Janes_Addiction asked:


I’ve never had panic/anxiety attacks before until this morning and so far I am on my third one today. My heart starts pounding so bad I feel like it is going to explode, I cant breathe, I cant think, I start crying I just dont know what to do!?! I am Effexor as it is for depression. I know alot has to do with the severe stress I am under, bills mounting, bill collectors calling left and right, possible divorce, my oldest daughter started kindergarten this week, I just dont know what to do anymore! How do I make this stop? I feel like I am going insane!

Argentox2 asked:


I am very shy and anxious around people-. What is the most effective medicine for social anxiety? How do they work?

Ms.Laura asked:


I am diagnosed with social anxiety and panic attacks. I was put on Zoloft 50 mgs by my doc about 5 months ago. My anxiety is still there and same with panic attacks. I THINK the Zoloft may even be increasing my anxiety, for lately it is out of control. A close family member gives me Xanax occasionally, and I take when needed. Such as when my anxiety gets bad when I have to go to the store or a social outting. AND it works wonders. It doesnot have to be xanax, I just DONT understand why I was put on Zoloft something i have to take everyday, and perfer not to do, rather then something that I can take when needed?
I am looking for something, not for depression for I know I AM NOT depressed and i always do not want something to take everyday. Just when needed.
Thanks Meg. Yes I do not want to be precieved as a “druggie” I just want help to control my anxiety. I am willing to continue the everday antidepressant. I just did something to assist the social anixety and panic attacks. I do admitt, the Zoloft in the past months has lighten my moods.