Mental or physical

[Timewarp]

I don't know what to do anymore...

I haven't been on for ages because i've been having problems that I just can't deal with.

I've been suffering from nightly panic attacks. Worst still it is starting to physically hurt me. My chest, left arm and my lower abdomen are getting pain from time to time. I feel depressed or should I said this has become on of the problems of my depression. My family doesn't care, I have no one else to talk to and even to see a bloody doctor will take at least a month and a half to see.

I'm at the end of my rope. Nothing I do seems to take my mind of it; Video games, exercise, reading, car trips, music, deep breath...nothing works. It doesn't help that as an ISTP I can't stop thinking about it.

All this has been the cause of stress. My life sucks major time. No job, no future, no friends. I feel absolutely useless and miserable.

Does anyone have any advice? I'm desperate.

(and fuck you people who cry emo. If choosing to silence someone else's misery just because you don't feel comfortable doesn't make you any less than an abomination)

 

[duck171]

I self medicate my anxiety and depression with alcohol but that is not the way at all. I suggest go to a doctor asap and get some zoloft. Thats what my ex took for her panic attacks and it worked pretty good. I know what your going through and I know its tough but just try to keep distracted and get out of the house. Going back to college and drinking pulled me through.

 

[MistressValerie1]

I agree that you should see a doctor right away, at an urgent care center if necessary. You might have a treatable physical condition like a thyroid disorder, or some other condition that would respond well to a mild tranquiliser. In the meantime, try to avoid caffeine, chocolate, smoking, and alcohol, any of which can make things worse.

 

[Duke Diablo]

Hmm... maybe you should take a check-up on those areas at doctor's immediately, but I wouldn't recommend taking medications for the mind. Instead, try meditation. I sculpted my personality through it, removing most of my emotions (before I was really emotional, now i'm cold as ice), calming myself completely. Training martial arts such as aikido could help as well, since they get you in control of your own body and mind.

 

[Cbarton]

Professionally, I second Val's recommendation

 

[Journia]

Duke diablo has a good point.

Also, try to do things that are peaceful and that you enjoy.

 

[Santora]

i think most of the important things have been said. trying to remain calm is important. meditating, reading, excersicing are all helpful. anyting that helps to clear your mind. i would highly suggest staying away from anything that alters your mood unless prescribed by a doctor. alcohol and drugs are the most commonly thought of, but even caffine and sugar are harmful to your mood. going out and talking to people, online even, may be helpful(unless your anxiety is associated with unfamiliar people). we are social creatures, nurturing our social side can do wonders.

 

[melanie2]

i suffered from regular panic attacks four years ago..you think you are dying when it hits..i had one every hour on the hour...i really thought i was going insane..you have to get help...self medication will only make it worse...believe me i know...my mom did that..and ended up in a terrible depression that lasted two years...they will probably give you a type of anti anxiety pill until the anti depressant can kick in....xanax is best..but be careful as it's addictive..i'm on paxil...it's worked for me..and now every once in a while i start to get a panic attack, but i can recognize it and talk myself out of it for the most part..

also pm me...i've been there...i know your pain..it's so scary when you experience a panic attack...and no one who hasn't experienced one has a clue as to what it feels like and how truly scary it is...

good luck...