panic attacks and missing work

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I have panic attacks, possibly pmdd, and while the treatment I’m on is usually helpful about one to a few days a month I have attacks with obtrusive thoughts of self harm that break thru. During these episodes I may start crying at work or freak out about the thoughts that I end up calling in over fear of driving or having a severe outburst at work. I do have FMLA paperwork but still feel guilty and don’t know if other with these issues stay home when they occur and how often. I always try to get ready and may start driving only to start feeling chest pains, light headedness, mind fog, and tunneling vision before pulling over & going back home.

thanks

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Hi and welcome to this forum! Has your doctor or therapist if you have one given any suggestions on how to handle these?

Have you tried meditation? There's an app called "Ten Percent Happier" that I highly recommend.

I'm sorry you're dealing with this.