Hey there, i had a panic attack this week that

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hey there, i had a panic attack this week that was scary and im still recovering from it days later, been sober 460+ days but i went to an AA meeting and some of the stories really got to me and i had some coffee, the combo set me spiraling, i’ve gotten help tho and am overall ok, just wanted to share and see if anyone deals with panic attacks?

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#2

I used to have them bad. Keep reaching out. I remember I had to do a lot of deep breathing and it helped. Also working out. I totally understand what you are going through. :hugs:

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#3

I hate those…. Nothing worse than the sense of doom

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#5

thank you, have you tried anti anxiety meds by chance?

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thank you, have you ever tried anti anxiety meds by chance?

#7

agree, do you ever use anti anxiety meds?

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I’ve taken Xanax before but nothing ever prescribed to me. I always hated how pills make me feel but I might have to seek a script from a Dr for something. I’ve been sober almost 11 months and I thought they would go away once sober. They don’t come as often so that’s a plus

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#10

Truth be told I did and got addicted to them. Just be careful what kind you get. But then again I’m an addict. Sadly. But I learned. Thus the deep breathing.

#11

I might suggest asking your doctor about Hydroxyzine. I’ve used it since rehab for panic attacks and it’s just a cousin of benedryl that happens to help panic attacks- not addictive at all. Might dry up your sinuses at worst. It works fast and great! Most regular MD’s don’t really know about it for panic attacks.

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#12

I don’t really have panic attacks but I do have seriously disturbing dreams. I wake up and wonder where the heck “that” came from. Last night was giant centipedes attacking me. They often leave me kinda….disturbed. I usually fold towels, blow leaves, vacuum, groom my horses or make to do lists. Keeping myself really busy seems to help, and the things I do are cathartic to me. Luckily I live in south central Texas so the weather is great this time of year. My suggestion is to redirect that nervousness into something that makes you feel good. I always do things that I can complete because if I can’t finish that opens me up for more unneeded stress because I’m very OCD. Hang in there and remember, you didn’t drink!! :+1:

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Matt, hi…as Alison mentioned…you did not drink!

I am perpetually looking for ways to get my anxiety under control.
I have started utilizing The Tapping Solution-an app created by Nick Ortner and his siblings.

Think EFT. Emotional Freedom Technique.

It may not be for everyone while I have found so to be helpful along with right, breath work, meditating, yoga…when I am disciplined to do these things, that is!

I will continue to not drink with you tonight.

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#14

I have been receiving error messages when trying to “ like “ others’ comments / suggestions…as usual, there are solid ones here.
Please keep us posted!

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Lexapro helped generally. Xanax as needed for panic attacks. Haven’t needed Xanax since I started lexapro

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#16

Ohhh yes. Many. Im on an SSRI for Depression/Anxiety and due to my most recent episode (2-3 weeks ago) they upped the dosage and gave me hydroxyzine as needed twice a day. You are not alone

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