[Igottago]

I chose not to use any meds, basically because the side effects seemed like they'd be worse than the anxiety disorder itself and would make me more depressed.

In the beginning I took a few courses of coginitive therapy with a psychologist...they really helped. In addition to that its been a matter of being patient, relying on breathing and relaxtion techniques, and the main thing, disengaging from the anxiety and re-engaging in your normal life. I can't stress that enough, dont let this disorder prevent you from living your life. They way to get better is almost to act as if its not even happening, toss aside the negative mental clutter and forge ahead as normally as you can. Its easier said than done, but over time the symptoms do subside.