Very interesting discussion.

Juliana's description of her dealing with panic and agrophobia in order to go back to work is beautiful, especially when paired with _Sky's comment about the dangers faced when confronting fears by yourself. Having an experienced therapist or a supportive, cautious friend with you is crucial, I think.

I'd be really interested in people's opinions about my description of confronting fears at http://www.psychologicalselfhelp.org...chap5_115.html

You are dealing some pretty heavy stuff here. But the consequences doing nothing are very serious.

DrClay