Substitute for Anxiety Meds?

Saturday, July 11th, 2009 at 3:50 am

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To be honest with you, I’ve never taken any anxiety medication because it scares the crap out of me. I have had anxiety since I was probably about 12. I feel like I am in a “fog” and within the past couple of years I’ve gotten panic attacks. I know it has a lot to do with my childhood, it was a rough one. Anxiety is something that I am thinking about 24-7, I cannot stop it’s terrible. I just went to the dr and she immediately said “here take this” it was zoloft. I read the side effects and the thought alone of any of that happening to me makes me crazy. I am not a seriously depressed person that wants to end my life I just have problems with my anxiety! My relationship with my Fiance hasn’t been so well because of my problem. I tend to be lazy have no sex drive, I’m tired a lot, very very moody and my trust issues are terrible. I just received the program “attacking anxiety and depression” and I want to try that. I do not want to take the meds I have in my purse that the dr prescribed me. I know I need to start exercising, and I am also going to start a yoga class, I’ll probably keep a journal as well…What vitamins can I take to help with my nervous system and to keep my anxiety down? I know any B-Complex is good, what else? Please help me! Thank you.

You can try things like meditation. Or just setting 20-30 minutes of time aside to sit or lay down and just let the thoughts be. Don’t try to force your mind clear but try to let things go.

This is all what I’ve been told by other people. I can never do it because my brain is a fucking nut house. But…you can try.

Avoid stimulants like caffeine, guarana, ginseng etc. Like you said, exercise is good. And the side effects for anti depressants USUALLY are very mild and go away within a week or two. I took celexa for a bit and the first couple days I was drowsy, and had a small loss in appetite throughout the time I was taking it. So nothing too big.

Good luck.

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~Beautiful Dreamer~

warm milk with a spoon of sugar, the chemical mixed when the milk is warm is a relaxing mood enhancer, so is camomile tea the milk is better though.also exerzise until you are exaughsted.
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Vernazza

Yes, get a super B cmplex, but also a good mutivitamin, One a Day Maximum is terrific, I really felt better the 1st week. Also get some 5HTP, it works wonders. Look it up!
Omega 3 Fish oil capsules too!
Also, when u can, buy some Valerian. It calms u and also helps u get a nice sleep.
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Tarra C

go to your local herbal store and see what they offer.my sister has tried them and she said they worked for her.i don't really know what one it was that she used.you can try some at home treatment.recognize and accept your anxiety.then when a situation makes you feel anxious,say to yourself,"this is not an emergency.i feel uncomfortable,but i'm not in danger.i can keep going even if i feel anxious". be kind to your body.releive stress and tensionwith excercise,massage,warm baths,walks,or whatever works for you.learn and use a relaxation technique.get enough rest.avoid alcohol,caffeine,and nicotine.they incease your anxiety,causesleep problems,or trigger a panic attack.use your min.do things you enjoy,like going to a funny movie or taking a walk or hike.plan your day.having too much or too little to do can make you more anxious.keep a daily record of your symptoms.discuss your fears with a good friend or family member,or join a support group.talking to others about the problem sometimes relieves stress.get involved in social groups,or volunteer to help others.being alone may make things seem worse than they are.i hope i helped at least alittle.things will get better just hang in there.good luck.
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Blake !

You can try things like meditation. Or just setting 20-30 minutes of time aside to sit or lay down and just let the thoughts be. Don't try to force your mind clear but try to let things go.

This is all what I've been told by other people. I can never do it because my brain is a fucking nut house. But...you can try.

Avoid stimulants like caffeine, guarana, ginseng etc. Like you said, exercise is good. And the side effects for anti depressants USUALLY are very mild and go away within a week or two. I took celexa for a bit and the first couple days I was drowsy, and had a small loss in appetite throughout the time I was taking it. So nothing too big.

Good luck.
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kmz

my cousin had this problem, he too was prescribed zoloft but he said it didnt help the panic attacks.
the unfortunate thing about panic attacks is that most people, not sure if you're one of them, cannot predict a panic attack. so things like deep breathing or other forms of relaxation don't help once it has already started. that being said, you should probably get started on a low dose of something, or ask your doctor for some xanax to take when you really need it.
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Mia

If you don't want to take meds, then my advice is this...watch "The Secret". It will explain to you the law of attraction and how our thoughts make our reality.
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I've had anxiety and this DVD helped me tremendously.

John R

Saint John's Wart and Chamomile Tea. Both are available Over the Counter at any Grocery Store or Pharmacy.
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Personal Experience.

Chandler A

There are 2 programs out there that are famous for treating Panic Attacks and Anxiety successfully.
They are: Panic Away and The Linden Method.

You may wonder, "Which one is better?" Don't worry, you're not the only one with that question.

The Panic Away program is more appropriate for people who can cope with their Panic Attacks or Anxiety well.
Linden Method is more for those who aren't really good in coping their Panic Attacks or Anxiety well.

Check out the reference for the full UNBIASED comparison and review.
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http://PanicAwayLindenMethod.blogspot.com

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