UnholyTranquility · 36-40, M
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@UnholyTranquility Great idea, thanks
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Midnightoker1 · 61-69, M
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@Midnightoker1 Oh, I never thought of that. Thank you
@Midnightoker1 oh fk!
I've been doing it all wrong!🤣
I've been doing it all wrong!🤣
For panic attacks I took drugs, prescribed for my cptsd. I had it and other very serious manifestations of traumas,
this had to be gotten under control STAT.
I had a young child and a life to build.
Anxiety attacks...You can try breathing in and out for twice+ longer( your exhalation must be longer m as this will help activate your parasympathetic nervous system).
Also, tactile distractions:i.e various rocks in your hands. You're directing your attention here.
And occasionally as a quick fix (it's not a fix but, as I am not a drinker), a sip of liquour, as it's a depressant.
this had to be gotten under control STAT.
I had a young child and a life to build.
Anxiety attacks...You can try breathing in and out for twice+ longer( your exhalation must be longer m as this will help activate your parasympathetic nervous system).
Also, tactile distractions:i.e various rocks in your hands. You're directing your attention here.
And occasionally as a quick fix (it's not a fix but, as I am not a drinker), a sip of liquour, as it's a depressant.
@LunadelobosIAMTHEDRAGON For PTSD, access EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).
You can read Getting Past your Past by Francine Shapiro. Francine discovered EMDR by accident, then tested it it. The more thoroughly it was tested with thousands of people, the more the results were confirmed. It works thoroughly and very quickly (within about 10 sessions) for 96% of clients. It has proved itself far more effective than any other treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. This include vicarious trauma, and traumas from the mildest to the most severe and long term.
The book is probably in your local library or they can buy it for you.
It's important to read the book first and then find someone who is properly trained in the technique.
I'm doing it myself now and getting huge benefits.
You can read Getting Past your Past by Francine Shapiro. Francine discovered EMDR by accident, then tested it it. The more thoroughly it was tested with thousands of people, the more the results were confirmed. It works thoroughly and very quickly (within about 10 sessions) for 96% of clients. It has proved itself far more effective than any other treatment for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. This include vicarious trauma, and traumas from the mildest to the most severe and long term.
The book is probably in your local library or they can buy it for you.
It's important to read the book first and then find someone who is properly trained in the technique.
I'm doing it myself now and getting huge benefits.
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@hartfire I've had EMDR therapy. It's brilliant. ❤️
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@Hatt94 Very good advice, thank you
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ChipmunkErnie · 70-79, M
@bookerdana Yes, I've known a couple of people that paper bag idea worked for.
CrazyMusicLover · 31-35
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@CrazyMusicLover I heard of that before, thanks a lot
throughTheMotions · 51-55, M
I don't know if this is the most practical advice, but it worked for me. I struggled with panick attacks for periods of my life. I decided to go out and engage in life more, tried new activities, found events and social circles to get involved in. Forced myself to smile and looked for ways to help others. Basically I tried to make the most of my life. Eventually my panic subsided.
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@throughTheMotions Glad it helped, thank you
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@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout Relax, slow breaths, meditate. Just what the doctor ordered. Thank you
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@TheOneyouwerewarnedabout @SW-User Honestly just stop overreacting, it's fine..
itsok · 31-35, F
First take propranolol. Then depending on whether I feel a panic attack coming or I’m actually having one, it differs some.
Find stuff to ground me. Breathing techniques, talking to someone, watching a cartoon. I have a box of small toys and activities for panic attacks (I call it my sad box). Sh.
Find stuff to ground me. Breathing techniques, talking to someone, watching a cartoon. I have a box of small toys and activities for panic attacks (I call it my sad box). Sh.
Cigarguy101 · 41-45, M
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@Vin53 Thanks for the help
DearAmbellina2113 · 41-45, F
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@DearAmbellina2113 Appreciate the assistance with this
ChipmunkErnie · 70-79, M
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@ChipmunkErnie One foot nailed to the floor as we speak. Hope I don't get too dizzy lol
HowtoDestroyAngels · 46-50, M
I've been on medication for panic attacks for close to twenty years now. I rarely get them anymore, but fear that if I stop taking the medication they will start back up.
bijouxbroussard · F
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@bijouxbroussard Most people don't I have heard
WaryWitchWandering · 36-40, F
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@WaryWitchWandering Thanks