How do you face the fear? I'm so scared
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How do you face the fear? I'm so scared
| Tue, 04-26-2005 - 9:17am |
I have been in a bad state since last tuesday. Its been a week. I'm doing all I can but I can't get over the fear. I am PETRIFIED about the way I'm feeling. Its all I can think about.
I started 10mg instead of 5mg of lexapro last night. It didn't seem to help, in fact I had a bad night and I had previously slept through the night sat. and sun.
I am loosing it and I just can't take it anymore. Its only 9am and already my palms are sweaty and I'm dizzy and feeling disconnected. I woke up dry heaving and just feeling terrible.
Any ideas? or just reasurrance that other people have felt this way... ?
~Heather

Hi Heather. I have so been there. In fact, I am so there right now! I am new to this board. I had a baby 11 weeks ago today and ever since then I have been in a state of funk! But, in the past 2 weeks or so I have een feeling very disconnected and dizzy. I keep trying to tell myself it will pass. The last episode I had was about 18 months ago. that's when my DR put me on Lexapro. It took about 2 weeks for it to work but I hadn't had any of those disconnected feelings (or even really any panic attacks) since then. Now that I am post partum I am sure all the hormones are making me wacky. So I am uping my Lexapro dose. (I can't get in to see my DR until next week.)
I know it will pass and stick with the Lexapro- it worked well for me, it will just take a while to get into your system and calm you down. The other thing that helps me is taking long walks in the evening.
Good Luck
Kara
Thank you Kara,
Its just so hard to live like this. I am scared to lesve the house at this point. I really hope that the lexapro kicks in soon. This is so hard. I can't sleep good, can't eat and and just stuck...
Its good to hear that the lexapro worked for you though..
~Heather
If you are on your own & believe me, I have done it many times, find something to distract yourself. Remember positive thoughts & controlled breathing can work. Keep busy. Clean the house. Nothing major. Head for that *junk drawer* everyone seems to have & start pitching & organizing. Same thing with the desk drawers. Wash down the fronts of your cupboards or rearrange & clean your silverware drawer. Tell yourself, I will keep busy for 15 minutes & not let the fear bother me. Break everything into small steps or bites. Then go for another 15 minutes. If you have to live minute to minute, it's just fine. I have held on like that. Others can tell you they have done the same. This will pass!
You will be ok. It seems hard to imagine @ this time, but you will get through this tough spot. Remember, this is a flaw in your chemistry, not your character. You are a good person. A valuable & needed woman. You are so much more than this anxiety. You are loved & cared about. We've got your back, Heather. Sending P&PT's your way. jan
Sorry to hear about the hormones & the reoccurence of your anxiety. I hope it passes quickly. Congrats on that new baby! Is it a girl or boy? A good baby? Many of us can relate to the changes pregnancy & delivery bring on. Having a baby is a major stress/life changing event.
Post often. We like to keep in touch & know how you're doing. We'll save you a seat in chat. New folks get the floor to tell their story. Then, everyone shares their experiences & ways to cope. Check this fine bunch of folks out on Tues. & Thurs. evenings from 9 to 11 PM. Come when you can & leave when you need too. Good luck! Sending P&PT's your way. (((hugs))) jan
I just called my therapist to ask a few questions, I just met her yesterday and I didn't remember a whole lot of what she said...
She diagnosed me as having adjustment disorder with anxiety. I asked her if I was showing symptoms of anything else and she said NO she said that she needs to rule out a few things but they all have to do with anxiety and panic. She said that I am not crazy. Then I asked her if I will be able to live a happy life and she said YES. She said that i just need meds and therapy. she also gave me a refferal to see the psychiatrist, the one she has in mind is supposed to be really good with anxiety issues. Heck at this point I'll do anything...
So I feel better, still like a nut though...lol
I hopefully will be in chat tonight, I may be late though. Our pastor is coming over at 7pm and I don't know how long that will last.. .
Have a good rest of the day everyone!!!! This board os a lifesaver.
~Heather