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[Rooster]

My health triggered my depression COPD after a near death experience i have begun to have panic attacks in last 30 days i have gone to the ER 4 times and have been declared OK just calm down well its a battle to keep my control im frightened to travel shop by myself its almost overwhelming i have begun sessions with the VA but it is a struggle

[BonnieSue]

You've begun counseling sessions at the VA? I hope that's what you meant. Is this a group or one-on-one sessions? What you describe sounds very strong and you may need to see your GP or internist about medication, even if it's just for awhile until you learn a lot more about controlling your worries yourself. It wouldn't hurt to get a good check up and rule out some other problems that mimic anxiety.

[Rooster in reply to BonnieSue]

I have begun a anxiety med daily and one on one couseling as well group starting this week. Health is excellent except for my breathing and its about 35% lung capacity have regular phy and check ups

[BonnieSue in reply to Rooster]

Good! I'm glad to hear that you've covered those things. I hope all is going well for you.