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| Tue, 06-21-2005 - 5:20am |
I've never taken any medication for anxiety or depression, but would qualify to be on 'em - I've dealt with gang rape, a vicious custody battle, S/O in prison and I put him there, sisters death ... and so on - instead I feel that good health: eating right, sleep, excercise ... is

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Lanie, I think it's so great that you can do that. I wish I had your strength. I suffered through anxiety for many years and used nothing. When I had a major negative event in my life my anxiety and major panic just spiraled out of control & the xanax was a lifesaver. I hope to get to where you are. I think that's wonderful. I have a hard time keeping my head clear, I relive my past alot and my brain works overtime, even when I'm sleeping. If you have anxiety, you fit in. We all cope in different ways & it's great to share with others, your personal experiences & triumphs!
Sheri Ann
Sheri Ann
Lanie,
That is great that you don't have to use and meds.
For me the meds are making me feel better and making my head feel more clear.
If you have a headache do you take tylenol? If you break a leg do you get a cast put on?
For me taking meds fo anxiety is the same principal. I belive that I have a chemical imbalance in my brain, the only way for me to fix that is to take meds to regulate it.
Of couse I understand your choice not to take meds but on the other had I don't believe for one minute that
I also choose to go the health route, I eat well, exercise every day, take a multivitamin, and am not overweight. STILL
-Katie
I completely agree with Katie and Heather! it's great that you can deal with your anxiety through a healthy lifestyle. However, keep in mind that just like any disease there are different severities of anxiety. There have been times in my life when my anxiety was mild enough to deal with without medication, while others times I needed medication to get through the day. I am not disputing that you have gone through many difficult and unfortunate life events and trials, but there are people on this board who are dealing with very severe anxiety. Also, I think this view can be somewhat dangerous because it perpetuates the stereotype that mental illness is "all in your head". there are biological and genetic factors that contribute to mental illness, and often they are completely our of our control.
and btw, i run 6 miles a day and eat healthy, am a full time graduate student and still need medication.
Mia
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