anxiety.................. ..........?
Q. I have really bad anxiety and i honestly think right now , the only thing to help is medication. What are specific ways of obtaining a script. What measures do you have to take , etc
Asked by 0_0 - Sat Oct 17 22:49:14 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First, you need to see a counselor. Only a counselor can determine the best method to control your anxiety. Generally, counselors will attempt cognitive behavioral therapy first...basically teach you how to stop the anxiety. If that isn't effective enough, THEN medication will be looked into. Medication should be your last resort if you haven't seen a counselor.
Answered by sweethearttx - Sat Oct 17 23:28:33 2009

What is the best anxiety medication that works the fastest?
Q. I am about to go to my doctor and ask her to prescribe me some anxiety medication. I have been dealing with anxiety for so long that I can't take it any more. I wanted to know which anxiety medication works the fastest. I don't want to wait months for the medication to kick in.
Asked by suckylife5 - Thu Dec 14 18:02:25 2006 - - 22 Answers - 3 Comments

A. Meditation and not medication is the answer; Combine good meditative practices with the medication that your doctor has prescribed. The response would be faster. Also, continue with your meditative practice without interruption life-long, just as you would not forget to breathe!
Answered by blum19 - Thu Dec 14 18:05:29 2006

How long do anxiety symptoms last before they get better and clear up for good?
Q. I have been suffering from Anxiety and worry, and because of this i have chest pain/tightness and dizziness/headaches. How long do anxiety symptoms last before they get better? Actually i saw the Doc yesterday and told me to get more exercise and to relax. He told me to come back if i feel i need more help, but for now he advised me to do that.
Asked by Matthew - Tue Jun 15 12:59:35 2010 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments

A. In the short term, the physical symptoms will last no more than half an hour, as your body produces a hormone which blocks the adrenaline. Long term, you can suffer with anxiety for years (unfortunately!!) I first expereienced anxiety when my son was born, I had free floating anxiety everynight, with panic attacks too! It lasted for 14 months, by 18 months I was completely normal again and never panicked about anything. I then had my second child, who is now 4 months old, and I am back to square one... But I know it will go again. Seriously, don't be afraid to seek professional help for your anxiety - It's so so common. Feel free to email me if you ever want to talk about it.
Answered by Baby#3!! Due 03/2011 - Tue Jun 15 13:45:12 2010

How to beat anxiety and depression without seeing a psychiatrist ?
Q. I have been going through a lot my whole life and I finally have an appointment with a psychiatrist on Wednesday but it's really making me nervous. I am starting to have doubts on whether or not I should go. Should I still go or should I try and beat this depression and anxiety on my own ? What are things I can do on a daily basis to make myself feel better ? Any advice ? I feel like I should go but I have anxiety just thinking about going .
Asked by I Cupcakes - Sat Mar 28 14:26:28 2009 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Take a deep breath and go to your appointment. Nothing ventured , nothing gained. Proper diet and exercise will help as well.
Answered by t-shirt guy - Sat Mar 28 14:31:18 2009

What anxiety medication do you take and how did you first know you needed medication?
Q. What anxiety medication do you take and how did you first know you needed medication?
Asked by Penny - Sun Oct 5 21:17:05 2008 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I take Zoloft for my anxiety. I know it is an antidepressant, but it also works as an anitanxiety medicine. I first discovered that I needed to take medication when I was in seventh grade and I realized that I had a bunch of irrational fears about dying. I didn't tell my parents, and my anxieties took over my life. My grades started dropping and I quickly became depressed. Then, the next year in eighth grade, it was even worse. I almost failed eighth grade because I couldn't concentrate. Still, I didn't tell my parents. My parents yelled at me and I felt even worse about myself. My self esteem got even lower, and I was determined to fight my anxiety and pass high school. In night grade, I tried my hardest to push away my anxieties, and I… [cont.]
Answered by Accidentally.In.Love - Sun Oct 5 21:28:25 2008

What are good meds that treat anxiety and not depression?
Q. I have VERY bad anxiety. To a point where going out of the house is impossible. I have to self talk myself before I go out if that doesn't work I leave it in the hands of God. If I am depressed I am only depressed because I can't control my anxiety. What is a good drug that treats anxiety and not depression?
Asked by Lou Lou - Sun Sep 23 23:29:52 2007 - - 5 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Ativan and xanax are antianxiolytics, but are extremely addictive. They work very well to quell anxiety but you build a tolerance that requires a higher dose in a very short period of time. Any good doctor will only prescribe these meds for short term use and will suggest you get some counselling help to learn how to control your anxiety. Long term that's your best bet...it seems if you are self talking already, that's a start. The antidepressant paxil is good for social anxiety and might be what you need. It's not addictive and I've seen it make a huge difference in a few of my friends lives who were becoming rather reclusive because of post menopausal anxiety. Best of luck to you.
Answered by lookwid - Sun Sep 23 23:57:42 2007

How to overcome severe social anxiety, when you got it after stopping anxiety meds, and have a stutter?
Q. I get very very nervous around people i don't know, and I would really really like to be more social but i end up getting anxiety about it, due to my stutter, as i do have a severe stutter. I never had social anxiety till after stopping the anti anxiety meds, in which i was on for general anxiety disorder.
Asked by B - Wed Dec 31 20:45:02 2008 - - 2 Answers - 2 Comments

A. Hi B, I am so glad you got off the meds. All the things I have read about meds for anxiety and other disorders will just add other medical problems, like RLS. It is not easy, but make your self get out at least three times a week,, in a mall, movie, park, just get out. Everyone has some kind of problem, and remember you are very smart. By typing this in here shows me you are brave. This place people are so judgemental, so if you get dumb responce in here just tell your self that person has a problem or he or she would not put you down, that should make you feel better knowing you are not along. Good luck!!
Answered by toppy - Wed Dec 31 20:54:45 2008

How can I cure separation anxiety in my dog?
Q. My beagle has severe separation anxiety. I cannot leave him alone without him howling nonstop for hours. It causes me stress because I feel like I spend as much time as can with him, but I have a life and have to be away from him sometimes for work and school. I am reluctant to get another dog as many people say because I don't want to risk doubling my problems. What are some good ways to help cure him of separation anxiety, or at leas keep him from howling so frantically?
Asked by Jeff - Sun Aug 12 04:29:53 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. you can't cure it, but you can help control it. make sure before you leave you take him outside on a strenous walk. get a crate and get him accustomed to it. once he's comfortable it will give him a place he knows is safe and you'll return. make the crate a safe and fun place to be. put things he finds comforting in it, as long as he won't eat them. and don't leave him in the crate for long periods. you're best to put him in the crate in a room where you can dissapear from. don't make a sound while he's howling. once he stops even for a second return. do not make a big deal out of it. act like it's the most normal thing in the world for you to be doing. keep doing this for longer periods until you get the desired reaction from… [cont.]
Answered by cagney - Sun Aug 12 04:57:53 2007

How do i reduce anxiety about going for a driving test?
Q. I have a driving test in 3 weeks time, the only problem is I am suffering bad anxiety at the moment, do you think I would be better putting my test of until i get help for my anxiety or is there a way i can manage my anxiety on the test day so that i don't get too nervous, is there any techniques i could use to reduce the anxiety on test day?
Asked by u29rm4 - Mon Apr 26 13:49:50 2010 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

What are good herbal remedies for anxiety?
Q. I am without health insurance, and suffer from moderate anxiety/depression (diagnosed by my doctor) and am looking for information on herbal or natural remedies to help calm my anxiety. I have tried st. johns wart more than once, and didn't notice any difference, and I am looking for other herbs and such that might help, preferably with knowledge from experience.
Asked by jst.christopher - Sun May 24 01:21:50 2009 - - 16 Answers - 0 Comments

A. 1) Wild Kratom (strongest and best, guaranteed to work for EVERYONE) 2) Kava-Kava (works for most, not for everyone and NO it is NOT toxic, that study was debunked and Kava is now approved by the FDA) 3) St John's Worth (works for few, not for most) 4) Salvia (works for everyone, except it's very tricky, as at higher doses it can cause hallucinations for up to 10 mins) 5) Marijuana (only resort to it if it's legal in your State)
Answered by Mike - Mon May 25 04:31:37 2009

What causes an anxiety disorder to develop, and how can I control it without the use of prescription drugs?
Q. I've had an anxiety disorder for as long as I can remember. But it is gradually getting worse, to the point where the simplest things will cause me to have a panic attack. It's taking over my life. Every therapist I've ever tried seeing has always just given me prescription after prescription. I want to know if any of you have this problem- if so, how do you deal with it? How do you calm yourself down? How do you cope with it?
Asked by kayelle. - Sun Nov 1 05:20:50 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Ive had an anxiety disorder for a while as well, and I deal with it without prescription drugs. Basically, to deal with my panic attacks and general anxiety I will do one of 3 things. 1. If possible, I will take some time to sit alone and meditate, it really helps to clear your mind. I cannot suggest this technique more - it takes a while to get to the point where you can meditate easily, but it works better than any medication I've ever taken. 2. Write/Talk out my fears at that time. I will write down or say out loud what is causing my anxiety, and the more I read or say them, the stupider they seem. 3. Talk to someone about it. In the past I used to talk to my therapist about my issues, and it did really help, but now that I don't… [cont.]
Answered by googlegot - Sun Nov 1 05:44:45 2009

How do you manage your anxiety?
Q. I've known a few people that have had anxiety so badly that they have hardly been able to function without medications. I do alright, but I get extremely nervous on exams and job interviews, and will often make a mindless mistake out of fear and anxiety. What have some of you long-time sufferers of anxiety done to help yourselves during times when anxiety could have made or broken you?
Asked by raigafan18 - Thu Jun 24 19:01:19 2010 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. May I suggest that you instead of aiming to 'manage' your anxiety, you should cure it? Doctors seem to use this word 'manage', because they don't think it can be cured. But I think they're wrong. There are lots of things you can do to help yourself by keeping healthy - like eating lots of fresh (ideally organic) vegetables and fruit, exercising (walking's great!), breathing properly, and I like the suggestion of meditating (but that's not everyone's thing). But in regard to curing your anxiety, there are a couple of good self-help programs available on the web, but I recommend you consider The Linden Method. Charles Linden promises to cure anxiety disorders - and has a 96.7% success rate, and a 365 day money back guarantee. I've seen… [cont.]
Answered by Vicki - Mon Jun 28 03:31:44 2010

How do you deal with stress and anxiety?
Q. I'm one of those people that have a really hard time dealing with stress and anxiety. How do you deal with stress and anxiety?
Asked by CK - Sun Oct 5 04:00:56 2008 - - 6 Answers - 1 Comments

A. Negative emotions (like sadness, stress, anger, etc.) causes your Serotonin production to be low; when your Serotonin level is low, you are more prone to getting Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Depression, etc. Medication like Antidepressants (SSRI - Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitor) helps to boost Serotonin level. But there are natural ways to do it without medication. There's this strange herb called "St John's Wort" - it is said to be more effective than Prozac. No, it is not for mild depression only and ignore those sayings. In fact, it does help anxiety and panic-attacks as St John's Wort works like prozac. Other natural ways will be exercise, diet, more exposure to light, etc. The problem is that, even if your Serotonin is balanced... [cont.]
Answered by Piper G - Sun Oct 5 04:13:25 2008

How do you overcome anxiety attacks on amusement park rides?
Q. I want some tips on how to overcome rides at amusement parks. I dont really ride much because I'm afraid that I will have an anxiety attack on the ride. I want some tips to deal with it during a ride or how to prevent them. Thanks! -Please no smart-ass answers. Im in need of help!
Asked by Orvillian - Mon May 24 21:04:25 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. relax yourself before sit down . here is wat i do i pretend i am in a more dangerous situation like a killer is chacing you through the park and your only hope is to go on the roller coaster anything that is worse than the situation that you are in will work. i have anxiety also this works for me . best of luck
Answered by ladygirly - Mon May 24 21:21:25 2010

How does a depression medicine work for anxiety?
Q. I have Social anxiety. My doctor prescribed Zoloft which is a depression medicine. I am just curious, how does the same medicine also treats social anxiety???
Asked by vanilla bean - Mon Dec 7 13:47:03 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. They go hand in hand. You get anxious about something and after some time it becomes depressed over that same thing. In both cases, when the nerve ends send messages to the next nerve thru a gap, these messages don't get there, they sort of bounce back to their origin. This is what's called a chemical imbalance in the brain. These messages are sent via chemicals 'jumping' from one nerve end to the other. If they don't get 'absorbed' by the second nerve, we become depressed and probably more anxious about more things in life.
Answered by FlowersYes - Mon Dec 7 14:00:19 2009

Can a lot of anxiety and stress cause a heart attack in a person with a healthy heart?
Q. I have been to 2 cardiologists and a whole bunch of other doctors to check if I have a heart problem. They've done multiple tests and all conclude that I have a healthy heart. At times I feel a sense of my heart skipping a beat and off and on pain, I do suffer from some health anxiety and it stresses me out. I have a heart obsession I'm always afraid of something happening with my heart. I'm 21 yrs old and overweight but I have been eating healthy. I eat fish, lots of veggies and drink organic juices. So I just want to know if thinking bad things all the time can cause bad things to happen?
Asked by theoneandonly321 - Mon Apr 30 19:26:28 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I am the same exact way. I have been experiencing panic/anxiety attacks for a little more than a year. It is one of the scariest feelings in the world when you think something is wrong with your heart. I experience heart palpitations very often. I am constantly wondering if I am going to die, but the doctor keeps reassuring me that my heart is healthy, and I am absolutely fine. To answer your question, yes, a great deal of stress, can cause a heart attack, but I don't think you have anything to worry about at age 21. Obeisity, is also a factor in heart disease, but again, if your doctor has assured you that your heart is healthy, then my advice is to take his word. When you feel that your heart is skipping a beat, remember your… [cont.]
Answered by jessica22 - Mon Apr 30 19:57:52 2007

How do you handle anxiety while waiting for an important college-admission decision?
Q. The applications themselves are okay because proactive, but the waiting period is brutal. I'm having insomnia, anxiety dreams, fits of listless apathy, existential crises, flights of panic. It's lovely. Anyone have some tips on how to deal?
Asked by Harper - Thu Mar 25 00:23:52 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I think just being able to talk to someone about it will help. I'm waiting to hear about my college of music auditions and it is BRUTAL. I used to have nightmares almost every night, when I could get to sleep, but I started talking about it with my councilor and friends and it has really helped. Good luck on getting in!
Answered by Blake - Thu Mar 25 00:31:10 2010

How can I calm my anxiety problems at night time?
Q. At night time I have severe anxiety and paranoia problems. I continually convince myself that I can hear noises downstairs and I scare myself into believing that someone is trying to/has broken into my home. As a result of this I am up and down the stairs double checking locks etc, and this goes on for hours. I'm hardly sleeping and its really taking its toll. Does anyone have any advice on how to overcome this problem?
Asked by Cupcake - Tue Sep 15 11:52:03 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I have the same problem, PLUS Chronic Insomnia. Try to avoid eating any dairy products. The only time you should eat dairy products is in the morning. Dairy increases your mental and physical state. But I learned to overcome my anxiety and every once in a while I still have insomnia. 1.) Get into a comfortable position. (I sleep on my right side.) 2.) Clear your mind. This is important and you need to stay focused. 3.) relax your body. Head to toe. Let the stress of the day just flow out of you. 4.) (This is completely up to you.) But think about the time that you felt at peace. It will most likely calm your inner fears. Then Voila. Hope this helps. :)
Answered by Araxis Vanity - Tue Sep 15 12:35:23 2009

How can I overcome the anxiety that sets in when trying to raise my consciousness?
Q. Lately I've been trying to raise my cosmic consciousness, intuition, and connectedness through meditation and self hypnosis tapes. The problem is that when I actually feel something starting to happen (like a "lifting up" sensation) I get anxiety in my chest/stomach and it brings me back down. How can I overcome that fear? I'm fairly new to all this so any tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Asked by Dingleberry - Sun May 10 21:17:48 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Raising the level of consciousness takes time, it is an ongoing process which takes years. You shouldn't fear if there is any sensation just ignore the experiences and continue with your practices. You can try Free guided meditation at There are also many resources under FAQ section You can also try meditations based upon powerful mantra's. Hope you will be able to manage your stress.
Answered by H J - Tue May 12 00:20:19 2009

Depression and anxiety sufferers : How difficult do you find it to meet new people and date ?
Q. I've been suffering from anxiety disorder and depression 2 years now and in those 2 years my social skills have dropped tragically and i have zero confidence when it comes to asking a lady out on a date or anything like that. Im seeing a therapist a couple of times a week and im improving little by little but still a long way to go was just wondering if anyone else here who suffers from depression or anxiety disorder could tell me do they have the same problems ?
Asked by sexyboy - Sun Feb 28 01:25:23 2010 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Was diagnosed with social anxiety disorder a few years ago. Had to be pulled out of high school because of panic attacks. The drama, rejection, and social aspect of everything brought me to a very suicidal state and even to the state of wanting to harm everyone around me. I got really bad and left my house very rarely. Year and a half of therapy and family support later I actually starting dating a girl. Then she cheated on me with some jock loser. Which reveres all the progress I made :( I have the panic attacks back under control and am able to go out for a small amount of time and be okay, but as far as friends, family and relationships, I have had little improvement. It is made so much worse when no one cares, believes you or… [cont.]
Answered by - Sun Feb 28 01:33:00 2010