Anxiety Flair

[Purplebird1212]

I have loved with anxiety but have had it under control for quite some time now. Then out of no where I had a panic attack because my husband went out of town. Ever since my body has stayed amped up and my anxiety is out of control. My dr just switched me to Zoloft from celexa noting I had been on it for over 10 years. I have Xanax for when things get really crazy. I find myself upset a lot because all of this just frustrates me so much. Anyone else have this happen to you? I know it will get better but man it stinks.

[Ellamaye]

I can't comment on the meds your on as I live in UK and don't think we have those. But I can relate to thinking things are going well until.... it can just attack you out of the blue without warning x stay strong you will get through x

[CalmSeeker1]

My anxiety had been well managed until November of last year when it became extreme. I've been living with it daily since then. With medication, therapy, and lots of work it is slowly getting better. It's still with me everyday and flares very easily. My nervous system is hypersensitive to everything. I'm exhausted by it. Yesterday and today have been worse. I'm frustrated that this hasn't resolved yet. I get even more upset when I have bad days because I feel like I'm getting not getting any better. It's hard to see the progress even though I know it is there. I just want to be myself again.

[Curry223]

I am sorry you had a panic attack, but I’m glad you got through it. I also have Xanax for when I can’t control my anxiety, it’s useful at the time. I would suggest sitting in a nice warm shower or even getting a massage to relax your muscles & remind your body that you are not in fight or flight mood.

[Hidden]

Yes - this is one of my biggest triggers. Being alone....However, life isn't fair and although I tried to cultivate relationships, I still lost them, including my marriage. I am all alone. I get it.

[75pink]

Hi there! I've been on zoloft for about 9 years now. At first it made me very sleepy, so my psychiatrist added welbutrin to help with the tiredness. Anyhow, I am sorry you're having a tough time, anxiety absolutely sucks. Ugh. Hang in there. I hope the zoloft can help. Stay hopeful ❤️

[guynfl2chat]

hi, yes i have anxiety "flare ups", i have xanax to help manage the times when its bad. It is not all the time, but it can last for a few days and come back. I find that xanax just stops my mind from raising and the symptoms of anxiety. I think if used carefully it can help with lifestyle issues and stress. There is not just one cure so also more around, eat healthy and find ways to manage stress. Good luck!