FORUMS

Connect with people who understand what you are going through, seek advice and surround yourself with support. We're free, anonymous, and professionally moderated 24/7.

  • 47,612Members
  • 1,358,869Posts
  • 1,400,000Visitors
Something’s not right

Anxiety and Panic attacks

Jessie2Contributor

Anxiety and Panic attacks

I am struggling so much, i live in a small town, the GP we have here knows nothing about Mental illness, he basically just tells me its all in my mind and not an actual illness! I had brain surgery in 2000, almost died, since then i have very high anxiety levels and panic attacks, i cant breathe, i aches and pains all over my body, i am tearfull, i am just not coping! Just wondering if anyone has any tips on how to calm my anxiety to the point where my phyical syptoms go away! Thank you

4 replies

1 - 4 of 4
1

In response to: Anxiety and Panic attacks

EveranSenior Contributor

Re: Anxiety and Panic attacks

Hi @Jessie2

I am sorry to hear you are struggling.

I have just a few tips.

I listen to therapeutic music on my headphones which calms my mind down meaning i can go outside.

I like the article on finding balance https://www.eckharttolle.com/read/. I also like he's teachings on presence.

Grow is a useful organisation for mental health and have online groups depending on in which state you live.

I like chatting to people and the sane helpline is available.

That's all i have at the moment. I hope you have a chance to deal with this.

In response to: Re: Anxiety and Panic attacks

Jessie2Contributor

Re: Anxiety and Panic attacks

Thank you very much!

In response to: Re: Anxiety and Panic attacks

BryanaCampSenior Contributor

Re: Anxiety and Panic attacks

hi @Jessie2 welcome to the forums

I have crippling anxiety and rage. The only thing that helped me is medication from a psychiatrist. I feel much better & can function much more now that I'm on the rights meds.

That is just what worked for me though, every individual is different.

In response to: Re: Anxiety and Panic attacks

Jessie2Contributor

Re: Anxiety and Panic attacks

Hi, and Thank you, i am not on any Meds although i know i really need them, i am just really worried about the side effects, i have panic attacks thinking about taking meds

1 - 4 of 4
1

SANE Forums is published by SANE with funding from the Australian Government Department of Health.

SANE Forums does not provide crisis support.
If you need immediate assistance, please see available crisis services.

Learn more about SANE and SANE services at sane.org

Back to top
SANE logo
Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care NSQDMH Accreditation logo

Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.

Donate Now
Aboriginal flag
Torres Strait Islander flag
LGBT flag
Transgender flag

SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.

SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.

Back to top
SANE logo
Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care NSQDMH Accreditation logo

Help us push aside the stigma and discrimination surrounding complex mental health and change the way people talk about, and care for, mental illness.

Donate Now
Aboriginal flag
Torres Strait Islander flag
LGBT flag
Transgender flag

SANE acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures; and to Elders past and present.

SANE values diversity. We are committed to providing a safe, culturally appropriate, and inclusive service for all people, regardless of their ethnicity, faith, disability, sexuality, or gender identity.

SANE is a public company limited by guarantee and registered tax-exempt charity with DGR (Deductible Gift Recipient) status.

Charity ABN 92 006 533 606. Donations of $2 or more are tax deductible. SANE, PO Box 1226, Carlton VIC 3053.