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FED UP
by Jordanmalyon, Jun 03, 2007 12:00AM
Ok Im agoraphobic.... I haven't been 3 blocks from my home in about 2 years.... I have been prescribed aloprazolam .5mg 3 times a day. When I first took it, I did many things that I didnt normally do (example: I took my daughter to the hospital for her check up, I went with my gf to the store.....) Then the next day I tried to do basically the same thing, and I had a huge panic attack like I usually would have, but I took the medication normally that day. I am so pissed off because of the way I am! I JUST WANT A ******* CURE SO I CAN BE NORMAL! I know what I am scared of when I go out, but it doesnt make sence why I am scared of it because on normal circumstances it wouldnt happen. (passing out). And when I get panic attacks I am scared of passing out.... But really I am more scared of the way I feel b4 passing out. (another example: I cant breathe, I feel like I am in a dream, I am paranoid, I am scared people are thinking I'm psychotic because of the way I am acting) I've been told that exsposure is what I need to do, But I cant go to the extreme. its like putting someone on the edge of a huge building that is terrified of heights, giving them a parachute, and telling them to jump. and even if they do jump they have to do that **** over and over to get better. I am sooooo fed up, but yet when it comes down to it I am not strong enough to overcome my fears.... I feel like its hopeless for me now to even try because I believe that I will never get rid of this retarded problem. I need a quick way out, because Im sick of taking the long route that gets me nowhere.
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I think in your case, because it seems so severe, you should really take baby steps. You had a great day, and the next day you freaked out. It was probably because you couldnt believe you had such a good day, and there was no way you could have 2 in a row. Do you have a front porch or steps? Maybe try sitting on them for an hour or two. Then when you feel comfortable, try taking a walk to the corner, then around the block and just start building your self up. If you have a cell phone- bring it for reassurance- this way you know you can call for help- if you need it- which you probably wont. Exposure is probably really good- but you shouldnt just throw yourself out there. Keep us posted!! Best of luck!!!