Where can I find an online support group for perfectionists with anxiety disorders?

April 18th, 2013

I’m looking for online support groups for perfectionists who really struggle with anxiety. Can anyone give me a link or website I could go to for this? Thanks. Chosen Answer: I don’t know of any support groups, but I can help you find forums. I did a google search for ‘perfectionists with anxiety disorders’, and [...]

How did you overcome your social anxiety?

March 31st, 2013

I have social anxiety. I’m looking for ways to overcome it. Thanks in advance. BTW, Xanax does not work for me. Chosen Answer: Put yourself in social situations that you do not enjoy. I used to hang out with a group of friends who didn’t know about my anxiety. We went out a lot to [...]

What are some ways to overcome my performance anxiety?

October 1st, 2012

I’ve doing competition dance since I was 12 years old, but now I’m gonna do my first dance solo ever! Group dances don’t make me nervous, but doing a solo does. It’s a musical theatre solo, and I really want to do good. Any tips for overcoming anxiety and nervousness? Chosen Answer: Deep breathing before [...]

How do I get rid of anxiety about giving a presentation?

May 26th, 2012

I have to give a presentation tomorrow for class (yes, I have class on Saturday) and I’m so nervous. What can I do to ease my anxiety? I’ve done group presentations before and been nervous and did fine, but this is an individual presentation, so I’m even more nervous. Any suggestions to help calm me [...]

How do I get rid of anxiety about giving a presentation?

May 11th, 2012

I have to give a presentation tomorrow for class (yes, I have class on Saturday) and I’m so nervous. What can I do to ease my anxiety? I’ve done group presentations before and been nervous and did fine, but this is an individual presentation, so I’m even more nervous. Any suggestions to help calm me [...]

Anxiety…….?

March 24th, 2012

I am suffering from anxiety attacks, I just feel like my stomach is in knots and I’m jittery and worried, and feel sick. My ex-b/f welcomed me into his group and basically my social life revolved around him and friends in the midlands. Then my best friend moved up there, and now two of my [...]

What is the best way to lead an anxiety support/therapy group?

January 12th, 2012

I have several clients that have different diagnosis that fall under the anxiety umbrella, including panic disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder and generalized anxiety disorder. I am looking for the best way to inspire change and to educate my clients. Chosen Answer: I find some behavior therapy techniques work best. Systematic Desensitization is a relaxation technique. [...]

Whats the difference between bromzepam and valium?

December 24th, 2011

I was given bromazepam by a doctor to take on a flight as I am scared of flying, I am usually given valium, what is the difference? Bromazepam, not diazepam Chosen Answer: bromazepam is a derivative of a group of drugs called benzodiazepines, used for anxiety, insomnia, alcohol withdrawl. it’s not available in the us [...]