A note to say that you have my support as well, Melinda. The advice that Ashley has shared is very good. When I first met my therapist, he told me the same - to remind myself that a panic attack would not kill me and that the panic symptoms were just annoying,like a case of the hiccups. Just telling myself this helped. Now, after finishing the program and using the techniques I learned here, I am enjoying a life that is so much better than even before I began having panic attacks. I have learned how to relax and to live life "in the moment" and my life has more meaning.
I hope that you will continue coming here and following the program. It is a gift. I wish you the very best,
Ok, take a deep breath. It sounds like you have a Panic Disorder and that you have been medication but it is not helping. This is ok, Panic is the most treatable mental condition there is out there. Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, what this program is based on, is the number on treatment for Panic. You have come to the right place and you can take control of this. If you put the work into the program you will see results. This will pass.
First, each time you have a panic attack remind yourself what it is. It is just a Panic Attack. Yes, it is terrifying but you will not die from it, you will feel really scared for about 20 minutes and then it will pass. You may want to look at the session on relaxation techniques and practice these techniques throughout the day and especially when you are feeling anxious. This will help. Also, start on session 1. Make a plan to work on one session a week and be sure to do your homework. You will start to notice a difference within the first few weeks. The key is to stick with it and do your homework.
I am having a real bad attack I feel dizzy i am so tired yet I can't sleep my heart is pounding I feel like I am dying I don't know what to do anymore I have attacks 3-4 times a day everything the doc put me on don't help I am so alone I get made fun of during these attacks I am going crazy I feel like admitting myself to a hostpital but I have 4 small kids I don't think I can stand being away from them PLEASE HELP
