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Old Aug 23, 2020, 10:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Pookyl View Post
Doing ok. Mood continues to be stable if a little bit flat.

I haven’t had a panic attack requiring meds for 8 days which I’m happy about. This interoceptive exposure stuff I’m doing is hopefully doing its’ thing.
For those who don’t know what that is: basically you pick a symptom of a panic attack e.g. racing/thudding heartbeat. Then you bring on the symptom by walking fast on the spot until your heart is racing. By simulating a symptom of a panic attack in a controlled environment you teach your brain that a thudding heart is not dangerous. That’s the gist of it anyway.

Hugs to those who need them.
My therapist is having me do a thing where I don't push panic away. Don't wish that it will end. I should be having a panic attack tonight. So I'm going to try it. How long are your panic attacks? Mine last for 4-6 hours...i. I have them about every 3 days.
Hugs from:
bpcyclist, Soupe du jour, Sunflower123
Thanks for this!
bpcyclist, Pookyl