Hi, I face panic attacks almost every 2 months. My last psychiatrist 3 years ago was biased towards not taking meds and diagnosed me anxiety disorder and mild adhd, but I would like to look into that. The symptoms are short breathness, buzzing in the ears, intense fear, and SNS very active.
Breathing techniques does not help! I have tried but they make it worse even though they should technically help, there is a psychological trigger but that would be better to discuss with therapist.
54321 method does work but I have to be on call with someone as because of low self esteem problems, I can't help myself.
My friend with similar problems suggested me try SSRIs. Now, taking them everyday I dont know how will it work out for me, Im guessing my serotonin response will be less once I leave them, but I dont know how antidepressent work.
So, benzidiaphenes would be something I would be looking for, they are dangerous. But I am sure its a better tradeoff. What should be my plan of action?
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SSRIs do help in anxiety, stress, depression and many other psychological conditions. But they are not supposed to be taken after friends advise but after evaluation by a psychiatrist. If the methods followed by your first psychiatrist did not work, it would be wise to seek 2nd opinion or if needed even 3rd and follow the advise and treatment which works for you. Benzodiazepines cannot be prescribed by online consultation. They are effective for short term use and needs in person consultation. They are highly addictive and have long term side effects.
Good to see that you have done a good amount of research but all these things are double edged swords. Consult another good psychiatrist if you are unhappy with the previous one. Panic attacks are treatable. ADHD does need an extensive screening so really, just see a good psychiatrist- for you would get your answers.
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