Article by Tony Trussol

There are very few things in life that are worse than seeing a loved one suffer and live in pain. Even though most people would be desperate to help their friend, family member or lover to get better, it can be a very difficult process. There are so many issues and incidents that can impact on a person’s life and it is true to say that instances of post-traumatic stress disorder are on the increase. More and more people are suffering stress from something which has happened in their life but it is important that the people around give them as much support and assistance as they possibly can. This is not always easy but it is a very important to do as much as possible to support the sufferer.

One of the most important things when looking to help a sufferer of post-traumatic stress is to be patient and understanding. It can be very difficult to provide the support to someone who is shutting themselves away from the world or lashing out at people around them but this is often the time they need support the most. Anyone who has suffered from post-traumatic stress will understand the difficulties in communicating with the people around them which is why patience is an extremely important asset for friends and family members to have.

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Well, anxiety may be a feeling of uneasiness. Everybody feels anxious when placed under traumatic things as an example an exam or an interview. On the other hand anxiety is only thought of to be a mental health problem when it’s long lasting, severe and is interfering with every day activities.

There are five major types of anxiety disorder:- Generalized anxiety disorder, Obsessive- Compulsive disorder, Panic disorder, Post Traumatic Pressure disorder, and Social Phobia. All the types come with very totally different anxiety disorder symptoms.

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There are a number of ways to treat people suffering from social phobia and it is important for those who have this disorder to find the treatment that will work for them. It is normal for people to feel anxious in front of other people from time to time but people with social anxiety disorder or social phobia have unreasonable extreme fears of being watched or judged most of the time. This fear is too severe that it interferes with their daily lives.

Doing common things in front of other people can be very hard for people with social anxiety disorder. For example, they are afraid to eat or drink in front of other people. They find it hard to mingle and create new friends because they usually avoid social situations. They also have physical symptoms like blushing, heavy sweating, trembling, difficulty talking and pounding heartbeat. People with this disorder do not have to suffer all their lives because there are help available to treat people suffering from social phobia.

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I’m 15 and I’m afraid of crowds right now and have panic attacks over school work and I’m getting the help I need but I’m wondering how long it will take to get over this difficult time. I haven’t been diagnosed with hyperchondriasas but I am obsessed with looking up all my symptoms and I worry about worrying other people and it was triggered from sexual abuse at a young age. Any experiences shared from someone who has or had anxiety or an anxiety disorder would be helpful/comforting.

Do they work or go out ever?

I have emetophobia witch causes me to have a lot of anxiety, plus i have a panic disorder on top of it. Whenever i have panic attacks they never last for minutes they last for hours. During these hours of panic i tend to pull my hair little by little until it eventually comes out. Then i grab another piece. I do it on the bottom of my head so no one can notice and i never wear my hair up except when i am at home. I also tend to scratch my forhead until it bleads, sometimes it leaves scares. I wear my bangs over it so no one will notice. I try and do something else like squeeze a ball, but it doesnt feel the same. When i do it it doesnt hurt at all, until the next day. Why do i do this?

Famous people with agoraphobia?  Sure you’ve heard of agoraphobia –  but did you know that several celebs have been afflicted with this isolating condition?

 Agoraphobia is commonly know as “fear of the marketplace” but in real life it often plays out as fear of leaving the house.  People who become agoraphobic often do so after having a series of panic attacks. Wary of experiencing extreme panic again – and  also dreading a panic attack in public, they tend to avoid more and more places and situations.

The sad end result is becoming virtually housebound.  For some few unlucky sufferers, they become limited to only one room in their house where they feel safe!

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People are going to jail for Dui’s from treatment from their dr. or shrink. I have panic disorder and I am so freaked out to drive taking my meds that there is no way I could even drive to work. If I had diabetes I would need treatment and take meds from my dr. How can this be? We are taking legal treatment for a disorder, very careful, responsible use. But no driving. IF someone drinks a couple they may get a dui and jail time. If you have a disorder same punishment.

I am a single man, 42 years old with two teenagers and a mortgage. I have been avoidinga real education because I guess I never realized the value of it and figured I would always work with my hands and could gain skill through on the job experience. I have social phobia and have been really depressed lately and need to get back on my feet somehow. I want to become a professional at something like my peers all seem to have done.

How does it work? Any previous experience?