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Panic Disorder & Agoraphobia
“I’m trying to get off medication so I can have a baby. It's been tough and I've experienced many setbacks, but I haven't given up.”
Childhood Panic—and Hope
It started at the onset of puberty, when I was 11 years old. I was at school, watching my older sister load the school bus to be taken away to 6th-grade camp. Suddenly a wave of panic overcame me. I don't recall my physical symptoms other than a racing heart and nausea.
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“Shortly after beginning CBT, I was able to discontinue medication and stop seeing a therapist.”
Ending the Nightmare
An excellent student, a talented singer and musician, a competitive athlete. That’s how I appeared on the outside as a young child, but I felt as though I were trapped in a nightmare that would never end. Years later, and after a lot of hard work, my bad dream is finally over. 
Fear of Being Alone
“Most shocking to me was that my anxiety would never fully go away, although I could recover and learn to live with it.”
Achieving Happiness
I went through some pretty tough times when I had my first full-blown panic attack.
ReadNew Film From ADAA Promotes Treatment for Students With Anxiety and Depression
5/13/2013
ADAA produces a short film showing how college students suffering from anxiety and depressive disorders find relief with help from counselors and other mental health professionals.
"Glass People" — New Short Film
5/14/2013
Watch ADAA's new film, which focuses on a college student who is overwhelmed by finals, his relationship, graduation, the prospect of looking for a job, and other real-world pressures. When he seeks help, his life turns around.
May 9: Children's Mental Health Awareness Day
5/9/2013
Anxiety is a normal part of childhood, and every child goes through phases, but many suffer from an anxiety disorder. Screen your child for an anxiety disorder.
Learn about anxiety and depression in children.
Peer Support Group Selective Mutism (Social Anxiety/Shyness)
State:
Florida
City:
Fort Lauderdale
Location:
Fort Lauderdale, FL
A new peer support group is forming for social anxiety/shyness. Other anxieties welcomed! OCD, panic, TS, etc. Refreshments will be served. Enjoy an evening of socialization.
Anxiety & Panic Attack Support Group of Bolingbrook/Naperville
State:
Illinois
City:
Bolingbrook
Location:
Bolingbrook, IL
We welcome those of you who have general anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, OCD, and depression. At our "open discussion" style meetings, our members discuss and share their stories, treatment, and coping techniques. We share information about professionals who can help you to get your life back. But most important of all, we support each other!
We also have guest speakers, therapist Q & A sessions and group activities.
Common Myths About Anxiety Disorders
4/25/2013
Find out why it's unlikely that you'll pass out or lose control during a panic attack. Learn about more anxiety myths when you watch this webinar.
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