyone having a fear like mine. Currently, I am seeing a psychiatrist and I started on Prozac 40 mg (only on day 7) and 0.25mg xanax as needed (my psychiatrist knows my mom was leaving so she gave me some xanax-thank god). I also have been seeing counseling and that helped me temporarily. Recently, I did an intake at my hospital to join an Intensive Outpatient Program. I am waiting on a call back from them so I can start my 12 weeks. I just could use some friends here that can relate to me and maybe offer some kind words. Its about to be night time and thats going to be scary for me to sleep in a quiet dark home.

I look forward to hearing from you guys,

Thank you!

-Melis

AnxiousBreeze 05/08/2018

I am 36 and have had panic attacks for 20 years. They are crippling for me. I take zoloft and klonopin. I habe tried many ssris over the years tho. Exercise helps me the most besides the meds and also talking to others who actually get it. Ive actually had alot of therapists who are not well versed on panic disorder. So keep researching. Keep being your advocate. I think that program you signed up for sounds amazing. Id love to do something like a structured program. Good luck. Always a message away.

Melis 05/09/2018

Hi AnxiousBreeze,

Thank you so much for your message. It really is an everyday battle. I woke up again in an anxious state. I actually have been up since 3am. I feel so out of it today. Hoping the program gives me a call today.

summerbabe88 05/09/2018

Hey there! Welcome!!! You will find a lot of support here. I have had times and still do in which I suffer panic if I am alone. For me, I simply like the feeling of having some one around. I get panic attacks easily so it helps me calm down knowing I have some one around to talk to or distract me. It's always the "what if.." for me which I have been working to battle. I applaud you for doing all you can do help yourself. It's such a difficult battle we face but we are still here!! What does that say!! We are strong! Feel free to message me if you need anything xoxo

Melis 05/09/2018

I am extremely thankful that I found this group because it is full of nice and supportive people! I like having people around and talking also distracts me too. And omg yes the What Ifs!!!! They forever haunt my brain. I just want to wake up feeling normal again, these negative thoughts ruin every single day for me. I am open to talking to you guys via WhatsApp or text if you want to connect that way too!

Luisrios 05/19/2018

It really helped me to read your post. I love having people around too, it makes me feel safe, but unfortunately the everyday struggle makes me feel alone, and that's the exact point where my anxiety starts, and the repetitive thoughts become a nightmare. Sorry about my english, i just wanted to share my support.

Melis 05/21/2018

Hi Luisrios,

I am here if you want to talk. I have not been doing any better. I feel like my anxiety will never get better, I am so exhausted all the time. I cry every single day.

Diane22 06/01/2018

Melis your anxiety will get better. Its a daily battle for some of us. But you arent fighting alone.

Melis 06/04/2018

Hi Diane,

Thank you for your message and support, I am very happy to have found this group!

Kconnell87 06/04/2018

I'm also struggling nearly the same as you and I have the exact same prescriptions the xanax seems to be all that helps but I warn you it's habit forming and trying to get off it when you do actually get better the withdrawals can send you through these attacks again it's what happened to me my advise to you would be seek out a more long term non narcotic. Hope my mistake helps you here if you need a chat. Stay strong apperently our mind is the only thing that will over come this.

Melis 06/07/2018

Hi Kconnell87,

You are absolutely right about that, our mind is the only thing that can overcome it. Its hard and we have good and bad days but at least we never give up! I havent taken my xanax in almost a month now which I am proud of. My psychiatrist gave me vistaril which is similar to a benedryl and that is a better alternative.

figi97 06/08/2018

Hi there,
I’m new to this forum but not new to panic and anxiety.
If you have the ability to talk it out with a therapist try getting to the route of why being alone makes you so scared? Can you trust yourself? Is it fear of dying without someone?? Etc push your system to attack the problem. Tell yourself you are enough and you can do this. Create a schedule and stick to it, in bed by 9 mediate 915, lights out 930 etc
It’s oksy to take medication in downspirals, what’s not okay is letting yourself suffer.
So try to force yourself to try to fight the thought, while taking good care of yourself.
If none of that works, call a friend, adopt a pet, get out of being alone by having something to be strong for’

Melis 06/11/2018

Hi thank you so much for your message and advice. I am actually seeing therapy currently and it is helping me alot! I also got a puppy about a month ago and she is also keeping me busy. I am feeling a little better than before now but I still have my moments, as we all do. The schedule is a good idea however thank you for that!

C_Krohl 06/22/2018

Believe it or not, I'm actually experiencing almost word for word the exact same thing! For the past few weeks my attacks have become morning to night,never ending!, I get moments of relief but that's it the rest of the day is hell!. It's gotten so bad that my husband has to bring me and my kids to my parents house on his way to work every morning so I don't have to be alone when the attacks get too severe.. Being home by myself seems to make the bad attacks more frequent and longer.. I hope it's helps you to know you're not alone!..

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