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A good strategy is using a drug to overcome the inertia from not wanting to be around things you don't like, and then forcing yourself around those things under the influence of the drug.
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A good strategy is using a drug to overcome the inertia from not wanting to be around things you don't like, and then forcing yourself around those things under the influence of the drug.
I've been reading a bit about Tianeptine, and have noticed quite a few accounts of terrible withdrawals and dependence. So if that's what puts you off Benzodiazpines, be aware that Tianeptine may pose similar risks - possibly even more so if it became something you used every day. And if it's something you'd be buying from an online company, you'd have to ensure a reliable supply!
I just listened to this video, they interview Barry in a previous video and in this one she talks about how she got over her fear of driving on the freeway. She used no drugs. Write down each step and go for it, you've got nothing to lose, panic attacks will not hurt you.
danm that stinks.. danm feels like I am really trapped now
I've been reading a bit about Tianeptine, and have noticed quite a few accounts of terrible withdrawals and dependence. So if that's what puts you off Benzodiazpines, be aware that Tianeptine may pose similar risks - possibly even more so if it became something you used every day. And if it's something you'd be buying from an online company, you'd have to ensure a reliable supply!
Are you free of panic when you just stay at home or is this bleeding into your everyday life?
Tianeptine has different effects, and the dose and frequency are relevant to those differing effects. I would consider those large doses very different from the standard therapeutic dose. I did a lot of reading before trying it myself. I think anything that lowers serotonin might be helpful.
What was your expereince? Did it change you alot or? My imagination runs wild
When did you first become scared to leave the house? Did you have a bad panic attack while you were out? It is always the first one that causes subsequent irrational fears, but the more you give power to the fear the more the amygdala stores that information to protect you, you have to convince your amygdala there is no danger.
Sounds similar to what happened to that lady in the video I posted about. Except in her case she couldn't even pull over! You probably were experiencing a blood sugar crash, it is common while driving especially if conditions are not good. I always keep something in my purse for when it happens, so that I don't panic. It is essential to stay fueled up to prevent these crashes. I know what you mean about feeling like you are suffocating, but in actuality it is just that you are shallow breathing. Bag breathing can help calm this reaction. Even just holding your hands over your mouth so you re breathing some of the CO2 can help bring you out of a panic attack. Once you know all the mechanisms for the feelings you can start to separate yourself from them... just say "who cares, my heart is pounding but its not dangerous, I'm going to be okay". Thats not dismissing your feelings, you are just telling your amygdala you are not in danger.
I have agoraphobia and panic disorder labeled by my doctor. I live in canada and the winter is starting soon. Ha-vent left my home since February this year. Been looking for help but no therapists or counselors want to do home visits which SUCKS.
Doctor prescribed me SSRI, sleeping pills, and some anti psychosis medication. Which I burned and threw away. Though now I am getting really depressed about the situation. Learning about learned helplessness makes me wonder about how to get out.
Some days I feel like it is almost easier to just stay here for the rest of my life (I live with my dad) but that thinking sounds dangerous and I would like to be free and change enviroment.
Tianeptine seems like the safest of the drugs too use. Ive come along way with diet and lifestyle but sometimes I feel like ***t being alone alot of the time. Using video games too cope.
Should I use it or no? I have great fears of substances after a year or two of supplement binges and having the worst trip of my life on a whole weed cookie when I was 17
Help!