My Panic Attack Solution

Comment from fifilapoo114
Time January 17, 2010 at 11:29 am

valerian hops
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Comment from rainbowmatrixs
Time January 17, 2010 at 11:49 am

Learn to chill…………..and feed that spirit…….would help.
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Comment from Dr Peas
Time January 17, 2010 at 12:02 pm

If I were you I would go back to your doctor and DEMAND to be referred to a cognitive behaviour therapist. Exaggerate your symptoms if you have to.

You may have to wait a bit, but cognitive behaviour therapy is very good for treating panic attacks.

In the meantime, exercise and a healthy diet can work wonders.

Also, avoid caffeine – it makes anxiety worse.

I’d say avoid alcohol as well, cos that also makes anxiety worse, but that’s easier said than done if you go out Friday / Saturday nights.

Definitely avoid caffeine though.

Maybe think about trying yoga and meditation too – they can help you feel more relaxed generally, and so may reduce the amount of panic attacks you have.
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Comment from dave_uk06
Time January 17, 2010 at 12:14 pm

You could try kalms
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Comment from Blossom
Time January 17, 2010 at 12:31 pm

docs are useless in this area and always overprescribe.

i used to be on a cocktail of drugs for anxiety and depression but I take nothing now as I learnt to overcome it mentally. I believe anyone can do this and you can use a variety of techniques from breathing techniques to neuro linguistic therapy to cognitive behaviour therapy. I recommend you do some research and try a few things until you find osmething you feel would be worth committing to. You CAN do this, if I can do it anyone can. now i rarely get them and if i feel them coming on i can stop them in their tracks. i flushed the drugs down the loo 15 years ago and although it took time to take charge, i did it. you can too
the kalms and rescue remedy are only good for mild attacks, not the sort you’re experienceing, you actually need to reprogramme yourself.
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Comment from Sridevi
Time January 17, 2010 at 12:40 pm

First do as said in prescription and spent most of your time either playing with kids, gardening and smiling lot of smiling and smiling and smiling and smiling alot
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Comment from mjpxyz
Time January 17, 2010 at 12:47 pm

breath in & out with a paper bag covering your mouth & nose until the panic attack goes away
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Comment from ?????
Time January 17, 2010 at 12:52 pm

Try rescue remedy, i take it before i go on a plane as I get quite anxious, it helps keep me calm.

take care
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Comment from wintairi
Time January 17, 2010 at 1:23 pm

There is a natural remedy called "Bliss" the doctor just told me about it for my son. also another called "Serenity" . try a health food or vitamin shop
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Comment from Lucy W
Time January 17, 2010 at 1:41 pm

I get really bad panic attacks too! My b/f’s normally there to help me calm down but I find the bes thing to do is to sit crossed legged on the floor with your arms backwards so your stretching in a sense! Breath like you would if you were having a baby! It looks stupid but it really helps me!

Also… hot drinks have really helped me coz I used to get them just before I went to bed… they slow your heartrate down so it relaxes you! Also… stay awake from energy drinks! There’s an acidic flavouring in them that causes friction with your heartrate so apparently works you up!

Hope i’ve helped a little
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Comment from misskitti7®
Time January 17, 2010 at 2:15 pm

yes you need to think positive.

every time you have a panic attack as anything bad ever happened to you your self…NO

so you need to know that nothing bad will happen or ever will.
just remember this and in time your attacks will go

just remember they is nothing going to happen and act normal
and after it passes look around and you will see people would not even a noticed you had one.

kind regards x Kitti x
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Comment from Neo
Time January 17, 2010 at 2:49 pm

The best thing you can do in a situation like that is to stop. CALM THE F*** DOWN. and breath. I know it’s hard. But i used to have them after I had my third child. I used to have nightmares about hunter. But now when i look him in the eyes, i just breath and calm myself down and think about how wonderful he is.
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Comment from Olivereindeer
Time January 17, 2010 at 3:28 pm

Who on earth told you that is is depression and not anxiety?????

They often both go hand in hand.
The best thing for anxiety and panic attacks to ward them off forever is Cognitive Behaviour Therapy – which teached you to reassure yourself. It works exceptionally well.
It is just a matter of retraining your thinking – it takes a few weeks to get under control but research shows that it is the most effective. It is even more effective for anxiety and panic if it is used in conjunction with the SSRI antidpressant group.

Goodliuck
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Comment from Bigsista82
Time January 17, 2010 at 4:04 pm

I went to an anxiety management course years ago through my doctors and it learned inside and out the causes and what do about them, what triggers them and how to stop it. I was sceptical about going and didnt think it would stop me panicking but it has done the world of good. I dont let panic take over me now. See if there are similar thing your doctor can refer you too. Good luck.
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Comment from soffwilliams
Time January 17, 2010 at 4:34 pm

Would you believe me if I told you that if you learnt to manage it and have it under control you would not need to take anything?

Learn to switch off and disconnect, not to be afraid of it, disempower it and then it will just disappear. I promise.
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Comment from boo
Time January 17, 2010 at 5:21 pm

When I was in ‘panic attack mode’ I would jog on the spot,,gives a vent for all that adrenalin. Get well soon. P.S. you CAN get over them.
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Comment from Save Money Guide
Time January 17, 2010 at 6:09 pm

If you really are suffering a panic attack, the easiest way to relieve this is to take several deep breaths into a paper bag at your mouth, slowly breathing in and out. DON’T use a plastic bag. This method is used by first-aiders to quickly relieve symptoms.

To stop yourself ‘getting wound up easily’, take deep breaths (without the aid of a bag) when you feel yourself getting under pressure.

Really you are your best doctor. Try and control your situation, or avoid situations which you know will cause you stress. Learn to walk away.

Hope you soon feel better.

Regards Jo.
http://www.save-money-guide.com
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Comment from Dijani
Time January 17, 2010 at 6:49 pm

no Eva you don’t need to buy anything all you need to do is avoid anything that makes you depressed and if you can’t avoid it try to deal with it in your own time,slowly, calmly and try to avoid any stress.
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Comment from DF
Time January 17, 2010 at 6:57 pm

in the long term, regular exercise will help a lot. short term, try rescue remedy
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Comment from sOuL dOcToR
Time January 17, 2010 at 7:09 pm

Homeopathic Remedies for Anxiety / Panic Attacks / Stress / Depression(Bereavment) / Mood Swings (Totally safe, without any side effects or complications of any sort) :-

ANXIETY / PANIC ATTACKS & STRESS :-

Sudden with restlessness and fear of death, Panic Attacks, Aconite 30X or 200X,1/2 hourly (3 Doses)

Prolonged with periodic and panic attacks Arsenic Alb.200X, 4 hourly (3 Doses)

With fainting spells; profuse sweating; worse in the morning Sulphur 30X or 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Makes patient walk fast; due to anticipation Argentum Nit 200X, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Worse lying in bed and closing the eyes Carbo Veg 30X or 200X, 4 hourly (6 Doses)

Anxiety aggravated by upward or downward motion; going in an elevator; worse till 11 P.M, Borax 200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxious about business even when seriously ill Bryonia Alba 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Full of apprehensions in the evening Causticum 200X, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety and fears in the evening with restlessness and palpitation Calcarea Carb.200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety worse while lying still. Sad music ameliorates the complaints Manganum Acet 200X 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety due to fright, fear,exciting news; stage fright; worse while appearing for examination or interview etc Gelsemium 30X or 200X 3 hourly (6 Doses)

Mood Swings, Anxiety due to grief or shock in the subconscious mind Ignatia 200X or 1M, 3 hourly (3 Doses)

Anxiety; better after eating Anacardium Or 30X, 4 hourly.

DEPRESSION & GRIEF(Bereavement) :-

Severe shock due to sudden death of loved ones; restlessness, anxiety and fear Aconite 200X. 10 min (3 Doses)

Prolonged mournings; cannot overcome the loss of loved ones and/or Mood Swings. Ignatia 1M or 10M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

When the grief is in the conscious mind; patient weeps; does not like sympathy Natrum Mur.200X or 1M, 6 hourly (3 Doses)

For chronic grief and indignation Staphysagria 200X or 1M, weekly (3 Doses)

Depression with suicidal thoughts feeling of worthlessness, Aurum Met 30X, three times a day half hour before meals.

Take the remedy which is similar to your symptoms. No side effects or complications if taken as directed, please do not exceed the given dosage and under any circumstances do not try to mix any remedies and avoid Chocolates, Mints, Coffee, Red Meat, Alcoholic and Carbonated drinks, Spicy Rich Food while taking any Homeopathic remedies, and keep the medicines away from direct sunlight, heat strong smells and perfumes and do not store them in the fridge.
Curing without any side effects or Complications Thats the Beauty of Homeopathic Medicine (Cures Par Excellence)

Take Care and God Bless you.
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Comment from Puppy Zwolle
Time January 17, 2010 at 7:32 pm

Breathing techniques. It will both get you back to normal mentally and physically.

Key is to remember to do it once the attack starts.
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Comment from beenie
Time January 17, 2010 at 8:16 pm

positive thinking deep breaths and repeating i am ok this is JUST a panic attack
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Comment from hans_one
Time January 17, 2010 at 8:21 pm

Slow down your breathing.If that is not affective cover your nose and mouth with a paper bag and breath in and out for a while.It will stop you over ventilating reducing the oxygen in your bloodstream and take you out of the spiral which keeps the panic attack going.
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Comment from ZEE
Time January 17, 2010 at 8:33 pm

relax more. Laugh more, esp at yourself.
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Comment from oneguy@finallysomethingworked
Time January 17, 2010 at 8:48 pm

Eva,

Those are the same things I felt when I had major anxiety problems.

If you want something natural to take for your anxiety, try taking a daily dose of fish oil. I suffered with anxiety and depression when I was in my twenties. I am 100% convinced that the fish oil is responsible for my relief. I started by taking just one capsule per day. After about 2 weeks I could feel it working. I started taking more every day. After a number of months, my symptoms were completely gone. I am on a mission to tell everyone about this. The stuff is relatively cheap and very effective. If you want to you can read my whole story at http://www.finallysomethingworked.com

Best wishes
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