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Old Jul 02, 2005, 09:46 AM
Parker10 Parker10 is offline
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Hi ! Glad your medication seems to be helping you !

Having had Panic Disorder, I have a shelf full of books, and facilitated a Support Group for folks with panic disorder. Typically, Panic Disorder is only diagnosed if a person has had at least 4 panic attacks over a 2 month period with at least 4 of the physical symptoms. (I can give that list if you want it - but sometimes it actually fuels the fire so to speak ). IMHO - you had a "panic attack". Not indicating panic disorder. That is not to say that you do not fear another attack (who wouldnt fear them !), but it sounds like you already have learned how to deal with one as it starts, and since you are not having them often, I truly don't think it is panic disorder. As for whether it is GAD - I dunno, because I really don't know much about your situation, but you are very fortunate to have been put on a medication that will help both of these diagnoses, as well as Depression. Keep using your rational self talk when you start to feel "antsy", use diaphragmatic breathing, etc. Sounds like you got help before things got out of hand and that you are handling things wonderfully ! Keep on keepin on !

If you want more info about the physical symptoms etc, feel free to PM me !