Hi, I'm new to this site. I'm getting treatment (and good results) for bipolar2, GAD, and - panic attacks. At the moment I take .5mg of Xanax at the onset of a panic attack. Unfortunately, I cannot pin down what is initiating an attack. I can be sitting here, doo-be-doo-be-doo, and then WHAM! I'm at the top of the world's tallest building, right on the edge. No triggers I can see except for breathing regularly.

I see a p-doc. I have a therapist and I'm getting EMDR treatment, to which I'm responding well. I take Effexor, Wellbutrin, Xanax as needed, and Ambien for sleep.

I work full time. I have reduced my work-related anxiety down to a manageable level, so I can actually hold my head up as I walk down the hall, without scurrying from place to place. I no longer expect to be fired every time my boss calls me into her office. Also, the panic attacks aren't limited to the workplace. Sometimes I'm in my car. Sometimes I'm sitting on the sofa, trying to read or watch TV. Why is this coming out of nowhere? Anyone else have some advice?

Thanks in advance (and all you people seem REALLY NICE!!)

partlycloudy

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