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Misc Anxiety

the problem with all anti-anxiety meds is not only does tolerance build but side effects can suck(low sexual ability, cognitive dulling, lethargy, crappy memory) so id highly suggest going to CBT..no one likes therapy but why not just try it??
 
tricomb said:
It's going to be the best way for you to overcome your anxiety once and for all.
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there is no shame in therapy, the shame is in denial.

your shooting it down before ever trying it, it isn't a physical therapy, it is a form of psychological therapy, if you cannot afford to goto a professional consultation, there are books out there on just this thing, there are essentially CBT guide books that you can do on your own, you might even be able to borrow some of these books from a library at no cost to you. The things you might start with if you are turned off by the idea of 'therapy', involve things like 'mindfulness' techniques, and breathing, you could also look for straight up 'CBT workbooks' there are lots out there, but if you continue to deny the idea of therapeutic aid, then you may be able to at least find some sort of a balancing rod with these 'mindfulness' books. Physical exercise is a good idea also, I have found that when I cannot take benzos for panic because of the effect on memory I am always able to 'run it off', so I urge you next time you think your 'stuck in a panic' go 'run it off' eventually you will tire yourself out, but the breathing is a big part of physical relief, there are also other sorts of self soothing you could try, I'm sure you can think of those on your own. Also the way u spend your time and the food you eat and your sleep and overall being all contribute to your larger bodily gestalt.

Best of luck there
 
R(x)AGE said:
there is no shame in therapy, the shame is in denial.

your shooting it down before ever trying it, it isn't a physical therapy, it is a form of psychological therapy, if you cannot afford to goto a professional consultation, there are books out there on just this thing, there are essentially CBT guide books that you can do on your own, you might even be able to borrow some of these books from a library at no cost to you. The things you might start with if you are turned off by the idea of 'therapy', involve things like 'mindfulness' techniques, and breathing, you could also look for straight up 'CBT workbooks' there are lots out there, but if you continue to deny the idea of therapeutic aid, then you may be able to at least find some sort of a balancing rod with these 'mindfulness' books. Physical exercise is a good idea also, I have found that when I cannot take benzos for panic because of the effect on memory I am always able to 'run it off', so I urge you next time you think your 'stuck in a panic' go 'run it off' eventually you will tire yourself out, but the breathing is a big part of physical relief, there are also other sorts of self soothing you could try, I'm sure you can think of those on your own. Also the way u spend your time and the food you eat and your sleep and overall being all contribute to your larger bodily gestalt.

Best of luck there
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It's not shame its just I don't like talking about me unless its anonymously on the internet. I got an appointment for my General doctor. I go to next week.
 
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well goodluck with the doctor hopefully they have a way with words that gets through to you, but there is no pharmacological panacea-medication isn't necessarily the answer, you should go in there not with the mind set that it is a biological problem, realize it is a cognitive issue.
 
R(x)AGE said:
well goodluck with the doctor hopefully they have a way with words that gets through to you, but there is no pharmacological panacea-medication isn't necessarily the answer, you should go in there not with the mind set that it is a biological problem, realize it is a cognitive issue.
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I know what it is I am just young naive and hard headed. its a phase that i have to learn my lesson through,
 
R(x)AGE said:
there is no shame in therapy, the shame is in denial.

your shooting it down before ever trying it, it isn't a physical therapy, it is a form of psychological therapy, if you cannot afford to goto a professional consultation, there are books out there on just this thing, there are essentially CBT guide books that you can do on your own, you might even be able to borrow some of these books from a library at no cost to you. The things you might start with if you are turned off by the idea of 'therapy', involve things like 'mindfulness' techniques, and breathing, you could also look for straight up 'CBT workbooks' there are lots out there, but if you continue to deny the idea of therapeutic aid, then you may be able to at least find some sort of a balancing rod with these 'mindfulness' books. Physical exercise is a good idea also, I have found that when I cannot take benzos for panic because of the effect on memory I am always able to 'run it off', so I urge you next time you think your 'stuck in a panic' go 'run it off' eventually you will tire yourself out, but the breathing is a big part of physical relief, there are also other sorts of self soothing you could try, I'm sure you can think of those on your own. Also the way u spend your time and the food you eat and your sleep and overall being all contribute to your larger bodily gestalt.

Best of luck there
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sorry, that was really ignorant of I to just ignore this, any recommendations for books in your experiences assuming from how you talk about this you deal with situations alot.
 
I struggle with anxiety and SEVERVE panic disorder as well. before i got treatment i was having panic attacks up 5 times a day and they would last for hours. What the doctor will do is refer you to a psychiatrist and then they will put you on a long acting anti-depressant and a benzodiazapine (Klonopin, or Xanax usually) for onset panic attack. I am currently only perscribed klonopin 2mg because im allergic to long acting anti-depressant/anxiety meds.
I am very pleased with my klonopin and how much it has reduced my anxiety.
 
What the doctor will do is refer you to a psychiatrist and then they will put you on a long acting anti-depressant and a benzodiazapine (Klonopin, or Xanax usually) for onset panic attack.
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Who is prescribing?
 
The psychiatrist would prescribe them. However you've already been told about how benzodiazepines are a horrible option for you, these people recommending them obviously didn't even read your thread entirely.
 
If this makes any sense, benzos are just really one of the last options you want to try, something if you've given reading, meditation, breathing, CBT, and other medications an honest try, but they just won't cut it. For some people they are needed, but they are way over prescribed and usually to peoples disadvantage long term.

The chronic anxiety suffer is much rarer than the chronic pain patient, yet benzos are more readily rx'd than opiates. Even odder when a lot of people would agree benzos are more dangerous.

All that said, we do care about you, and that's why I think everyone is saying to avoid benzos, but it doesn't mean you have to avoid them for sure. I'd be very interested to hear back on how you're doing with this as time goes on, and the very best of luck.
 
bronson said:
If this makes any sense, benzos are just really one of the last options you want to try, something if you've given reading, meditation, breathing, CBT, and other medications an honest try, but they just won't cut it. For some people they are needed, but they are way over prescribed and usually to peoples disadvantage long term.

The chronic anxiety suffer is much rarer than the chronic pain patient, yet benzos are more readily rx'd than opiates. Even odder when a lot of people would agree benzos are more dangerous.

All that said, we do care about you, and that's why I think everyone is saying to avoid benzos, but it doesn't mean you have to avoid them for sure. I'd be very interested to hear back on how you're doing with this as time goes on, and the very best of luck.
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Thanks man! To be honest Chronic pain is probably going to be an issue for me with my back how it is. crossing my fingers, My mom thinks we have genetic disorders from agent orange when her dad got sprayed by it In Vietnam from it.
 
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tricomb said:
The psychiatrist would prescribe them. However you've already been told about how benzodiazepines are a horrible option for you, these people recommending them obviously didn't even read your thread entirely.
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I already said no benzo's I may be a kid minor and all that but I am not as impressionable as your making me out to be, I understand your concern but I am fine.
 
Idk if someone else already said this but kava kava is GREAT for anxiety. Use it in conjunction with passionflower and valerian root.
 
I haven't sleep for like a week, I have to wait til next week to go to the doctors this sucks.
 
Not lately But I do take caffeine + acetaminophen pills for back when I get CFS headaches. my anxiety is getting bad, Can't make tea now, its 2:05 am here. I just can't sleep.
 
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In response to your post in that other guys methylphenidate thread, Yeah me too bro but BL is very stimulating, it's the opposite of boring, which keeps you awake. I mean I'm in bed on my phone and it's 3:36am, I hope you get some rest today, the sun should be coming up very soon where you are so consider trying sleep again before the sun makes it impossible.
 
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