May 10th, 2013
So Saturday I had to go to the ER because of an anxiety attack ( first time having one thought I was dying). So I had like 4 at Sunday. The numb hands part happened to me again today. When should they stop? Chosen Answer: When you get into a treatment regime. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy [...]
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November 25th, 2012
I suffer in certain situations with anxiety which can sometimes turn into a panic attack. I have come of my antidepressent and wanted to try some alternative therapy rather than going back on them. Anyone have any ideas? Chosen Answer: Foods rich in magnesium will soothe your frazzled nervous system…. magnesium is known as the [...]
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October 23rd, 2012
They have all the symptoms of a severe anxiety disorder but doesn’t want to see a Dr. I said it would probably be best to do that but they won’t listen. They tried home remedies but they just get worse. What should they do? Chosen Answer: Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is one of the most [...]
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October 17th, 2012
I have been going to therapy with my family doctor for what was prescribed as an anxiety disorder. I have never felt fully comfortable talking to her about it because I feel crazy. I know it is her job but I mean, I have known her forever. Anyways I am wondering if Neurosis and AD [...]
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September 22nd, 2012
I’m 16 with a pretty bad case of social anxiety. My mom has agreed to use medication, though she is alittle hesitant because of repots that this type of medication gives suicidal thoughts to people under 18. I’ve been to therapy and though it gave me some good pointers that I use everyday to help [...]
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August 29th, 2012
I am 30, and thus not a kid, but my parents have always seen my anxiety as a matter of it partly being outside my control and partly bad habits I have. I have Generalized Anxiety Disorder with PTSD and some OCD mixed in. I am in therapy but the therapist only got so far [...]
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August 23rd, 2012
I feel like the anxiety over calling and going is so overwhelming. I want help but at the same time I can’t deal with the anxiety associated with going. I feel like I might be able to hide it at first but I don’t want to break down or drive there and then sit in [...]
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August 20th, 2012
I have had an anxiety disorder for as long as I can remember. What are some tips to calm me down? Chosen Answer: Hi–I have had very bad anxiety too. I find psychotherapy (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral therapy very helpful at medications. Anxiety Medications are probably more “fast reacting” but therapy will give you tips to [...]
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August 4th, 2012
I want to know if there are any other “cures” for anxiety attacks besides exercising, and using drugs. I know therapy is supposed to help too, but anything else besides those things? Chosen Answer: Anxiety is self-created. Nobody imposes anxiety. It is neither inherited. It is you, who have loaded heavy anxiety on your small [...]
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June 14th, 2012
I’m waiting for an appointment with a doctor but i was wondering what kind of anti-anxiety medications work for others? I usually won’t take any medications because everything makes my stomach hurt but my panic disorder has gotten so bad that i can’t take it anymore. I have tried hypnosis and therapy and a few [...]
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