How can I get treatment for social anxiety?

August 7th, 2012

I’ve displayed several symptoms of social anxiety/phobia, but I don’t have any health insurance so I can’t seek professional help. I live in California – is there a program of some sort that can help me with this, that doesn’t require insurance? Chosen Answer: View the information and weblinks for social anxiety/shyness, and self confidence, [...]

How do I get over my expressway anxiety?

July 30th, 2012

I’ve taken several short trips over the years but have suffered from terrible anxiety for years. Now I have to take a cross country roads rip by myself. Chosen Answer: by: on: 1st January 70

How long does it take 5htp to start working for anxiety? I want to stop taking my anxiety medications?

July 26th, 2012

I’m on klonopin 4 a day, citalopram 3 a day, and metoprolol 1 a day for anxiety and panic attacks. I’ve been taking them for going on two years in July. I want to stop taking them and start taking 5htp. How long would it take 5htp to start working? Chosen Answer: I’ve suffered from [...]

What are some natural ways to deal with insomnia and anxiety?

June 30th, 2012

I been awake for 3 days. When I finally feel sleepy I end up with anxiety and just lay there for hours. I refuse to take anymore anti anxiety, insomnia meds. Chosen Answer: 1. Cold Showers: Start off with a comfortable water temperature. Gradually decrease the water temperature. After a few minutes, gradually increase the [...]

What is a good way to relieve anxiety before giving a speech?

June 19th, 2012

How do you calm the anxiety of public speaking? Chosen Answer: I dont know if it’ll work on you, but relaxation techniques could be a great help. try taking a deep breath for several times then.. SMILE. it will keep you confident. good luck!! =) by: gnel on: 31st October 07

Why would I be shaky like I am shivering and valium makes it completely go away?

March 26th, 2012

I’ve had several symptoms for about a week now, it appears my fever has finally gone away but I am still shaky and that causes me to feel anxious and some other things. I noticed it was the week before my menstrual cycle started and im on my very first day of it and it [...]

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. [...]

How effective is Valium for putting one to sleep?

December 28th, 2011

It’s a 5mg pill. I’m a 120lb female. I normally take clonazepam. But I’m all out, and my bf has an extra Valium left over from after an eye surgery a few months ago. I need it to sleep. Will it actually make me drowsy, like the clonazepam, or is it just calming? Chosen Answer: [...]