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What kind of meds help you deal with phobias?

Morvoren · F
There are no meds for it. It’s for you to tackle.
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Nitedoc · 51-55, M
@Morvoren No, they really aren't. You have no idea what you're talking about.
Morvoren · F
@Nitedoc Well that may be your not so humble opinion. But happily I consider your opinion to be worth less that h’penny fuck. So I’ll carry on regardless.
Umm.. I don't think there is any, other than some self-medication, but anything that helps with anxiety will help I think?
@Science78 Strikes me of agoraphobia, coupled with anxiety. Sorry if you took my comment dismissive, it wasn't meant to be.
Science78 · 36-40, M
LookingIn · M
Not sure meds would be the answer. Hypnotherapy might be a route to investigate @Science78
Patientlywaiting · 46-50, FVIP
Anti anxiety meds but try EMDR therapy if you can get that. I had a bad spider phobia and it helped no end. Still don't like them but it's not interrupting my life now 😊
Carazaa · F
@Patientlywaiting EMDR is great for phobias.
Patientlywaiting · 46-50, FVIP
@Carazaa yes, it was very weird and I thought how the hell is this going to help but it did do definitely worth it ❤️
CrazyMusicLover · 31-35
Magnesium supplements and Valerian root extract pills. Maybe it's just placebo but it helps a bit with anxiety.
I used the pill once when I wasn't supposed to because they're basically sedatives to but I'm damn glad I did.
Rolexeo · 26-30, M
You shouldnt be turning to drugs, face it, I got over a fear fairly recently
Science78 · 36-40, M
@Rolexeo How did you do it?
Rolexeo · 26-30, M
@Science78 just expose yourself to it enough and then you wont be afraid anymore
BigBulge · 41-45, M
@Rolexeo That might be true in some cases. However, in my case, I was having panic attacks whenever I entered a supermarket or drug store, places I had been patronizing thousands of times. No explanation for the cause. My doctor put me on clonazepam, and the panic attacks stopped immediately. Agoraphobia (fear of leaving the house) stopped too. Clonazepam is addictive, but considering the alternative, it's a real life saver.
Depends on the context of the phobia?
@Science78 How often does the phobia impact your daily life?
Science78 · 36-40, M
@Notladylike Im always afraid I will puke or see someone else puke. I dont go to bars or parties.
@Science78 You probably need therapy for that. Medication can be helpful for things like fear of flying that have a specific context. Sounds difficult to have that everyday
This probably would require a psych. professional intervention rather than one for physical health needs.
Historically,the Benzodiazipines were found to be effective, unfortunately, they are horribly addictive, moreso than herion, going through "cold turkey" withdrawal from the "Benzo's" can be life threatening.

Current best practice leans more toward the anti-depressants which are much less prone to addiction. But again, please seek the help of a psychology clinician.
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cycleman · 61-69, M
My opinion, Meds are for the ones who are not willing to face their own reality. They are following what others tell them to be. It's to keep one with a small mind and a small heart. In General, not in all cases.
basilfawlty89 · 31-35, M
@cycleman and you got your degree in psychiatry or psychology where again,
cycleman · 61-69, M
@basilfawlty89 u of mylife.
basilfawlty89 · 31-35, M
@cycleman same place I got my nuclear physics degree, yet oddly they don't allow me to give others advice on nuclear weaponry. Strange that.
BigBulge · 41-45, M
I was suddenly having panic attacks whenever I entered a supermarket or a drug store, places I had patronized thousands of times before without any problem. My doctor put me on clonazepam, and the panic attacks went away immediately. I would caution you that clonazepam is addictive, but compared to not being able to leave the house, it was a real life saver for me.
Elessar · 26-30, M

* What works for my anxiety might not work for yours, tho
AbbySvenz · F
Maybe the one(s) your mental health professional suggests..?
Crazywaterspring · 61-69, M
None. I deal with them.
GuyWithOpinions · 31-35, M
You dont need medication. You need to face your fears one small step at a time and conquer them so you no longer feel fear towards them.
meJess · F
Morphine or cocaine depending on activity level expected. They may not be classed as meds exactly.
Carazaa · F
Good nutrition, Omega 3, fish, complete amino acids, meats, nuts, etc.
Im not an expert on meds but I heard some herbal teas and certain music helps?
SW-User
Is there a med for fear of people ?
smileylovesgaming · 31-35, F
I don't take any medicine
Meds mask the phobia at best.
Fluffybull · F
Try hypnotherapy.
Thevy29 · 41-45, M
Ipod, ear phones..
WintaTheAngle · 41-45, M
A dose of man the fuck up
How about CBT?

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Isnt curing it a better ideal?
@Science78 can i ask what your phobia is ?
Science78 · 36-40, M
@OogieBoogie Can i PM it? Its to embarrassing.
@Science78 no, no . That's ok.
I understand.
I wish you luck finding a solution.
Ive had a phobia, and they're awful.
basilfawlty89 · 31-35, M
Therapy would be needed ideally for a long term solution, but in the meantime if it's severe, speak to your psychiatrist or physician about benzodiazepines.
Not sure. And I imagine it depends on the phobia. Anti-anxiety meds may help with social phobias, but not with a fear of heights.

 
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