[MikeS92]

Just having some issues with my anxiety/panic disorder. I have been taking Celexa for anxiety which is really helping. It helps my basic daily anxiety i have at home when i am alone or at work.

The problem is i can't commit or make plans because the pressure makes me VERY nervous and anxious. First off i never actually faint but at times when stuck in a car or with someone where i am obligated to stay it makes me dizzy and sweaty and sometimes i get hot flashes.

I think the fact that i can't just leave and walk out when these symptoms come on is the reason for it. I feel stuck and fear passing out when with someone. Around people i don't know i could care less but with people i know it's terrible. I do better in groups since all the focus isn't on me.

Anyone deal with these sort of issues ? Is there ways to make it better ?

Thanks.

[Skeezyks]

Hello MikeS92: I'm sorry I probably don't have a lot to offer with regard to your concerns. I also have struggled with anxiety for many years. But I'm an older person now. And my answer is to simply keep to myself as much as possible. However I see this is your first post here on PC. So... welcome to PsychCentral... from the Skeezyks! I hope you find the time you spend here to be of benefit.

[MikeS92]

Thank you.

[pvols1979]

Originally Posted by MikeS92

Just having some issues with my anxiety/panic disorder. I have been taking Celexa for anxiety which is really helping. It helps my basic daily anxiety i have at home when i am alone or at work.


The problem is i can't commit or make plans because the pressure makes me VERY nervous and anxious. First off i never actually faint but at times when stuck in a car or with someone where i am obligated to stay it makes me dizzy and sweaty and sometimes i get hot flashes.


I think the fact that i can't just leave and walk out when these symptoms come on is the reason for it. I feel stuck and fear passing out when with someone. Around people i don't know i could care less but with people i know it's terrible. I do better in groups since all the focus isn't on me.


Anyone deal with these sort of issues ? Is there ways to make it better ?


Thanks.

I deal with the same thing. I also have the most problem when I am alone with someone I know. I travel a lot for work and my coworker who travels with me is much more social than I am. I think part of the issue for me is that I feel like I am expected to "perform" and be social when I really just want to go to my hotel room. The dizziness is crazy. I wish you the best of luck in getting past this.

[MikeS92]

Originally Posted by pvols1979

I deal with the same thing. I also have the most problem when I am alone with someone I know. I travel a lot for work and my coworker who travels with me is much more social than I am. I think part of the issue for me is that I feel like I am expected to "perform" and be social when I really just want to go to my hotel room. The dizziness is crazy. I wish you the best of luck in getting past this.

Thanks for the reply. Ya i much prefer to be alone since there is no expectations and no awkwardness.