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Old Apr 04, 2013, 10:26 AM
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I have depression, but also have been dx'd with Generalized Anxiety Disorder. I am always, just generally, anxious and panicky. I do have panic attacks sometimes, but they are usually more related to being triggered, not just for an unknown reason.

Some things that I've found that can help and that my T has suggested have actually really helped me:

If you're one who feels the need to keep busy or keep your hands moving, you can mold clay over and over again in your hands or to do all of that and to help relax you, you could color, my T and I really like the mandalas and you can get free print offs here: Free Mandala Coloring Pages (Printable).

Guided Imagery has worked well to try to keep me calm, especially when I have the time to really listen and act through the meditation. Here is a site where they have several free guided meditations for different issues: https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org...n-s7D8AN76O4U/. The one I find the most helpful is the 'panic attacks and anxiety' one.

If you're wanting to stay natural, you can always try Lavender - candles, essential oils, etc. Lavender is known to have a calming effect. I apply Lavender Oil to my wrists, behind my ears, and on my temples each morning.

I know that you said you don't have medical/psych services available to you, but I hope that something comes up soon and that you'll find a way to see someone...even if it's just for a check up.

Hopefully some of these work for you or you're up for trying them!

Best wishes!
Thanks for this!
gracez