Anyone use the Midwest Center anxiety/depression tapes?

[Northcoast]

I saw an infomercial on TV by the Midwest Center for people  with anxiety and depression.  I watched it and it sort of convinced me to give it a try.  So I ordered it and will see how it goes.  It's very expensive, but there is a 30 day guarantee if not satisfied with it.  Just curious to know if anyone else has used this program.  It also came with a free trial of vitamins that are supposed to help with mood.  I think I should ask my doctor about those before I start up with them because the vitamins also include herbs like ginseng.  Anyone give this program a try?

[bip]

Ya, I gave this a try and it didn't help me . Try it everyone is didn't it might help you. They call and  give you support I just thought it was not worth money cause it didn't help me.  They told me a price and it came more so be careful.

[bip]

oh one more thing any quiestions ask me cause I was in it for awhile.

[jgoo]

  i gave it a try, and it actually helped me a whole lot, a whole whole lot....seriously i would give them a try, when i felt very nervous like i was gonna have a panic attack i would listen to them and i would feel 100 times better...i think you should try it...i was in it along time, listenin to the tapes as along with gettin on medicine did wonders for me,,,good luck

[Northcoast]

I just happened to check on Ebay and saw some people selling their tapes/DVD's for much less than what I would pay directly.  So I guess I'm going to give it a chance and if I like it purchase it on Ebay for almost 50% of the cost.  Lucinda Bassett is certainly a dynamic person and I like her.  So I'm glad I am trying it out.  Heck, it can't hurt, right!  I'm already thinking of other people in my family who would benefit from these tapes.  I just found out my college age niece is struggling with anxiety.  Always thought she was the perfect, beautiful girl and was a bit envious of her easy attitude.  But anxiety runs in our family so she's struggling with it now too.  So much for outside appearances, huh?  

[dying everyday]

I was house bound, couldn't drive, didn't like talking on the phone to anyone but family, avoided social situations, and obcessed constantly about my health/heart.  After completing the 15 week program I could drive, BY MY SELF :-), went out of my way to strike up conversations with old friends and strangers, and had a long pause in my obcessive behavior.  I recently have had a relapse in my obcessive behavior (heart related), but all my other accomplishments remain unchanged.  Good luck with the program.

[blinky68]

I bought the tapes for anxiety and depression, I was diagnosed with agorophobia, it's like a fear of life, you just stop living and ejoying daily activities. Whenever I am faced with any kind of stress my mind shuts down, I close my eyes or start blinking obsessively (medication actually intensified the blinking)...  When I got the tapes I started listening to them right away. They have helped me tremendously to understand my condition.I am doing OK now working with the tapes. They take time and you must use the workbook and write a daily journal for the tapes to help you work through your problems. Anything worth while takes time and effort. I recommend the program.

[fuzzy882]

I did go through the program about 5 years ago.  It did answer alot of questions that I had.  I still use the tape's just for everyday living.  As blinky said, this program does take time and alot of effort on your part.  I too, recommend the program.

[lissad]

My parents ordered it for me.  I have been unable to drive for over a year.  Unable to go to well lit stores for about 6 months.  I just did Week 3 but I have been able to go to a few stores and stop my panic attack.  So it does help some....so far.  Its just scarry getting out there again.  

[bubbaganoosh]

A friend sent me them via computer MP3 which was nice of them i found it ok..to be honest glad i didnt pay I find Dr Claire Weeks books great too, There is a card or cards you can carry round i didnt get a hold of them though would like to if anyone has them with there order cheers

[Love1118Dove80]

Hello Everyone. I am new to the community and could really use your help. When in conversation with someone when your brain goes blank because of your anxiety how do you control the anxiety so you can carry on the conversation without having to studder, stammer, become tongue tied, or pause for a long period of time?  All of things I have found can irritate and even anger people especially people that don't know that I have anxiety and depression and when they respond negatively it just makes things worse for my anxiety and depression and a domino effect occurs. Thank you in advance to anyone and everyone that response.

[barbaralbb]

Today was my first time to visit this site and I saw your message.  For many years (most of my life) I have dealt with depression and anxiety.  At various times, it has almost incapacitated me.  After a long period of counseling (without drugs) I came to understand the various factors that had led me to state.  Some factors were, I believe, heriditary, some were environmental.  Understanding those factors they did lead me to some solutions.  

First and foremost, in social situations, I came to understand that almost everyone else in the room was just a "at sea" as I was.... and I could relax.  Folks were not watching me or judging me or, quite honestly, all that interested in me or what I was doing.  I was not the focus (though I often felt a spotlight was on me when I entered).  I found the most simple tool was best - I tell people that I find crowds a bit overwhelming and ask their patience while I deal with my discomfort.  Some dismiss this and some express appreciation as they are also uncomfortable.  Why do I care about those who dismiss and are so lacking in empathy?  And what good conversations I have had with those who share my feelings.  

Does this sound too simplistic?  I guess I'm just saying that I fight my social anxiety by not worrying about what others think.  Their thoughts about me are much less important than my thoughts about myself.  

I had one counselor who gave me two good pieces of advice:
1.  Never say things to myself that I would not allow others to say to me.  
2. Find 10 good things to say about myself, write then down, and recite them to myself every morning and every night.  If I could not think of 10 good thing, then to fill in the missing with things I wanted to be true (such as "I am good in social situations" or "I am at ease with other people")
Lots of money spent and that's the best advice I ever received.  Hope this is helpful.  Be safe.  Be well.  Be of courage. Be strong within yourself.  

Here is a start for your list:  You are smart.  You are articulate.  You  are capable.  You are important.     Now, keep going and add the next six!
A friend