I woke up feeling very depressed and that there is NO HOPE. Then I started to panic and I had to take Ativan. I put a lot of faith into therapy 3 months ago but I am really losing faith in the treatment, I do not get why they don't answer when I'm clear about I'm in crisis, I'm very desperate and alone. When I'm panicking that much I feel like I'll lose control. And I'm completely alone. Please if someone could calm me down I'll be forever grateful.
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I know how you're feeling. I've been waking up with anxiety for the last couple of months, and it's getting annoying. That's the best thing about this board - you are NOT alone, there ARE people out here who understand and care about you and will listen.
I've found, during my latest anxiety bouts, I need to get out of my current headspace. Breathing exercises help, but if I don't think about something else, I just stay anxious. One exercise that helps me is trying to determine WHY I'm anxious - what am I really afraid of? How likely is that to happen? Trying to think about the situation and pin down exactly why I'm afraid, instead of just sitting in the fear. People suggest going for a walk or some other form of exercise. I also try reading a book or going online and checking this board, just to concentrate on something other than me. If nothing else, just remember that panic attacks DO end - physically, the body can only keep up the panic reaction for about 16 minutes, so it WILL stop eventually.
Therapy is great, but sometimes it's not enough. I went for over a year before I went on medication (including Ativan for sleep), and it was the best thing that ever happened to me. The doctors try to put off the medication option because people will end up taking meds for the rest of their lives. Also, finding the right meds can take time. Also, meds can't fix everything - I still have anxiety, and I still need to get through bad times regardless of the meds. Sorry.
I hope this helps. Please believe that there IS hope and it DOES get better. Really.
hi Millie for what it’s worth music helps me to calm down. It’s weird at my age but I like jelly roll. His songs hit home for me. I concentrate on what the words are and what he’s trying to say. He was a very troubled kid, spent most of his teenage years in jail/juvenile detention. But he made it out of his dark place. Gives me hope. We’re here for you
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