!?!AnXiEtY?!?
Q. since graduating from college two years ago, getting a real job-working 40-hours a week, breaking up with the love of my life and moving back home for now, i have developed some serious anxiety.. and it keeps getting worse and worse, i see someone on a bi-weekly for cognitive talking which is awesome, but it's not enough.. and he keeps telling me i need medication, maybe for a little while, i hate the idea of needing to be on meds and all the side-effects that come with it.. i was not always like this, how can i naturally be who i use to be.. without the anxiety?! is it possible? help please!
Asked by Moto - Tue Sep 18 14:20:09 2007 - - 11 Answers - 3 Comments

A. Hey there...What you're experiencing is a NATURAL reaction to life's TURMOIL! You're going through A LOT of changes, and MAJOR changes--at that! Major change is stressful, so that is most likely WHY you're so anxious! Give it TIME, and try some relaxation techniques! I mean look at it--you've: - Got a new job! - Lost a serious relationship - Are living back w/folks - Finished college That's FOUR major changes...I say be AWARE of WHY you're anxious, and then make some changes in your lifestyle...If you drink alcohol, TRY cutting DOWN...Alcohol will only MAGNIFY your stressors, and crank up your anxiety level! If you're spiritual, or have a religious faith, try going to church, and PRAYER is awesome! Your faith is important for self-ident [cont.]
Answered by BradyK - Tue Sep 18 14:38:24 2007

ANXIETY!?!!?!?!?!!?!?!?!? !?!?!?!?
Q. hi, i think i am suffering from derealization. i smoked alot high quality pot about 5 weeks ago from a aqua lung.. in the past before that. i smoked pot from time to time..while i was high, i had a major panic or anxiety attack. it Thought i was going to die, my heart was beating fast, i had major shortness of breath.. i was tripping out.. 7 weeks from my experience i have been feeling derelization symptoms. i know that i am real and all that, it's sort of like.. im not recognizing things, i know what things are..but i am not really recognizing them, i thought i was getting better but, it just hit me again now, and i think i am starting to get anxiety again..i am getting shortness or breath and some other symptoms. it is very hard to… [cont.]
Asked by Bryce - Sat Dec 5 17:11:25 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. i don't know about the rest of it but if you go to a doctor you need to tell him about the weed it will effect the diagnoses hope you get better, please don' t do any more weed
Answered by midnightcollecter - Sat Dec 5 17:22:06 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

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 the anxiety of leaving home for college?
Q. I'm leaving for college in about a month and a half and the anxiety is rather overwhelming. I've never left my parents for long periods of time in my life, and the thought of seeing them only 4 times a year is just depressing, even though the school is around 6 hr drive from home. I keep imagining the moment when we wave goodbye to each other on move-in day, and my mom starts tearing up. (I'm tearing up right now as I write this.) Is there anyway to overcome this anxiety?
Asked by corona7w - Mon Jul 7 16:06:56 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I can only answer from experience. Coming from a small country area, and moving to a big new city was a huge change for me. For the first 3 months I went from being a big fish in a small pond to a small fish ina big pond. It was overwhelming, and I am typically a confident male (now 36, graduated, got a great career and love it). I'd say these things... 1. Try and go to where you will be going to college for a couple of weekends if you can before you go there. Maybe take a friend or relative your own age so you can orientate yourself with respect to "being out on your own". It will also help that you have some local knowledge to begin with, so you are not totally overwhelmed with the newness of everything! 2. There is heaps to take in,… [cont.]
Answered by Sandlion - Tue Jul 8 06:30:46 2008

I suffer bad from anxiety, are there any other meds except for diazepam and antidepressants that can help me?
Q. I take diazepem and citalopram, (40mg), diazepam helps, but the more i take it, the less effects it has. I recently tried taking beta blockers, but they only hide the external effects of anxiety like sweating. Are there any food diets which allieve anxiety, any remedies, like herbal tea? I've read somewhere that certain food increase the level of seretonin.
Asked by Adam - Tue Jun 23 22:52:47 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Medications are not the way to solve anxiety. The best way to solve anxiety is learning from the inside out how your feeling about these things that cause you anxiety. I found that the best site with the best products is . Their products help to make you realize what is causing you all these anxiety problems and how to deal with them. Good luck and hope you feel better!
Answered by Tyler - Sat Jun 27 17:18:16 2009

What is the link between anxiety disorder and rapid weight loss?
Q. Is it possible/plausible that those with anxiety disorders can lose weight without decreasing appetite if they tend to pace, run long distances and fidget? I suppose what I'm asking is; are you more likely to burn calories in prolonged time periods of high anxiety? Curious due to seemingly hemorrhaging weight lately in the face of stress.
Asked by tenkstone - Sun Jun 28 20:24:33 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Stress can cause two effect to our body the massive loss of weight or gain weight. In short they are unhealthy to our body. The Only thing that can stop that is doing some exercise and eat regularly then sleeping in the exact sleeping ours. As for your question they are totally related to each other.
Answered by great ideas - Tue Jun 30 01:49:54 2009

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 get rid of anxiety towards a certain person?
Q. We met online, we met in person, something happened and now I have anxiety. How do I get rid of the anxiety? I still want to get back with my family.
Asked by Family Man - Sun Sep 21 21:56:49 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 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 efxdc x - Sun Sep 21 22:20:58 2008

How soon do anxiety pills start working?
Q. I took an anxiety pill, but it wasn't prescribed to me. I took it about 10 minutes ago, is it supposed to already be working? Or am i just imagining its helping?
Asked by Sarahh - Sat Dec 13 17:57:28 2008 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First off, you should not take an anxiety pill which is supposed to be prescribed, unprescribed. That is dangerous and can harm you if taken wrongly. Please go see a qualified doctor or psychologist to get a prescription if he/ she sees fit. However, generally the effects normally can be felt within a 2 hours to a week, it definately is not instant. And due to the nature of the medicine, the effects will not be obvious, although it will help gradually. You might want to try some relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, or consult your parents or trusted friends. Find out as much information as possible from the internet or you can visit this site which helped me a lot.
Answered by Bob D - Sun Dec 14 22:46:17 2008

I have awful panic attacks from anxiety. What medicine should i ask for to help with anxiety?
Q. Medicine is one of my last resorts. I have tried meditation, relaxaion, counseling and even though overall i get better my anxiety really hasnt!
Asked by Matthew - Sat Apr 11 16:09:55 2009 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I would not take any medication. From personal experience at least. But if you your doctor says its okay should be fine as long as you don't get addicted. For alternative treatments check out my source.
Answered by Jim J - Sun Apr 12 04:58:24 2009

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 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 can I tell the difference between anxiety and actually being sick?
Q. My anxiety makes me feel sick. Like it makes me nauseous, sometimes I sweat, and am very fearful. Since I feel this way, I don't go out just in case I'm actually sick. How can I tell if I am actually sick or that it is just anxiety? No, I don't want your stupid advertisements that don't even have anything to do with the question.
Asked by anon(: - Mon Feb 22 02:06:28 2010 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. watch this Jack will help you with stress adn anxiety
Answered by The Wild Man - Wed Feb 24 22:34:31 2010

Whats the difference between anxiety and adrenalin rushes?
Q. Whats the difference between anxiety and adrenalin rushes? I would have thought the majority of people love adrenalin rushes, the feeling and all but i hate it Whenever i get an adrenalin rush i see it as a bad , negative feeling, its hard to accept and hate it when it happens or could this be anxiety? For instance if ive not seen a member of my family for a long time i get an adrenalin rush when i see them again, but i hate it, i should be happy about seeing them but the adrenalin rush or anxiety makes me negative about seeing them
Asked by BOB - Mon Dec 4 10:01:55 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Anxiety is what you feel when your are going to Disney land in the morning. Adrenalin is what you feel when a stranger pulls a knife on you or you get into a car accident.
Answered by Hawk996 - Mon Dec 4 10:11:18 2006

What does a person do that has severe anxiety and social phobia?
Q. I have many physical symptoms. They worsen when I go to places like the grocery store. My vision gets weird and I feel like I can't focus. I have a past history of alcohol problems. I have been sober for about 2 yrs. I don't know what to do anymore though because I haven't ever had a real job, I dropped out of college, and I have tried anti-depressants and they didn't work for me even at high doses. I have also gone to therapy and read an anxiety work book. I feel very hopeless. Can anyone recommend something I could try that might help it. I used to just try and hide my anxiety. It is to the point where if I am out with a friend they notice and ask if I am ok. I am not a violent person. I am a wife and mother of two children. What… [cont.]
Asked by Trinstar - Tue Apr 24 01:44:20 2007 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Sounds to me like you could have a case of depersonalization/dereali zation. It's a very common disorder that is caused by anxiety. You may have developed it when you quit drinking. I have suffered from it for close to six months because of an anxiety attack from a bad trip. It has slowly gotten better and better, and is pretty close to being gone for me. The best thing you can do is to keep yourself calm when faced with a bad situation. It will take a lot of time unfortunately, but will eventually go away as long as you don't let your anxiety control you. Here is a link to a forum that will help you understand and cope with the disorder so you can get rid of it.
Answered by Darren - Tue Apr 24 01:54:24 2007

How to act as though I have severe anxiety?
Q. I need to act as though I have severe anxiety. I'm at college studying drama and performing arts and it's crucial for this new role. I'm acting the part of a troubled middle age man who suffers with anxiety and Bipolar disorder. Any tips?
Asked by __A_YAHOO_USER__ - Tue Jan 19 11:15:03 2010 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I have a anxiety disorder so if I was you I would be really happy and jolly then sudden outburst with anger at someone or something when something happens, when you are anxious you feel like you are excited about something, remember a time like this then remember the feeling 100x more powerful, it's horrible but if your acting. You have to shake a lot, be clumsy, talk shakily, move around a lot and try to always sit down. Hope this helps you!
Answered by Jonathon - Tue Jan 19 15:37:05 2010