Panic attacks - help

[nursie026 36]

Had bypass in 2012... Everything went wonderful. This last year everything crashed, I've been binge eating and put on 20lbs Panic attacks happened and now I feel as if I lost some control of things. How do get control? Anyone recommend a medication for panic attacks that we had bypass can handle? I have to lose this extra weight

[James Marusek 5,244]

This is the approach that I am using. http://www.breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery2.pdf

[itstimealready 180]

SUPER interesting link. I want to save it but it's abbreviated on my iphone. Could you spell out entire link please? Thanks!

[itstimealready 180]

I can't copy and paste thru this site for some reason. Really wanting that essential oils info - so interesting.

[Ashlegal 525]

The issue with medication to treat panic attacks is that they in their nature are addictive. While they do help they can create bigger problems.

Do you exercise? Have a support group in your area for Overeaters? Ever thought about Yoga? I think you need to tackle this from a physical as well as mental problem. Addressing one area and not the other may not be as effective.

You may also want to find out about getting into therapy to address your anxiety. This is not just about the weight you have put back on. Nope. It is about addressing why you turn to food to cope with the anxiety you feel.

[talking mountain 26]

Counting backwards from 1000, helps me manage anxiety attacks. Sounds dumb but it works and is really simple. Even better if I take a deep breathe in and count on each exhalation.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

I agree with @@Ashlegal that just treating the symptom of anxiety will not help you in the long room. I would recommend you find a good counselor or therapist who will help you address your anxiety in a healthy way.

[nursie026 36]

Thank you every one! I have struggled with this for years, including the horrible snacking... Prayers please. I'm going to find a solution.

[sarahbethemails 68]

My friend gets panic attacks really bad what helps her is walking or she goes to the basement and punches her punching bag!! Work out and relieving stress at the same time! Win win!

[WildGrits 101]

Those panic attacks are nasty stuff.

I would say for me I force myself as soon as I get home from work, to grab my dog and hit the park. I walk at the fastest walking pace I can for about three miles. Dog loves it. By the time I am done, feeling really good. Do that exaggerated breathing in through the nose out through the mouth. That does wonders for me. I do look like a nut but it does help.

Good luck.

I would say it has been my experience that smoking herb helps for a day or two but then makes the attacks worse. So I wouldn't advise that long term.

[James Marusek 5,244]

SUPER interesting link. I want to save it but it's abbreviated on my iphone. Could you spell out entire link please? Thanks!

The bariatricpal website automatically abbreviates web site links. You might try

breadandbutterscience.com/Surgery2.pdf