Comments for Depression and Anxiety http://www.depressionsite4you.com Anxiety Therapy - Bipolar Disease - Fighting Depression Wed, 10 Mar 2010 18:53:49 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5.1 Comment on What's the difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder? by girly girl 101 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-571 girly girl 101 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:45:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-571 Anxiety becomes a disorder when you start to worry and worry so much to where you just can't stand it. Like you really can't stop thinking about what you are worrying about! Mostly, shy people have problems with anxiety and it eventually becomes a disorder because shy people don't like being in the spotlight and talking to people and they worry about that. I should know I have an anxiety disorder! I take medication so I don't worry as much and so i don't have mood swings. So anxiety disorders are a big deal and they are where you worry a lot and can't really stop worrying about it, until it's over! Most people who worry too much shake and get all nervous in front of people like something simple like giving a presentation, or like getting so nervous to where they can't hardly think at times probably have a disorder. Like just the other day, I had to read my play in drama class and I was so nervous because the teacher was making everyone read theirs. My legs were shaking I was so nervous and afraid or rejection I could barely talk, but I tried.... Oh gosh. That's what it's like. It's to where, everyday you try not to worry about little things, but you do.<br><b>References : </b><br> Anxiety becomes a disorder when you start to worry and worry so much to where you just can't stand it. Like you really can't stop thinking about what you are worrying about! Mostly, shy people have problems with anxiety and it eventually becomes a disorder because shy people don't like being in the spotlight and talking to people and they worry about that. I should know I have an anxiety disorder! I take medication so I don't worry as much and so i don't have mood swings. So anxiety disorders are a big deal and they are where you worry a lot and can't really stop worrying about it, until it's over! Most people who worry too much shake and get all nervous in front of people like something simple like giving a presentation, or like getting so nervous to where they can't hardly think at times probably have a disorder. Like just the other day, I had to read my play in drama class and I was so nervous because the teacher was making everyone read theirs. My legs were shaking I was so nervous and afraid or rejection I could barely talk, but I tried…. Oh gosh. That's what it's like. It's to where, everyday you try not to worry about little things, but you do.
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]]> Comment on What's the difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder? by stace http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-570 stace Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:23:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-570 It becomes a disorder when it severely impairs your day-to-day life. For example, you may have a fear of cereal, but in order to get to the oatmeal you've got to pass a zillion packages of Cap'n Crunch, Fruit Loops, Cheerios, etc. Even though you're anxious about encountering the cereal, you're still able to suck it up and snag the oatmeal. In the event of a serious disorder, you'd avoid the breakfast aisle altogether, maybe even every single store carrying cereal products.<br><b>References : </b><br> It becomes a disorder when it severely impairs your day-to-day life. For example, you may have a fear of cereal, but in order to get to the oatmeal you've got to pass a zillion packages of Cap'n Crunch, Fruit Loops, Cheerios, etc. Even though you're anxious about encountering the cereal, you're still able to suck it up and snag the oatmeal. In the event of a serious disorder, you'd avoid the breakfast aisle altogether, maybe even every single store carrying cereal products.
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]]> Comment on What's the difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder? by Isa http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-569 Isa Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:56:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-569 Today it seems as if every single person you encounter is “on something” for stress, depression or anxiety. All of them can neatly be lumped into the same category and are caused by stress. Anxiety is an unpleasant emotional state, an anxiety disorder is something more accurate and that could be considerate as a "phobia". Between anxieties disorders we find :Separation anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Social anxiety disorder, Phobias, Agoraphobia, Panic disorder, Generalized anxiety disorder, etc.<br><b>References : </b><br>http://anxiety.sylickon.com Today it seems as if every single person you encounter is “on something” for stress, depression or anxiety. All of them can neatly be lumped into the same category and are caused by stress.

Anxiety is an unpleasant emotional state, an anxiety disorder is something more accurate and that could be considerate as a "phobia".

Between anxieties disorders we find :Separation anxiety, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Obsessive-compulsive disorder, Social anxiety disorder, Phobias, Agoraphobia, Panic disorder, Generalized anxiety disorder, etc.
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]]> Comment on What's the difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder? by Foxx http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-568 Foxx Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:07:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-568 Anxiety is something everyone has and IS good for you in small doses. It can help you make decisions. An Anxiety Disorder is very bad for you because it can keep you from making good decision in a timely manner. If you have this disorder you could have trouble talking to that nice guy or girl you want and you'd begin worrying about everything especially very small things. When you have an anxiety disorder it inhibits you more often than it should.<br><b>References : </b><br> Anxiety is something everyone has and IS good for you in small doses. It can help you make decisions.

An Anxiety Disorder is very bad for you because it can keep you from making good decision in a timely manner. If you have this disorder you could have trouble talking to that nice guy or girl you want and you'd begin worrying about everything especially very small things. When you have an anxiety disorder it inhibits you more often than it should.
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]]> Comment on What's the difference between anxiety and an anxiety disorder? by [O]peration [I]raqi [L]iberation http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-567 [O]peration [I]raqi [L]iberation Tue, 24 Mar 2009 22:45:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/whats-the-difference-between-anxiety-and-an-anxiety-disorder#comment-567 I think it becomes a disorder when it starts to interfere with your day to day life and you start being anxious when you really have nothing to be anxious about. If you get nervous before a date or a job interview then it's just anxiety but if you get nervous just getting up and going to work then it might be a disorder<br><b>References : </b><br> I think it becomes a disorder when it starts to interfere with your day to day life and you start being anxious when you really have nothing to be anxious about.

If you get nervous before a date or a job interview then it's just anxiety but if you get nervous just getting up and going to work then it might be a disorder
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]]> Comment on How did you overcome your severe anxiety? by Eric S http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-566 Eric S Sat, 21 Mar 2009 03:30:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-566 the real question is to ask why do you have it? what are you so worried about, smile more! :) there are many natural things to do to stop a panic attack, try taking a deep breath and release the worry from your shoulders like vapor, feel it release and relax, take a few more deep breaths, as you do this, remember that whatever you are fearing is not the end of the world and even the worst outcome is probably not even that bad or even possible due to the law of averages, we usually over-exaggerate problems in our mind and get overly excited about the outcome and this triggers a panic attack.<br><b>References : </b><br>http://myanxietycure.net/ya3 the real question is to ask why do you have it? what are you so worried about, smile more! :) there are many natural things to do to stop a panic attack, try taking a deep breath and release the worry from your shoulders like vapor, feel it release and relax, take a few more deep breaths, as you do this, remember that whatever you are fearing is not the end of the world and even the worst outcome is probably not even that bad or even possible due to the law of averages, we usually over-exaggerate problems in our mind and get overly excited about the outcome and this triggers a panic attack.
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]]> Comment on How did you overcome your severe anxiety? by Chris o http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-565 Chris o Sat, 21 Mar 2009 03:15:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-565 1. Drink Chamomile tea on a daily basis(this is a mild and safe sedative which has a cumulative effect, since its a flower you may be allergic if you have ragweed allergy, so be aware of that) #2. Exercise daily (walk, jog, whatever, just get moving, exercise is the best and easiest way to increase your resistance to anxiety and stress) #3. No more stimulants ( this means caffiene, chocolate, and alcohol. These substances make the central nervous system overactive, when alcohol wears off it releases adrenaline causing more anxiety) #4. Eat rice ( rice has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety) #5. Relax more often (Anxiety has a snowball effect. The more you relax, the more your body will stay relaxed. So try and stay relaxed as much as possibly, try not to let anyone or anything stress you out) Tip: If the anxiety gets real tough, Dont sit still and dwell on it, Walk it off, the anxiety is often caused by stimulation from adrenaline release and movement actually burns the adrenaline out of your blood stream)<br><b>References : </b><br>Experience. 1. Drink Chamomile tea on a daily basis(this is a mild and safe sedative which has a cumulative effect, since its a flower you may be allergic if you have ragweed allergy, so be aware of that)

#2. Exercise daily (walk, jog, whatever, just get moving, exercise is the best and easiest way to increase your resistance to anxiety and stress)

#3. No more stimulants ( this means caffiene, chocolate, and alcohol. These substances make the central nervous system overactive, when alcohol wears off it releases adrenaline causing more anxiety)

#4. Eat rice ( rice has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety)

#5. Relax more often (Anxiety has a snowball effect. The more you relax, the more your body will stay relaxed. So try and stay relaxed as much as possibly, try not to let anyone or anything stress you out)

Tip: If the anxiety gets real tough, Dont sit still and dwell on it, Walk it off, the anxiety is often caused by stimulation from adrenaline release and movement actually burns the adrenaline out of your blood stream)
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]]> Comment on How did you overcome your severe anxiety? by lordreith http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-564 lordreith Sat, 21 Mar 2009 02:37:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-564 It’s normal to feel nervous and awkward in some social situations. Going on a first date or giving a presentation may give you that uncomfortable feeling of having butterflies in your stomach, for instance. For some people, though, common, everyday social situations cause extreme anxiety, fear and self-consciousness, and they may become impossible to engage in. You may go to great lengths and come up with many excuses to avoid dating or giving presentations. You may not even be able to eat with acquaintances or write a check at the grocery store, let alone go to a party with lots of strangers. With anxiety this extreme, you may have social anxiety disorder. Social anxiety disorder is a chronic mental health condition that causes an irrational anxiety or fear of activities or situations in which you believe that others are watching you or judging you. You also fear that you’ll embarrass or humiliate yourself. If you or a loved one has social anxiety disorder, take heart. Effective treatment — often with cognitive behavior therapy, medication and positive coping skills — can improve your quality of life. Symptoms Social anxiety disorder can have emotional, behavioral and physical signs and symptoms. Emotional and behavioral signs and symptoms of social anxiety disorder include: Intense fear of being in situations in which you don’t know people Fear of situations in which you may be judged Worrying about embarrassing or humiliating yourself Fear that others will notice that you look anxious Anxiety that disrupts your daily routine, work, school or other activities Avoiding doing things or speaking to people out of fear of embarrassment Avoiding situations where you might be the center of attention Physical signs and symptoms of social anxiety disorder include: Blushing Profuse sweating Trembling or shaking Nausea Stomach upset Difficulty talking Shaky voice Muscle tension Confusion Palpitations Diarrhea Cold, clammy hands Difficulty making eye contact Associated characteristics include: Low self-esteem Trouble being assertive Negative self-talk Hypersensitivity to criticism Poor social skills Worrying about having symptoms When you have social anxiety disorder, you realize that your anxiety or fear is out of proportion to the situation. Yet you’re so worried about developing social anxiety disorder symptoms that you avoid situations that may trigger them. And indeed, just worrying about having any symptoms can cause them or make them worse. Causes Like many other mental health conditions, social anxiety disorder likely arises from a complex interaction of environment and genes. Researchers continue to study possible causes, including: Genes. Researchers are seeking out specific genes that play a role in anxiety and fear. Social anxiety disorder seems to run in families. But it’s not clear whether that hereditary component is related to genetics or to anxious behavior you learn from other family members. Biochemistry. Researchers are exploring the idea that natural chemicals in your body may play a role in social anxiety disorder. For instance, an imbalance in the brain chemical serotonin (ser-oh-TOE-nin) could be a factor. Serotonin, a neurotransmitter, helps regulate mood and emotions, among other things. People with social anxiety disorder may be extra-sensitive to the effects of serotonin. Fear responses. Some research suggests that a structure in the brain called the amygdala (uh-MIG-duh-luh) may play a role in controlling the fear response. People who have an overactive amygdala may have a heightened fear response, causing increased anxiety in social situations. Risk factors Social anxiety disorder is one of the most common of all mental disorders. Up to 13 percent of people in Western countries experience social anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. Social anxiety disorder usually begins in the early to midteens, although it can sometimes begin earlier in childhood or in adulthood. A number of factors can increase the risk of developing social anxiety disorder, including: Your sex. About twice as many women as men have social anxiety disorder. Family history. Some research indicates that you’re more likely to develop social anxiety disorder if your biological parents or siblings have the condition. Environment. Some experts theorize that social anxiety disorder is a learned behavior. That is, you may develop the condition after witnessing the anxious behavior of others. In addition, there may be an association between social anxiety disorder and parents who are more controlling or protective of their children. Negative experiences. Children who experience teasing, bullying, rejection, ridicule or humiliation may be more prone to social anxiety disorder. In addition, other negative events in life, such as family conflict or sexual abuse, may be<br><b>References : </b><br> It’s normal to feel nervous and awkward in some social situations. Going on a first date or giving a presentation may give you that uncomfortable feeling of having butterflies in your stomach, for instance.
For some people, though, common, everyday social situations cause extreme anxiety, fear and self-consciousness, and they may become impossible to engage in. You may go to great lengths and come up with many excuses to avoid dating or giving presentations. You may not even be able to eat with acquaintances or write a check at the grocery store, let alone go to a party with lots of strangers.
With anxiety this extreme, you may have social anxiety disorder. Social anxiety disorder is a chronic mental health condition that causes an irrational anxiety or fear of activities or situations in which you believe that others are watching you or judging you. You also fear that you’ll embarrass or humiliate yourself.
If you or a loved one has social anxiety disorder, take heart. Effective treatment — often with cognitive behavior therapy, medication and positive coping skills — can improve your quality of life.
Symptoms
Social anxiety disorder can have emotional, behavioral and physical signs and symptoms.
Emotional and behavioral signs and symptoms of social anxiety disorder include:
Intense fear of being in situations in which you don’t know people
Fear of situations in which you may be judged
Worrying about embarrassing or humiliating yourself
Fear that others will notice that you look anxious
Anxiety that disrupts your daily routine, work, school or other activities
Avoiding doing things or speaking to people out of fear of embarrassment
Avoiding situations where you might be the center of attention
Physical signs and symptoms of social anxiety disorder include:
Blushing
Profuse sweating
Trembling or shaking
Nausea
Stomach upset
Difficulty talking
Shaky voice
Muscle tension
Confusion
Palpitations
Diarrhea
Cold, clammy hands
Difficulty making eye contact
Associated characteristics include:
Low self-esteem
Trouble being assertive
Negative self-talk
Hypersensitivity to criticism
Poor social skills
Worrying about having symptoms
When you have social anxiety disorder, you realize that your anxiety or fear is out of proportion to the situation. Yet you’re so worried about developing social anxiety disorder symptoms that you avoid situations that may trigger them. And indeed, just worrying about having any symptoms can cause them or make them worse.
Causes
Like many other mental health conditions, social anxiety disorder likely arises from a complex interaction of environment and genes. Researchers continue to study possible causes, including:
Genes. Researchers are seeking out specific genes that play a role in anxiety and fear. Social anxiety disorder seems to run in families. But it’s not clear whether that hereditary component is related to genetics or to anxious behavior you learn from other family members.
Biochemistry. Researchers are exploring the idea that natural chemicals in your body may play a role in social anxiety disorder. For instance, an imbalance in the brain chemical serotonin (ser-oh-TOE-nin) could be a factor. Serotonin, a neurotransmitter, helps regulate mood and emotions, among other things. People with social anxiety disorder may be extra-sensitive to the effects of serotonin.
Fear responses. Some research suggests that a structure in the brain called the amygdala (uh-MIG-duh-luh) may play a role in controlling the fear response. People who have an overactive amygdala may have a heightened fear response, causing increased anxiety in social situations.
Risk factors
Social anxiety disorder is one of the most common of all mental disorders. Up to 13 percent of people in Western countries experience social anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. Social anxiety disorder usually begins in the early to midteens, although it can sometimes begin earlier in childhood or in adulthood.
A number of factors can increase the risk of developing social anxiety disorder, including:
Your sex. About twice as many women as men have social anxiety disorder.
Family history. Some research indicates that you’re more likely to develop social anxiety disorder if your biological parents or siblings have the condition.
Environment. Some experts theorize that social anxiety disorder is a learned behavior. That is, you may develop the condition after witnessing the anxious behavior of others. In addition, there may be an association between social anxiety disorder and parents who are more controlling or protective of their children.
Negative experiences. Children who experience teasing, bullying, rejection, ridicule or humiliation may be more prone to social anxiety disorder. In addition, other negative events in life, such as family conflict or sexual abuse, may be
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]]> Comment on How did you overcome your severe anxiety? by charlderado http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-563 charlderado Sat, 21 Mar 2009 01:52:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-563 I know you are feeling pretty low at the moment, anxiety can be overcome but does need commitment from you, You don't want to be taking any medication, as they can become addictive. I know you say that when you google a search all you find is someone trying to sell you an E-Book. Well you are right there, but what you need to find is a program that gives you more than just an ebook. My girlfriend had been struggling with anxiety for some time, and it put alot of strain on our relationship, until she discovered this one move techniqued method. I will provide the link in case you are interested in looking at it http://www.beatanxietypanicattacks.com/joe-barry-anxiety-release-method-review.php This program comes with audio and videos and you have access to an anxiety coach as well. Another program that is worth looking at is the easy calm, here is the link http://www.beatanxietypanicattacks.com/easy-calm-review.php My girlfriend looked at both programs but chose the anxiety release, but from what I have seen the other is equally as good. What ever you choose and how you go about finding a solution to your anxiety problems, remember we can beat anything providing we give 100% nothing comes easy. All I can say is that my girlfriend and I have a wonderful relationship now, and yes she is the life of the party , her problems with not wanting to go out anymore have completing gone. We live quite an active social life now, So I wish you every success with your research<br><b>References : </b><br>www.beatanxietypanicattacks.com I know you are feeling pretty low at the moment, anxiety can be overcome but does need commitment from you, You don't want to be taking any medication, as they can become addictive.

I know you say that when you google a search all you find is someone trying to sell you an E-Book. Well you are right there, but what you need to find is a program that gives you more than just an ebook. My girlfriend had been struggling with anxiety for some time, and it put alot of strain on our relationship, until she discovered this one move techniqued method.
I will provide the link in case you are interested in looking at it http://www.beatanxietypanicattacks.com/joe-barry-anxiety-release-method-review.php
This program comes with audio and videos and you have access to an anxiety coach as well.
Another program that is worth looking at is the easy calm, here is the link http://www.beatanxietypanicattacks.com/easy-calm-review.php

My girlfriend looked at both programs but chose the anxiety release, but from what I have seen the other is equally as good.

What ever you choose and how you go about finding a solution to your anxiety problems, remember we can beat anything providing we give 100% nothing comes easy.
All I can say is that my girlfriend and I have a wonderful relationship now, and yes she is the life of the party , her problems with not wanting to go out anymore have completing gone. We live quite an active social life now,
So I wish you every success with your research
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]]> Comment on How did you overcome your severe anxiety? by coolgoose http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-562 coolgoose Sat, 21 Mar 2009 01:24:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-562 hi there...my case is somewhat similar to yours...ive been having anxiety problems...god knows since wen...but now ive started taking help from a psychologist n the therapy has really helped me...they teach u relaxation techniques n systematic desensitization...systematic desensitization means gradually exposing urself to ur fear..earlier i was quite anxious to go out alone...but gradually im trying n the result is, my confidence levels are improving...my advice to u is to make use of each n every opportunity that will help u overcome ur fears...start with simple things...dont lose heart...wenever u r alone try relaxing ur whole body...once u master that start applying that in situations that make u anxious...but the most important thing is to slowly n gradually start facing ur fear...im highlighting the word "gradually"...dont be too hard on urself...all the best!!! hope i could be of some help to u!!!<br><b>References : </b><br> hi there…my case is somewhat similar to yours…ive been having anxiety problems…god knows since wen…but now ive started taking help from a psychologist n the therapy has really helped me…they teach u relaxation techniques n systematic desensitization…systematic desensitization means gradually exposing urself to ur fear..earlier i was quite anxious to go out alone…but gradually im trying n the result is, my confidence levels are improving…my advice to u is to make use of each n every opportunity that will help u overcome ur fears…start with simple things…dont lose heart…wenever u r alone try relaxing ur whole body…once u master that start applying that in situations that make u anxious…but the most important thing is to slowly n gradually start facing ur fear…im highlighting the word "gradually"…dont be too hard on urself…all the best!!! hope i could be of some help to u!!!
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]]> Comment on How did you overcome your severe anxiety? by Lou http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-561 Lou Sat, 21 Mar 2009 00:37:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-561 The short answer is and you probably know is that you have to believe in yourself and I found that the best way to do that was to have a fit body. I believed that if I could fight them physically then I wouldn't be scared mentally. I can tell you it worked for me I went to the gym and learnt martial arts the better I felt about my body the better I felt in myself. It's like runner or jogger high they call it. You may not want to learn to fight but being fit is a great felling. I'm 43 and have started going to the gym again to get that great feeling as well as keep fit. I hope that helps.<br><b>References : </b><br> The short answer is and you probably know is that you have to believe in yourself and I found that the best way to do that was to have a fit body. I believed that if I could fight them physically then I wouldn't be scared mentally. I can tell you it worked for me I went to the gym and learnt martial arts the better I felt about my body the better I felt in myself. It's like runner or jogger high they call it.
You may not want to learn to fight but being fit is a great felling.
I'm 43 and have started going to the gym again to get that great feeling as well as keep fit.
I hope that helps.
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]]> Comment on How did you overcome your severe anxiety? by Good Morning Darling http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-560 Good Morning Darling Sat, 21 Mar 2009 00:02:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-560 i havent, sorry<br><b>References : </b><br> i havent, sorry
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]]> Comment on How did you overcome your severe anxiety? by ZoMbiE http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-559 ZoMbiE Fri, 20 Mar 2009 23:34:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/how-did-you-overcome-your-severe-anxiety#comment-559 I have spent years trying to get over it and I can't. I know how you feel.<br><b>References : </b><br> I have spent years trying to get over it and I can't. I know how you feel.
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]]> Comment on What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack ? by Julianne P http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-558 Julianne P Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:27:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-558 I feel anxiety is just a bad feeling u feel about something like ur sad when a friend moves away or nervous for a job interview. And panic attack are SERIOUS i get them allllll the time. It's all mostly in your head and you have to try and talk yourself out of them. I usually wake up at like 4-5 am and im up FOREVER and i watch tv or try to at least and it helps a little. Drinking water and breathing and basically just trying to psych yourself out of it helps.<br><b>References : </b><br>I suffer from both of them:( I feel anxiety is just a bad feeling u feel about something like ur sad when a friend moves away or nervous for a job interview. And panic attack are SERIOUS i get them allllll the time. It's all mostly in your head and you have to try and talk yourself out of them. I usually wake up at like 4-5 am and im up FOREVER and i watch tv or try to at least and it helps a little. Drinking water and breathing and basically just trying to psych yourself out of it helps.
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]]> Comment on What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack ? by sydney486 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-557 sydney486 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:01:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-557 Panic attacks are classified as the "worst" type of anxiety attack. There are different stages/levels of anxiety, panic being the worst. Anxiety is anything you fear, which everyone experiences on occasion. When it interferes with every day events, is when it develops into panic disorder. Hope this helps! :)<br><b>References : </b><br> Panic attacks are classified as the "worst" type of anxiety attack. There are different stages/levels of anxiety, panic being the worst. Anxiety is anything you fear, which everyone experiences on occasion. When it interferes with every day events, is when it develops into panic disorder. Hope this helps! :)
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]]> Comment on What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack ? by Eric S http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-556 Eric S Fri, 20 Mar 2009 06:32:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-556 The terms anxiety attack and panic attack are used interchangeably in popular culture, but they have very specific and different meanings to psychiatrists, so I'd like you to know what the difference is too. It's important to know whether you are having and anxiety attack or a panic attack because it will affect the type of treatment that you are likely to respond to (as I'll discuss at the end of this article). An anxiety attack is when something bad happens to you or you're thinking about something bad and you get really anxious. You can get so anxious that you might even have some physical symptoms. For example, you might get shaky, your heart might race, or you might get short of breath. An anxiety attack can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few days. The main feature of an anxiety attack is that you are worrying about something in your LIFE (for example, relationships, work, school, money). A panic attack on the other hand comes on all of a sudden, out of the blue for no reason at all, and it's all about your BODY or your MIND. You suddenly feel like you must be having a heart attack (or a stroke, or passing out, or choking, or vomiting, or going crazy, or losing all control) because your heart is racing, you're short of breath, you may have nausea or tightness in your throat, and you're shaking. A panic attack comes on within ten minutes, but can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours. The main feature of a panic attack is that you are worrying about your BODY or your MIND right then and there, rather than worrying about something in your life. Most people with panic attacks have gone to an emergency room at least once to make sure nothing physical was going on. Some people actually have anxiety attacks that turn into panic attacks. For example, they will start to worry about something stressful in their lives, but then once they get worked up enough, they will start to worry about what's going on in their bodies or their minds instead. The treatment for a panic attacks that are triggered by anxiety attacks is the same as that used for panic disorder. As I mentioned before, the distinction between anxiety attacks and panic attacks is important because it will change the type of treatment you are likely to respond to. For one thing, if you have panic attacks, then antidepressants should only be started at very low doses initially because otherwise they can trigger an increase in your panic attacks (i.e. because you are very sensitive to your body). In contrast, with anxiety attacks, you can usually be started at a normal dose of antidepressants right away (and yes, antidepressants work great for anxiety, even if you are not depressed!). Benzodiazepines (such as Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan, and Valium) will work well for both panic attacks and anxiety attacks, but you are more likely to run into problems with habituation (i.e. getting used to the benzodiazepine) when you have anxiety attacks because those tend to be more frequent. When it comes to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the most effective technique by far for panic attacks will be the interoceptive (body) exposures; whereas, for anxiety attacks, the most effective techniques will usually be relaxation training and thought restructuring. In addition, when you are using cognitive behavioral therapy, you are far more likely to need to do agoraphobia exposures if you have panic attacks because they can so easily trigger agoraphobia (i.e. the avoidance of certain situation and activities). One final note: Whether you are having anxiety attacks or panic attacks, or both, treatment is very likely to be effective! I hope that you find this information useful. Good luck!<br><b>References : </b><br>http://MyAnxietyCure.net/ya1 The terms anxiety attack and panic attack are used interchangeably in popular culture, but they have very specific and different meanings to psychiatrists, so I'd like you to know what the difference is too. It's important to know whether you are having and anxiety attack or a panic attack because it will affect the type of treatment that you are likely to respond to (as I'll discuss at the end of this article).

An anxiety attack is when something bad happens to you or you're thinking about something bad and you get really anxious. You can get so anxious that you might even have some physical symptoms. For example, you might get shaky, your heart might race, or you might get short of breath. An anxiety attack can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few days. The main feature of an anxiety attack is that you are worrying about something in your LIFE (for example, relationships, work, school, money).

A panic attack on the other hand comes on all of a sudden, out of the blue for no reason at all, and it's all about your BODY or your MIND. You suddenly feel like you must be having a heart attack (or a stroke, or passing out, or choking, or vomiting, or going crazy, or losing all control) because your heart is racing, you're short of breath, you may have nausea or tightness in your throat, and you're shaking. A panic attack comes on within ten minutes, but can last anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours. The main feature of a panic attack is that you are worrying about your BODY or your MIND right then and there, rather than worrying about something in your life. Most people with panic attacks have gone to an emergency room at least once to make sure nothing physical was going on.

Some people actually have anxiety attacks that turn into panic attacks. For example, they will start to worry about something stressful in their lives, but then once they get worked up enough, they will start to worry about what's going on in their bodies or their minds instead. The treatment for a panic attacks that are triggered by anxiety attacks is the same as that used for panic disorder.

As I mentioned before, the distinction between anxiety attacks and panic attacks is important because it will change the type of treatment you are likely to respond to. For one thing, if you have panic attacks, then antidepressants should only be started at very low doses initially because otherwise they can trigger an increase in your panic attacks (i.e. because you are very sensitive to your body). In contrast, with anxiety attacks, you can usually be started at a normal dose of antidepressants right away (and yes, antidepressants work great for anxiety, even if you are not depressed!). Benzodiazepines (such as Xanax, Klonopin, Ativan, and Valium) will work well for both panic attacks and anxiety attacks, but you are more likely to run into problems with habituation (i.e. getting used to the benzodiazepine) when you have anxiety attacks because those tend to be more frequent. When it comes to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, the most effective technique by far for panic attacks will be the interoceptive (body) exposures; whereas, for anxiety attacks, the most effective techniques will usually be relaxation training and thought restructuring. In addition, when you are using cognitive behavioral therapy, you are far more likely to need to do agoraphobia exposures if you have panic attacks because they can so easily trigger agoraphobia (i.e. the avoidance of certain situation and activities).

One final note: Whether you are having anxiety attacks or panic attacks, or both, treatment is very likely to be effective! I hope that you find this information useful. Good luck!
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http://MyAnxietyCure.net/ya1

]]> Comment on What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack ? by luis l http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-555 luis l Fri, 20 Mar 2009 06:01:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-555 I have both,i never think about others in a panic and anxiety attacks,panic is for all self protection,anxiety is the feeling to be alone,we scream for attention. NOTE;politicians like to be?<br><b>References : </b><br> I have both,i never think about others in a panic and anxiety attacks,panic is for all self protection,anxiety is the feeling to be alone,we scream for attention.
NOTE;politicians like to be?
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]]> Comment on What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack ? by Diamond http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-554 Diamond Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:22:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-554 no difference<br><b>References : </b><br> no difference
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]]> Comment on What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack ? by brendie http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-553 brendie Fri, 20 Mar 2009 05:17:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-553 panic attack is when you get upset (sometimes not even knowing why) and your heart races, you feel you can't breathe, you feel like you are dying. anxiety attack is when all you can do is worry about bad things happening. such as someone you love will be in a bad car accident, or fall off a cliff, or die for any odd reason.<br><b>References : </b><br> panic attack is when you get upset (sometimes not even knowing why) and your heart races, you feel you can't breathe, you feel like you are dying.

anxiety attack is when all you can do is worry about bad things happening. such as someone you love will be in a bad car accident, or fall off a cliff, or die for any odd reason.
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]]> Comment on What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack ? by Peaceful Dove http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-552 Peaceful Dove Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:56:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-552 Anxiety is being overly nervous/anxious about a situation, but still able to function. Panic is being so overcome with fear that you simply cannot move forward.<br><b>References : </b><br> Anxiety is being overly nervous/anxious about a situation, but still able to function.
Panic is being so overcome with fear that you simply cannot move forward.
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]]> Comment on What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack ? by ryanopt http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-551 ryanopt Fri, 20 Mar 2009 04:14:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-551 I'm definatly no expert and to be honest, ive had my fair share of anxiety. Take anxiety as the feeling of not wanting to go to work tomorrow because your fearful of what your boss may say about your work, take panicing as the feeling of being in that situation and feeling a sudden state of adrenaline and wanting to flee the situation As you may know, theres a difference between panicing and anxiety, anxiety is usually described as an overwhelming fear or can be a long term worry. Panicing is usually a state where by the person will feel overpowering anxiety and will usually feel extremely fearful and want to get away from the situation as quickly as possible. So, the main differences between a panic attack and an anxiety attack i would say are the intensity of the two. Panic attacks usually give you a rush of adrenaline and gives you that urge to flee from the situation, anxiety attacks can sometimes be described as the same, but sometimes just described as sudden feeling of fear or depression from fear without the feelings to flee or evade the situation. I hope this helps.<br><b>References : </b><br> I'm definatly no expert and to be honest, ive had my fair share of anxiety.

Take anxiety as the feeling of not wanting to go to work tomorrow because your fearful of what your boss may say about your work, take panicing as the feeling of being in that situation and feeling a sudden state of adrenaline and wanting to flee the situation

As you may know, theres a difference between panicing and anxiety, anxiety is usually described as an overwhelming fear or can be a long term worry. Panicing is usually a state where by the person will feel overpowering anxiety and will usually feel extremely fearful and want to get away from the situation as quickly as possible.

So, the main differences between a panic attack and an anxiety attack i would say are the intensity of the two. Panic attacks usually give you a rush of adrenaline and gives you that urge to flee from the situation, anxiety attacks can sometimes be described as the same, but sometimes just described as sudden feeling of fear or depression from fear without the feelings to flee or evade the situation.

I hope this helps.
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]]> Comment on What is the difference between a panic attack and an anxiety attack ? by Surreal McCoy http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-550 Surreal McCoy Fri, 20 Mar 2009 03:49:59 +0000 http://www.depressionsite4you.com/anxiety/what-is-the-difference-between-a-panic-attack-and-an-anxiety-attack#comment-550 There is no difference. Panic and anxiety are pretty much the same thing. You panic because you're anxious, you're anxious because you panic. It's just a different word.<br><b>References : </b><br> There is no difference. Panic and anxiety are pretty much the same thing. You panic because you're anxious, you're anxious because you panic. It's just a different word.
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