JB2362’s Profile

Close Anxiety

I have had anxiety or panic disorder for over 20 years. I have done different types of behavioral therapy in the past along with hypnosis and biofeedback. I have tried a few different drugs. Some have worked and some have not. Recently switched from Effexor XR, because my Doctor thought I might have built up a tollerence to Citalopram (Celexa), but that did not work. My Doctor went out on his own and back to treating just kids during the switch and just recently have found a new doctor.

Treatments

Breathing Exercises Somewhat Helpful

Have not practiced in years, but still use with some effectiveness.

Breathwork Somewhat Helpful

It is somewhat helpful, if the medication I am using is working it usually helps to control panic.

BuSpar Not Working

First drug I tried and it made my head tingle so bad I quit within a week.

Hypnotherapy Somewhat Helpful

It has been years and at first it seemed like it helped, but I think it was minimal.

Klonopin Working / Worked

Seems to work, took it along with Effexor and then Effexor XR for years. Takes a little to long to kick in and only lasts for so long.

Xanax Working / Worked

Took for a very short period years ago and seemed to get me over the hump during one of my downward turns.

EMDR Considering

Close Panic Attacks

Treatments

BuSpar Not Working

First drug I tried, stopped taking within a week, because of the tingling on my head.

Effexor Working / Worked

Seemed to work well for 15 years, starting to think I should not have went off of it.

Klonopin Working / Worked

Took with Effexor and Effexor XR for 15 years. Works great for me in the morning to take the edge off, but doesn't last real long.

Psychotherapy Working / Worked

Did it for years, worked OK, but worked better in conjunction with medication.

Xanax Working / Worked

Took for a short period of time years ago when I needed something to get me over the hump. Worked good while I took it.

EMDR Considering