My name is Jennifer and I began to have panic attacks when I was 15. It used to be an every once and a while thing but has just progressed and progressed over the years. I am 23 years old now and can barely leave my house and can never leave it alone. I live with my parents have no social life and have resorted to going to school online so I don't have to go to class on campus. My life is falling apart and I can't take it anymore. Does anyone here know of any treatment centers that treat people with anxiety? I feel like I need to do something extreme to get better. i have been in out patient therapy for a while but not consistently because I cant always get there. If anyone has any pointers or info please let me know.
I've had issues with anxiety and panic since I was 14.. I'm 33 now. I know what you mean about progressing. For me, anxiety and panic was only a once in a while thing right up until I turned 30. At that point, it became routine for some reason. The only thing that has worked so far for me is the drug Buspar which I've been taking for about 6 months now. I'm sure there are plenty of mental health centers that treat anxiety. I'm not too familiar with them though.. I'm stuck using the Veterans Affairs system.
Thanks for your response, I actually just started taking Buspar myself so hopefully it will help me as well!
I hope it does... it's been pretty good for me with no side effects.