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peter12 · 07-29-2009, 12:21 PM

I'd say it's worth talking to your GP and getting in to see a psychiatrist. At the most, getting into some cognitive therapy is a good idea. I'm actually in a very similar situation as yourself. I've always been a high intensity person and being in university just sent me over the edge where anxiety attacks became a pretty common occurence.

Work with a doctor on finding the right meds, it can take quite awhile, and find someone to talk to about your anxiety. Also, I've found writing a journal helps and getting plenty of exercise.

As well, get off of the clonazepam and onto a more effective long-term SSRI or SNRI.

07-29-2009, 12:21 PM	#9
peter12 Franchise Player Join Date: Jul 2002 Exp:	I'd say it's worth talking to your GP and getting in to see a psychiatrist. At the most, getting into some cognitive therapy is a good idea. I'm actually in a very similar situation as yourself. I've always been a high intensity person and being in university just sent me over the edge where anxiety attacks became a pretty common occurence. Work with a doctor on finding the right meds, it can take quite awhile, and find someone to talk to about your anxiety. Also, I've found writing a journal helps and getting plenty of exercise. As well, get off of the clonazepam and onto a more effective long-term SSRI or SNRI. Last edited by peter12; 07-29-2009 at 12:30 PM.