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What is an easy way to deal with social anxiety?

May 13, 2012 Anxiety Discussion
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I have a lot of anxiety about going to school everyday because I have social anxiety disorder and it’s very hard to communicate with people and I get nervous that the teacher will call on me and I will get something wrong or say something too quiet. Stuff like that embarrasses me because I’m more shy. I don’t have a lot of friends because I’m not that outgoing and it depresses me. I also have no self confidence whatsoever. Any advice?

Chosen Answer:

Here are a couple of ideas. Check out the sources for more good ideas.

Ponder on things that run inside your mind when you’re having an attack. Instead of thinking about losing control or, even worse, dying, start thinking about positive and happy thoughts, such as assuring or convincing yourself that you’ll soon get out of the situation.

Never think that the panic attack will make your heart stop and will make you stop breathing, or even make you go crazy and lose control. These are common emotional symptoms that are controllable. Again, don’t think about negative things when you’re having an attack. Instead, focus on positive and calming things. You can start by thinking that panic attacks can be treated and that you’ll never die from it.
by: VmpWraith
on: 1st May 10

How do people with Social Anxiety Disorder function in college?

May 2, 2012 Anxiety Discussion
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Because i’m planning on going to a good college (Cleveland State University) when i grad in a couple years from high school. And i have Social Anxiety Disorder and i would like to know how people with this disorder generally function in college.

Chosen Answer:

Hi, I have social anxiety and am in first year college so i completely understand you. The first day i wasn’t nervous at all because everyone was new and alone there and i felt that since old high school people weren’t there, i wouldn’t have to worry because everyone seemed alone and awkward. Class is overall easy, because from my experience there isn’t a lot of pointing “ok, you. answer!” like in high school, basically whoever puts up your hand. I will admit it is hard to make friends, i have only made one friend in a year, but i feel that one is better than none :)
Just try to make conversation with whoever is beside you, just say “Hey, how do you think you did on the test? or Hey, can i borrow a pen?”(yes its hard, i couldn’t do it lol, maybe you can though?)
Just try to stay calm and relaxed,and take things slow, socially.
Good Luck!
by: Dino
on: 2nd May 10

How can i overcome my anxiety of starting something new?

May 1, 2012 Anxiety Discussion
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Everytime i have to start something new alone i get soo nervous! I’ve been enrolled in driving school since the end of November and I can start whenever and go whatever days i want;but, i haven’t gone since. I keep saying im going to go after school but i get really nervous and my heart starts beating really fast. I’ve been shy my whole life and its something i haven’t completely gotten over. Is there any tips that can help me get over this anxiety i get?

Chosen Answer:

confidence
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on: 26th January 11

can i bring prescribed birth control and valium on my emirates flight from US to johannesburg, via dubai?

April 20, 2012 Valium
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in reading online, i am very nervous about bringing doctor-prescribed prescriptions for birth control (mini-pill) and also valium (for flying anxiety, to avoid panic attacks). I am also unable to go without birth control, and have a very hard time flying without valium.

both prescriptions have clearly labelled information from the pharmacy that indicates that it they are a prescription.

will i have any trouble with security in dubai?

Chosen Answer:

Birth control pills are ni issue here,but valium is banned and seen as a forbidden drug.
You just have to have an official doctor prescription and let it verify by the UAE embassy in your country. They also can advise you to take it with you or not. Don’t take it for granted. The punishment here carrying valium is severe!!
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on: 21st June 10

anxiety???

March 24, 2012 Anxiety Discussion
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I have a problem with nervousness especially when visiting a doctor, my heart starts pounding very hard and my palms start sweating heavily and I usually have the urge of running out on my appointment. It gets worse when they monitor my blood pressure it usually reads dangerously high due to my nervous attacks. I have similar symptoms when I have to public speak or be interviewed for a job. Are these signs of anxiety? Does anybody have similar symptoms I have?

Chosen Answer:

you should see a counselor. they are available at church, through some jobs, schools, etc…this anxiety came from somewhere. when you sit down and talk with a counselor, they will help you get to the root of how this anxiety began and if you are willing to help yourself, the anxiety will be eliminated or totally diminished…it depends on how often you go and the amount of confidence you have in yourself. this can change, don’t fret. you have already made the first step by admitting that this is a problem for you. good luck!
by: vivekananda20
on: 17th January 08

Would valium help me do a presentation in class?

March 8, 2012 Valium
2 comments

i get a ton of anxiety if I have to speak in front of the class. I like start shaking, its horrible but I think my biggest fear is of being nervous. Would valium or any other medication help?

Chosen Answer:

I think it would help. I suffer from anxiety and I understand where your coming from.Maybe a valium or something that would help you not be nervous. Talk to a doctor first
by: pudd269
on: 21st January 10

Is it possible to take homeopathic remedies with Valium at the same time?

February 5, 2012 Valium
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It is for performance anxiety – have tried Gelsemium before but wondering could I take it with 5mg Valium to make sure. Have huge presentation to give and super nervous.

Chosen Answer:

Homeopathic remedies basically don’t have any interactions with drugs, so as long as your doctor prescribed the Valium to you and you’ve used it before (just to make sure you know how your body responds), you should have no problem at all.
by: oldtimekid2
on: 30th April 09

How to calm yourself during an anxiety attack?

January 6, 2012 Anxiety Discussion
3 comments

I don’t think my anxiety is that bad.If I calm myself a little bit,I turn out fine.
When I have an anxiety attack,I get extremely nervous with a racing heart.
How do I calm myself?

Chosen Answer:

A therapist would call this “grounding techniques”
What is involved is to access one or more of your 5 basic senses – focusing on it – until the danger is passed. This is a way to re-direct your mind on purpose, and to avoid feeling the negative feelings.

Single focus example –
For a person who becomes easily upset, purpose to carry a smooth rock in your pocket. At a time of stress this person would hold and rub the rock, blocking out all other thoughts, concentrating on the shape and feel of the rock in their pocket.

Multi-focus example –
Recognizing negative or upsetting thoughts, purpose to access each of the 5 senses. Look in your immediate area for:
5 colors
4 sounds
3 different textures to touch
2 smells
1 change the taste in your mouth – gum, candy, etc mint works well here
by: Hope
on: 31st May 11

When I get anxiety and am in a nervous situation afterwards I calm down my collarbones start to ache?

January 4, 2012 Anxiety Discussion
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I get anxiety sometimes and when im nervous I tense up. but afterwards it feels like some is punching my collarbones? Does anyone else do this? is this normal?

Chosen Answer:

It’s normal.You must learn to control yourself and trust yourself 100%.
There is no 100% cure to this and only you can achieve it.
You can try asking some experts and tell them your story.
I found the best at http://firstaidblog.net/anxietyexpert.html and they are live all the time.
You should check them out
by: Roxanne B
on: 20th September 10

Is it normal for valium to cause depression?

December 29, 2011 Valium
1 comment

I often need to take valium for my nervous spasms in class, otherwise I cannot even keep eye contact with the instructor. Usually after I take it and when class ends, I get so depressed I can cry. I’m not usually like this, I feel like it is kind of serious sometimes…
Can valium induce this?

Chosen Answer:

Absolutely, Valium (diazepam) is a hypnotic sedative and central nervous system depressant of the benzodiazepine class of drugs, and it can also cause amnesia – not good for studying or class..

Not only can Valium cause depression, it makes existing depression worse.

Because Valium is so addictive to your system, when the dose begins to wear off, you immediately feel detox symptoms including depression. New studies show it takes more than 6 months valium-free to recover, and some peopole never fully return to normal after the benzodiazepine withdrawal syndrome.

Valium is one of the most frequently prescribed medications in the world for the past 40 years.
by: Jody
on: 6th October 11

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