How can I help resolve my anxiety attacks?

March 16th, 2013

I am currently on 150mg/day of EffexorXR for depression and anxiety. However, lately I have had panic attacks or anxiety attacks at least every other day. I begin feeling short of breathe, my hands start to shake and I get very antsy. I cannot take another 150 tablet during the day, but I would like [...]

Why does Anxiety cause shortness of breath or chest pain?

March 5th, 2013

I have Anxiety and i can’t understand how it causes shortness of breath or chest pain. Does it cause the Heart to over-work itself and making it sore or something? Chosen Answer: When you have anxiety, you may have a panic attack, which causes you to breathe in an inefficient way. You breathe through your [...]

How do you help your significant other with anxiety?

December 19th, 2012

A person very dear to me has anxiety problems. I try to be supportive but I fear it’s just not enough. What else can I do? Chosen Answer: Well, remember a couple of things, please do not take the behavior personally. It has nothing to do with you, and sometimes those who have behavior issues [...]

How many people out there have to take anxiety medicine when they become frightened at something?

January 28th, 2012

A friend of mine has extreme anxiety issues when they become really scared. They have recently had many nightmares where they woke up crying and unable to breathe. She feels like no one else have these problems, but I know that many do, or else there wouldn’t be a medication for it. So how many [...]