TOP MEDICATIONS FOR TREATING ANXIETY

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3 жыл бұрын

Are you dealing with anxiety and feel like maybe you need to take a medication toh elp with your symptoms? In this video we will go over some of the top medications that are used to treat anxiety and when they are appropriate to use. We'll discuss Benzodiazepines like Xanax, Lorazepam and Valium. Also we'll discuss Propranolol and Hydroxyzine and SSRI and SNRI like Lexapro, Cymbalta, Zoloft and more.
Medication should not be the only thing you rely on to treat anxiety. There are plenty of things that you can and need to do, to work on your anxiety without medication.
For some ideas on things that you can do to treat your anxiety without medication check this one out: • 10 Ways to Treat Anxie...
Hopefully this can help you have a better idea of your options so you can make an informed decision with your doctor.
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@oxBLUNTxo 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone else get anxiety about thinking of taking anxiety pills...

@toxicwaste920 3 жыл бұрын

LOL that's me, anxiety about the effects too.

@MelissaGal1 3 жыл бұрын

Isn’t it the worst? I look everything up on the internet and decide I’m too afraid to try anything.

@elainecaudill2173 3 жыл бұрын

I take Xanax low dose an will continue been doing 24 yrs

@adamhartley8862 3 жыл бұрын

@@MelissaGal1 exactly why im here 🤫

@MelissaGal1 3 жыл бұрын

@@adamhartley8862 same dude.

@Jennifer-bw7ku 7 ай бұрын

Psychedelics are just an exceptional mental health breakthrough. It's quite fascinating how effective they are against depression and anxiety. Saved my life.

@APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU 7 ай бұрын

Does anyone know any good source to get them? I put so much on my plate and it definitely affects my stress and anxiety levels, would love to give shrooms a try.

@elizabethwilliams6651 7 ай бұрын

Yes, dr.sporesss

@patriaciasmith3499 7 ай бұрын

Dr.sporesss is the best, he's been my go to for anything psychedelics.

@APOLLINAIREBARTHOLOMIEU 7 ай бұрын

Is he on instagram?

@elizabethwilliams6651 7 ай бұрын

Yes he is. dr.sporesss

@brooklynbaywatch6256 2 ай бұрын

I have been depressed for a long time, but after taking shrooms few months ago, l feel much happier and highly motivated and my ADHD gone , lost a ton of anxiousness and had a few epiphanies about how I should live my life. I decided to buy an ounce for backup, but haven’t yet felt the need to take any more since then.

@amelialucy8778 2 ай бұрын

Eek I’m autistic too and might wanna try mushrooms. How do I go about it?

@harrybill1249 2 ай бұрын

Despite the recent research on psychedelics,,there’s no realistic timeline for when,, or if, psychedelic will be approved by FDA..

@remyscott6296 2 ай бұрын

Psychedelics really has a-lot of potential medical benefits. So cool

@BuckyBrooky 2 ай бұрын

Doc.brenttt helped me discover alot about psychedelics,healed me of my bipolar disorder & alcohol addiction.

@jimwoodman8101 2 ай бұрын

A lot of people have testified on this. I’m looking to have a go, on shrooms and psychedelics.

@BrownGeorge-pw2xo Ай бұрын

I suffered severe anxiety years ago. I could remember several years ago, I got diagnosed with cptsd. Suffered severe anxiety and mental disorder. Not until my wife recommended me to psilocybin mushrooms treatment. Psilocybin treatment saved my life honestly. 8 years totally clean. Never thought I would be saying this about mushrooms.

@DassHibionada Ай бұрын

Congrats on your recovery. Most persons never realizes psilocybin can be used as a miracle medication to save lives. Years back i wrote an entire essay about psychedelics. they saved you from death bud, lets be honest here.

@SusanaGomez-mp8sk Ай бұрын

YES very sure of Dr.benfungi. I have the same experience with anxiety, depression, PTSD and addiction and Mushrooms definitely made a huge huge difference to why am clean today.

@MariaHernandez-mb3qz Ай бұрын

How do I reach out to him? Is he on insta

@MichaelDavidson-qi7ts Ай бұрын

Yes he's Dr.benfungi.Shrooms to me is a natrual healer. I know a guy who has used mushrooms in the same way and they have really helped him. mah dudes have safe trips all.

@AlexanderMales-gh8bm Ай бұрын

I would like to know from those who have solved PTSD and anxiety, if they have solved it definitively and how to understand what quantity of psilocybin to take and when, for how long. And can you really heal without having an addiction? Thanks to everyone for helping me understand, I want to understand if it's something that can help me solve the problem (I have c-ptsd)

@robindabreu34 3 жыл бұрын

I'm always in fight or flight.

@equestrian144 3 жыл бұрын

Same. It’s so exhausting ☹️

@Dulcimerist 3 жыл бұрын

Have they tried you on a nightly dose of Guanfacine or Clonidine yet? They specifically target the "fight or flight" response by reducing the amount of norepinephrine in circulation. These are gaining popularity in treating anxiety and PTSD, since they have fewer side effects and don't have the same risks of addiction or dependence as typical anxiety medications. They can also address insomnia and prevent migraines. Although they're FDA-approved to treat ADHD and to manage blood pressure, the smaller doses they use in treating anxiety won't lower blood pressure that much.

@sweetcheeks73 3 жыл бұрын

@@equestrian144, same, and I'm so tired.

@lucybunwa5833 3 жыл бұрын

@@Dulcimerist i’ll try this

@Steven-yx1ic 3 жыл бұрын

I got mine from bad trip on weeeeed . I have weird eye symptoms though which is causing my anxiety mostly . Might be dialated pupils, not sure, seeing a psychiatrist in 2 weeks and I am gonna start medication, I am tired of this

@poggi747 2 жыл бұрын

My anxiety ceased on the day I retired.

@frikkievarkpiel5854 2 жыл бұрын

Weird.......And the same day your wife's stress and irritation levels increased.

@doddsalfa 2 жыл бұрын

Thats fine but that’s not a real panic disorder

@user-lz6dm5lk9y 4 ай бұрын

EXACTLY!

@YourFrienjamin 3 ай бұрын

Mine will, too. My major source of anxiety is driving and all the risks that come with it. I drive to deliver food. That is my job. My retirement will directly result in a significant relief off my literal heart.

@daves.5301 2 ай бұрын

I can see that being true.

@RedLP5000S 2 жыл бұрын

My anxiety has caused me to have agoraphobia and depression. My quality of life is at the lowest it's ever been. It's tragic when you wish to have a normal life, but at the same time are looking for ways to completely escape life. At what point does my fear of death become less than my fear of life?

@deborahward7911 2 жыл бұрын

The meds I need for anxiety I can't get from my GP Ashe says they're addictive!

@timboslice3755 2 жыл бұрын

Your not alone...I completely agree with these feelings!

@jesusislove7289 2 жыл бұрын

I had this too.took 17years tranqulize not anymore. r Try Vitamin D...B12 and B complex and Magnesium. Since i take those anxiety is gone. But buy Good Quality...GREETINGS from Germany. B12 at least 1000mcg per day , you can take much more dayli. B komplex sie One capsule. A day... Magnesium 400mg per day. Vitamin D Not to low. I. E. GREETINGS FROM GERMANY...

@acl1218 2 жыл бұрын

You hit the nail on the head Tommy. Who cares if you're addicted. You're happy and these other fools preaching the all natural way are miserable. God bless.

@septembersapphire347 2 жыл бұрын

I understand exactly how you feel, you're certainly not alone. I'm one of the many people who experiences those same feelings. ❤️

@ritamccourt4673 3 жыл бұрын

I didnt realise how much damage anxiety can cause...i am in so much agony with my stomach and shaking...its horrendous

@sweetcheeks73 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for mentioning shaking. I've been dealing with that for awhile.

@ritamccourt4673 3 жыл бұрын

@@sweetcheeks73 yes its horrendous and with pain also😢

@rochwilliams4626 3 жыл бұрын

Are you taking meds?

@sweetcheeks73 3 жыл бұрын

@@rochwilliams4626, who are you talking to?

@rochwilliams4626 3 жыл бұрын

@@sweetcheeks73 Rita...I have the same issue

@j-uk2189 2 жыл бұрын

I was reading a book about hormones. Hormones can have such a huge effect on the anxiety profile it’s quite incredible! The book called the ageless man. These guys who were suffering from depression, anxiety, diabetes, all were treated by simply putting the testosterone back into the normal range. I had my hormones checked and they were all over the place. As soon as my doctor balanced them, I felt fine. I felt how I did when I was 14 again, not having a care in the world and happy! My thoughts go out to everyone who is suffering! You’re all not alone!

@ravenlooney2487 2 жыл бұрын

Yes exactly..and b12,,magnesium, vitamin d...also the thyroid being under active too...and I had all 3 issues,low b12.and d,and my thyroid levels low...no antidepressant were helping me,so my doc did complete bloodwork and that's what he found. b12,and thyroid plays a big roll in depression and anxiety.

@shannonweaver196 2 жыл бұрын

Well then that's my biggest problem is my hormones are bothering me alot n the gentleman that I've been talking to that I'm interested in is not around me

@ravenlooney2487 2 жыл бұрын

@@shannonweaver196 this guy from india replied to a comment on here about what I been experiencing,and I heard this before, gut health...has alot to do with anxiety depression hormones , juicing greens and fruits,eating fish,just a clean diet,affects our mind. That it starts in the gut. I can say soda,junk food,fast foods,sugar,always made me feel like crap,no energy,irritated,depression, so I started blending my greens and fruit,drinking protien drinks,water,baked my chicken,for salads.watching things that are processed and full of additives, it has really made a difference in 2 weeks. Feeling awake,not tossing turning at night.i also take magnesium at nite wich is good for anxiety and nervous system,also b12 and vitamin d during the day.along with a women over 50 vitamin. "Nature's Way"brand Alive" has the fruit and garden blend in it. I'm just tired of being tired.so trying this for a few months to see..

@tomhawk8240 2 жыл бұрын

THATS FANTASTIC THANKS FOR THE INFO!!

@r.i.p2464 2 жыл бұрын

@J-UK21 what kind of doctor should i go to, to get my hormones checked and whats he test called. Im having trouble sleeping, and my heartrate is sometimes high. I think i need to sort my hormones.

@geniasherwood5914 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Even your tone of voice decreased my anxiety.

@Don_Drapers_Liver 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah his voice really helped me too

@benbaird8904 3 жыл бұрын

Bad anxiety usually is a lead in to depression due to something emotionally unpleasant something bothering you etc that's my experience.

@skhochay 3 жыл бұрын

very true!

@edxr6949 3 жыл бұрын

very very very true...

@benbaird8904 3 жыл бұрын

@@malikzafar7232 how did u lose all of things

@benbaird8904 3 жыл бұрын

Those things

@paulabaker8403 3 жыл бұрын

And suicide whenyou can't take it anymore while they fool arou d with medication that side affects are so intolerable you just can't take it

@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241 2 жыл бұрын

As a trauma surgeon, this video was very helpful. In full disclosure, I’ve been on benzodiazepines for 30 years.

@datboishagg682 2 жыл бұрын

i've been on them for 15 yrs myself, but i am in a special scenario where i am in permanent head pain, i was having visual aura migraines every single day for years. so i am trying to justify other sedative medications like promoethazyne and/or codiene.

@tjcovert 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck getting off them

@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241 2 жыл бұрын

@@theoneandonly4464 Never in 28 years.

@robertmccall4028 2 жыл бұрын

Yea they took me off of them and I wished they'd have just left me alone. 🤷

@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241 2 жыл бұрын

@@robertmccall4028 Getting off benzodiazepines are very difficult. Almost impossible.

@dbw166 3 жыл бұрын

I think one of the worst parts about anxiety is that it prevents people from actually seeking treatment, be it fear of the actual social interaction, or the fear that your doctor will think you're just trying to get drugs, especially if you've done some research on your own time and bring up a specific medication, most notably benzodiazepines. On top of that, reading about side effects and experiences from other people online doesn't help either. When it comes to the side effects though, it's worth noting that many people are taking these medications and aren't having any significant problems. A lot of people sharing their experiences in online forums in most cases are going to be the most vocal minority who experienced negative side effects, so always pay close attention to the positives, because it has to have really made a difference if it drives them to go online and talk about it.

@thomaswright1657 2 жыл бұрын

Valid point to take into consideration.

@kingofenglandthethir 2 жыл бұрын

You can buy benzos on the street but most who need are too anxious to try. Its horrible.

@Marie-Artistic_24 Жыл бұрын

It's disabling

@korranis1 Жыл бұрын

Mate what a top comment.... spot on 🙏🏼

@duslanjeremy4770 Жыл бұрын

I always recommend psychedelics to people battling with depression and anxiety it’s the best to work with , you don’t have to take it for years I won mine with the aid of psychedelic mushroom and it’s the best experience I’ve had , it gave me the confidence and courage to face my truth and it works magic, I get mine from and online vendor that specializes in the growth and sales of psychedelic products like DMT, LSD, MDMA, DXM it’s a great experience

@lornmeditation6290 2 жыл бұрын

To anyone who reads this: There is no limit for your dreams and your happiness.Just don't let yourself down and Always be a fan of yours. Uplift your energy level,whether or not everything is all right. make time for your mental health and bring peace to your seconds. You are the one who can do anything you imagine💪🏼Keep it up and remember how amazing you are❤

@realitywinner7582 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Lorn ! God Bless 🙂

@Mr.PDF_File Жыл бұрын

My dream is to destroy all of humanity. Is there no limit to that dream?

@1977Arrakis Жыл бұрын

I once dreamt I ate the Taj Mahal, but I'm damn sure I couldn't pull that off in real life.

@jenniferkline4196 4 ай бұрын

❤❤❤ What a really sweet uplifting and positive comment. The type you don't normally find in comment sections on KZfaq or anywhere else. Thank you so much for that comment that was very very sweet!

@peterskove3476 3 ай бұрын

Hmm, sounds like a lot of pressure.

@lawanahenrich 2 жыл бұрын

Doctors are more concerned about drug addicts than the patients in today’s world

@elizabethwilk9615 2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@boperez2841 2 жыл бұрын

Yes 😭

@raggedyanne9631 2 жыл бұрын

Fr I have a mee that I have to take for period cramps and my doctor barely gives them to me because she doesn’t want me to get addicted to it like when did I make you think I was

@nealmccauly7482 2 жыл бұрын

100 % but never give upp

@therehere4799 5 ай бұрын

Exactly

@freethinker4596 2 жыл бұрын

Been suffering from anxiety for over 30 years, Been on so many anti- depressants I can't remember all of them..They don't work never have worked and will never work it only makes things worse I don't care what this Doctor says..Life experience and living years with a debilitating illness is hard and stressful..Im on no meds now and haven't been for years since they took me off my Benzos now I never leave my house I hope Doctors like this are happy with the non- life we have when they think they know what works better than the people that actually suffer from life altering anxiety

@user-lz2uj3jo5o 3 ай бұрын

Amen I know exactly where you're coming from and I agree

@2bSolo 3 ай бұрын

Same… I have always wondered how many people have committed suicide because they are denied this life-saving drug.

@24JJ821 3 ай бұрын

Can't you be proactive and find another doctor? Keep looking until you find one that listens.

@KrystalBlueASMR 3 жыл бұрын

Does anyone else get ASMR from listening to him?! His voice is so calming.

@andijoann872 3 жыл бұрын

Yes. Very calming

@annsowers4591 3 жыл бұрын

I have PTSD/anxiety from the sudden loss of my Son. My heart got way out of whack on benzo's. My saving grace is 25 mg hydroxyzine as needed. It works wonderful for me. I know I can take it if I am going to be in a situation that will set me off. It did make me sleepy at first, but not now. I also keep my mind busy with adult coloring, painting and reading. It helps me. I hope this will help someone else.

@somethingorother319 3 жыл бұрын

I took hydroxyzine for situational anxiety some years back, at a standard 25mg dose. It would absolutely knock me out in less than half an hour. Downside was I was always asleep. Upside? I guess technically it stopped my anxiety since I was always asleep. My doctor told me to stop taking it immediately, however, since the effects shouldn't be that strong.

@gulfwarveteran3832 3 жыл бұрын

I also suffer from PTSD and anxiety and am being treated by the VA with therapy and zoloft and can finally function most days my heart goes out to you

@matthewanderson2538 3 жыл бұрын

Try kratom or cbd flower another option is delta 8 thc gets you a buzz without the paranoia

@chelsiemae7809 3 жыл бұрын

I got prescribed that recently but I’ve been terrified to try it

@gulfwarveteran3832 3 жыл бұрын

@Jdawg 12 it took a couple dose increases and a few months for me

@nongpoknganpameetei1875 3 жыл бұрын

His explaining and waiting about the medication gives anxiety

@shyaaammeneen63 3 жыл бұрын

Meetai, If stress affects internal physical health visit a good psychologist. . Heal yourself. Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety-stress. For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back erect, hands on lap with palms upwards, eyes closed, be still and observe your natural incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 10-15 minutes or more. Be as still as possible. Slowly negative thoughts will reduce and relax the mind. Patience is needed. During your daily activity keep observing your breath consciously. Do the above meditation daily. Anyway you wilL lose nothing but gain something. . Positive affirmations for 5-10 minutes before sleep also gives quick relief. Best wishes. Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.

@reichardemily6843 10 ай бұрын

Mushroom meds is the best regardless. Most of the people haven't tried any form of mushroom options and yet when they go back to their doctors they're being prescribed another big pharm meds with same or similar side effects and no solution provided! Smh

@edbrook1188 10 ай бұрын

I have never tried using mushroom medications, how effective is this and where can I get it?

@jasongary7066 10 ай бұрын

@@edbrook1188 I do use mushroom supplements since my wife was diagnosed fibromyalgia I got the idea to try it out from a friend and it's works magic I started using it too for myself fully natural and non addictive. Look up albovegateway

@jasongary7066 10 ай бұрын

...On Instagram, I get mine from them.

@user-tk3ou5ru1n 5 ай бұрын

Do you mean like lions mane or Psilocybe msuhrooms?

@saigenrose1032 3 жыл бұрын

My anxiety & panic disorder are controling my life agorphobia too i'm so tired of taking all my medications, I just want to be normal. :-(

@sheshe209 3 жыл бұрын

Same po

@breezy6576 3 жыл бұрын

It will get better I promise you have to fight it’s a battle with your mind you control you you can do it

@atomkriegreinigungs7737 3 жыл бұрын

What do you do that help prevent panic attacks?

@breezy6576 3 жыл бұрын

@@atomkriegreinigungs7737 box breathing focusing on controlling the mind in the moment so let those thoughts take over pretend your thoughts of anxiety and panic are on a train just let them pass

@avamiller2325 3 жыл бұрын

@@breezy6576 [ need to try that!

@pamelacossey8604 3 жыл бұрын

Use what works under the care of a physician and stop feeling guilty about taking the meds!

@melgrant7404 3 жыл бұрын

Nothing wrong with getting help agree x

@ctharpe6502 3 жыл бұрын

Danger

@eeeee7908 3 жыл бұрын

Shit is big pharma poison go for the natural approach

@janejojo275 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I could, but every time when I work myself up to telling my mom I want to go on something she says things like “well just try this” (she got me natural substance for anxiety but they don’t work) or “well you were fine the other day” (cause I don’t like when people see I’m anxious but it goes up and down all the time).

@pamelacossey8604 3 жыл бұрын

Is your mom an md?? If not then get the help you need n deserve

@rosielanders8723 10 ай бұрын

It took almost 10 years to balance my meds. Paroxitine, Wellbutrin and Burpirone. I feel amazing.

@harismuzaffar1151 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Love the way how different anxieties have been divided and explained.

@Carole_Williamson 3 жыл бұрын

Don’t forget ‘freeze’. Fight, Flight or Freeze

@BeardsandCars 3 жыл бұрын

21 years of bad anxiety and the best thing I've found is supplementing with vitiman D , Magnesium, potassium and some exercise.

@THXx1138 2 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness you haven't gone the benzodiazepine route. NOT a wise idea.

@BeardsandCars 2 жыл бұрын

@@THXx1138 I was put on them 21 years ago and now I'm trying to taper myself off

@islewait6107 2 жыл бұрын

Mindfulness, a calm environment with less caffeine & TV has been effective for me. Discontinuing anxiety medications is a very anxious experience; worse than what you think requires medication in the first place. Cannabis is a natural alternative for some folks as well. Valerian, Cava Cava & chamomile are helpful to many. Some form of centering meditation or just a few minutes alone can help to calm the mind. Writing out what one finds overwhelming is shown to be quite effective too.

@devonzastre1990 2 жыл бұрын

Magnesium helps a little.

@BigViewership 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve hear someone say something similar about Vitamin D helping them with anxiety. I’ll explore that

@mike245401 3 жыл бұрын

We need to get together and make doctors listen to us! It's a hell I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy! I'm on benzos all day long I dont abuse them I take them as prescribed! Not everyone is a drug addict! With all the other meds u talked about and some days it barely takes the edge off! I've found some doctors dont want to be bothered with people that have anxiety. They want to sweep it under the rug as if it's not a serious problem!

@lyndapierson6338 3 жыл бұрын

i too suffer from chronic anxiety. runs in family. i take xanax as PRESCRIBED and find it to be most effective. tried prozac x 8 months, didn't help and was brutal titrating off. it is unfortunate that xanax is abused as this makes me feel as if i am being 'scrutinized'! (in addition to xanax i practice meditation, exercise and breathing techniques which helps). nothing worse than panic attack!

@mike245401 3 жыл бұрын

@@lyndapierson6338 my heart goes out to you! Xanax had a paradoxical effect on me. It seems to help women more than men. The GAD and the panic attacks and the other body systems are truly a hell!

@donniemeekins7446 3 жыл бұрын

I agree sometimes you really need meds

@chrism1060 3 жыл бұрын

I'm totally with you. Doctors nowadays don't want to prescribe benzodiazepines but it's the only thing that helps. I've always took them as prescribed but they still won't give them to me. Idk what to do anymore.

@mike245401 3 жыл бұрын

@@chrism1060 sometimes I wounder what they are there for? If their not going to try and elevate suffering like their hippocratic oath they swore to!

@markcraven3842 2 жыл бұрын

I am 64 yo and have suffered from panic attacks and anxiety for ever. I seldom leave my condo in fact in July I drove a total of 4 miles in a brand new car that sits outside. Thank goodness my job is all done from home on the phone. It is something I have learned to live with..

@eileendoherty2836 2 жыл бұрын

Hi mark you are not alone I’m a friend just to talk I’m in tempe arizona 😥🤗🙏❤️

@latoyamcghee1524 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so thankful I found this channel I have suffered from this since I was 14 n now I'm 40!!! My doctor didn't even explain all this to me!!! God Bless U!!!

@annomaly751 3 жыл бұрын

That’s long time to suffer with anxiety Latoya! Has your doctor prescribed anything make panic attacks less like Valium? I think my anxiety given me fibroids...it’s the worst!

@latoyamcghee1524 3 жыл бұрын

@@annomaly751 Yes I was on and off a lot of meds all my life up into my adult life its very hard because some meds didn't help !! I just kept praying to God!!!!

@terrijohnston8803 3 жыл бұрын

@@annomaly751 I had fibroids years ago and they caused my anxiety and depression to come back 😢 the hormonal imbalance is awful

@annomaly751 3 жыл бұрын

@@terrijohnston8803 sorry hear that fibroids are terrible. Did you get them surgically removed?

@balkancarbalkanfun7540 3 жыл бұрын

@@latoyamcghee1524 i wish i can met you :/

@Robert-hs8yf 11 ай бұрын

I’ve been taking Xanax for 25 yrs.. it’s the ONLY med that can control my panic attacks. Frankly this med has saved my life. I have tried almost all the other meds he mentioned and even entered an experimental drug trial program. Sometimes I use it frequently.. sometimes I can go a while without taking it. Bottom line is that I need to have available, if I don’t and a panic attack hits I will be heading to the emergency room.

@cadaankudhiigleh 10 ай бұрын

Why they say it can't be taken more than few months?

@Robert-hs8yf 10 ай бұрын

Because some people end up abusing the medication

@olivervandebeer7492 10 ай бұрын

25 years? Holy $hit....

@dorothymcguire737 10 ай бұрын

I was on xanax for close to 30yrs. I had been at max dose for years. The last few years they have been trying to titrate me down. The same health care system that gave me this miracle drug (that saved my life) after 30 years says nope this is no good for you, causes dementia. Sooo long story short I had a seizure due to weaning me off. Ended up in intensive care + 12 days in the hospital. I have been off xanax for 2 months now & I've never been more miserable. They adjust my new meds every month and nothing works. I wish they would have left me alone

@tommyc4575 10 ай бұрын

Same here , was on xanax for 20 years only thing that worked for me never had any side affects and was able to slowly taper down when needed, my doctor retire now they keep pushing me on drugs that don't work with more side affects , take it from the people that abuse it not that need it.

@nativetexan53 3 жыл бұрын

Your voice makes me feel calm.

@sallysimpson7 2 жыл бұрын

his voice is so calm it makes me anxious

@cynthiaa.reinking9314 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I take what truly works. Hallaluyah!!

@jamesronald1882 3 жыл бұрын

Mushrooms saved my life Hit up @adam_shrooms on Instagram....He sells psychedelics discreetly. He got shrooms,Dmt,Lsd,dope asf💀🍄

@MrsMaryIrby 3 жыл бұрын

If Zanax works for you who cares if you get addicted? What are the difference in taking blood pressure meds etc daily and they don't call that addiction though you have to take every day...

@sararue297 3 жыл бұрын

Mary Irby, the problem is not only getting addicted but also that you build up a tolerance and that's really bad, eventually not even the higher doses work.

@MrsMaryIrby 3 жыл бұрын

@@sararue297 15 years I've been on them since my daughter was murdered and I do just fine everybody wants to start on something new and I have tried but the sonics works best for me

@indian3750 3 жыл бұрын

Because you can measure how much blood pressure you have and then correct that but there is no way of measuring anxiety and what its doing to your body Psychiatry is a study which is based on trial and error and no bases to administer these meds. Its better to not treat anxiety if its not debilitating

@MrsMaryIrby 3 жыл бұрын

@@indian3750 if it wasn't debilitating why the hell would I need it omg

@indian3750 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrsMaryIrby just saying some people have mild symptoms which can be managed but they hop on to anti anxiety meds and makes matters worse

@karlbrowne3361 Жыл бұрын

Great vid Doc, love your content my friend! ❤️💯

@Dulcimerist 3 жыл бұрын

I had reactions to benzos, SSRIs, and beta blockers. What worked best for me was a nightly dose of Clonidine, which specifically targets the "fight or flight" panic and anxiety response by reducing the amount of norepinephrine in circulation. My daughter responded even better to its sister drug, Guanfacine, and it eliminated her anxiety and panic attacks. She also went from a C student to an A student overnight!

@simonram8505 3 жыл бұрын

I know clonidine is very potent drug in lowering blood pressure. Isn't it dangerous to take it before bed since blood pressure naturally drops significantly during sleep?

@Dulcimerist 3 жыл бұрын

@@simonram8505 Not really, since it's low dose Clonidine (0.1mg or 0.2mg) before bed to treat issues such as anxiety, PTSD, insomnia, ADHD, and other issues. The mild effect on blood pressure that low dose Clonidine has helps to mimic the normal decrease in blood pressure that happens during sleep, which is why it's a popular medication to treat insomnia in children as well as adults. My blood pressure has actually increased a bit on low dose Clonidine, since it reduces blood pooling in the legs and increases the blood volume in circulation. The dosing for using Clonidine to manage high blood pressure is higher doses taken throughout the day, which is when you start to see a more noticeable effect on blood pressure.

@shyaaammeneen63 3 жыл бұрын

@@Dulcimerist Reduce all medicine dosage to low power so that you do not have side effects in the long run. . Heal yourself with determination. . Your breath is directly related to your mind [brain] causing negative thoughts-anxiety-stress. For a relaxed life sit on a chair, back erect, hands on lap with palms upwards, eyes closed, be still and observe your natural incoming--outgoing breath at the entrance of the nostrils for around 10-15 minutes or more. Be as still as possible. Slowly negative thoughts will reduce and relax the mind. Patience is needed. During your daily activity keep observing your breath consciously. Do the above meditation daily. Anyway you wilL lose nothing but gain something. . Positive affirmations for 5-10 minutes before sleep also gives quick relief. Best wishes. Shyaaam Sir. -Counsellor.

@Dulcimerist 3 жыл бұрын

@@shyaaammeneen63 I'm actually 100% completely cured taking Clonidine to treat my anxiety and PTSD. Additional benefits for me taking Clonidine include the elimination of my insomnia, migraines, dysautonomia/POTS, night sweats, and a reduction in my chronic pain and ADHD symptoms. It's a literal miracle drug!

@shyaaammeneen63 3 жыл бұрын

@@Dulcimerist My best wishes are with you. As long as the physician has told you there are no long term side effects it is fine. Be motivated. Shyaaam Sir-Counsellor

@shoortey1338 3 жыл бұрын

Top 1 and the best, workout, maybe not help enough but helps alot

@joanmcnulty2221 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, great advice. Thank you so much...

@lisajones5013 2 жыл бұрын

I struggle so very badly will anxiety that leads to insomnia then depression

@americanintegrativepharmac3919 2 жыл бұрын

Super informative video--thanks for sharing. You explain anxiety and medication to treat it in such a calm, simple way.

@jamesyarbrough3996 2 жыл бұрын

Yes I can relate to all this see I'm a 76 year old man and since I retired and with lot of family problems I have lots of trouble dealing with Anxiety and depression I'm taking Xanax but I still have problems I wish I could just talk to you about it.

@connielewis9561 Жыл бұрын

I used to get anxiety from thinking about taking the meds but this seems to happen when I felt better . Once went off cold turkey & will never do that again & from then on haven’t had anxious thoughts about taking it . Very apparent that I feel safe & better on it❣️

@vadapowell8111 7 ай бұрын

I did the same thing with my lexapro that I've been taking for 20 years now. I thought I could come off it and be ok. By the 2nd month without it, I was a complete mess!! I've had doctors want to take me off it and I begged them not to do that. The idea that a doctor might take it away from me scares me so badly.

@RendiMento 3 ай бұрын

I have been on Clorazepate 7.5mg along with my SSRI, daily EVERY DAY for 2 years. He recommends I take even more daily but I do not. Do you agree with my psychiatrist that a benzo like this is safe on a regular basis? It’s a super long half life benzo that comes on very slow - I pretty much don’t even notice it. I have panic disorder/PTSD/generalized anxiety / DPDR

@edumotivate3592 2 жыл бұрын

Nicely explained. In my experience daily determined spiritual practices helps in such issues.

@bagsjr1 2 жыл бұрын

I was poor years ago. Very stressful. I started saving and as my net worth went up my anxiety went down.

@rawdog314 Жыл бұрын

People in the comments saying "dont take this" "dont take that" about benzos and ssri's need to realise everybody is different! These drugs literally save peoples lives and youll find the majority who have positive effects arent in the comments section on youtube, they are enjoyng there lives anxiety free!

@antisocialsecret7584 Жыл бұрын

I use ssri and pregabalin, every day. Without..I have take my life.

@rawdog314 Жыл бұрын

I have tried ssri's before and they never worked but i know lots of people it has changed there lives. The only thing that works for my anxiety is valium but my GP always reluctant to prescribe it even though I only take it a few times a month when I'm desperate.

@john-bo9ve 3 ай бұрын

Spot on 👍

@QuicksandontheTrail 3 ай бұрын

Exactly. Xanax is a life saver for me. You can't take it e everyday but when it gets bad nothing works better.

@Edward-ur5lg 2 ай бұрын

Yep xnanax is the only relief I have from the hell of going out of my mind

@caroljones1262 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 🙏 for all the videos about different diagnoses and medicines and side effects. Do you teach in a college for doctors and nurses? I have learned more from you than any of my nursing classes. 🙏❤️☮️

@timothytew1775 2 жыл бұрын

I'm 70 and I almost died in 2016. I suffer from serious anxiety and claustrophobia. After a year in a hospital in Sarasota I moved back to Lee County and the health system here refused to refill my ativan prescription because of drug protocol. So now I am forced to self medication with cheap beer. It's destroyed my liver but allows me to sleep.

@toybonniethebunny5444 2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry 😪 Our health care system sucks in the U.S.

@veronicaaguilarlifecoach2054 2 жыл бұрын

Magnesium,vitamin b12 and vitamin d ,niacin you’re welcome

@sl8605 2 жыл бұрын

Ask your doctor about clonodine. It's not a narcotic. I was on xanax for over 30 years for anxiety. Clonodine has worked great for me. Also, your doctor will probably be very willing to prescribe it.

@hayd9785 2 жыл бұрын

@@sl8605 im interested in clonodine, i have health anxiety and panicky episodes when out in public sometimes where my heart rate races (makes you feel lightheaded and breathless) i was wondering if this could benefit me and in what dose? My blood pressure at rest is usually around 120/68

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@johnrogers2253 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dr some great advice.. Anxiety free what a wonderful life... that would be...

@garydunn3037 Жыл бұрын

I began to develop Anxiety symptoms when in my late teens. At first, it was an extreme feeling of unease around people. I was put on 5mg Diazepam and found instant relief. I have been on and off them ever since. I am now in my mid 60's. My father was an extremely bad tempered man, who caused my and my mother a lot of stress. In the late 80's I was taken off them. But I began to gravitate towards alcohol, getting through at least 3 bottles of gin a week. My then Doctor put me back on Diazepam at only 2mg and they did take the edge off the Anxiety. My father has since passed away, and my mother is now severley invalid, and needs 24/7 care. And the Doctor who originally prescribed the pills has just retired. So, guess what? the other Doctors have put me on a reduction program, which means that I will eventually be taken off them completely. My fear is that I will return to alcohol to find some relief. I live in the UK and Benzodiazepines are frowned upon by most Doctors. I just don't know how I can go on without stress relief, as my my is very demanding, and needs to to do just about every thing for her.

@chriswatt859 Жыл бұрын

Every medication they try give u instead of diazepan read the side effects of the med a go bk to Ur doc a say Ur getting them side effects,and getting cut of diazepan after so long can cause fits/seizures etc av bin on Diaz an nitrazepam since 18 am nearly 40 now av changed docs wen I got resistance in getting them even was buying them at one point,hope u get a good doc who understands cos they do help ppl cope and are more effective than all the modern alternatives. X

@garydunn3037 Жыл бұрын

@@chriswatt859 Problem is, here in the UK, finding a doctor that understands our condition is almost impossible. My late Father was put on 5mg Valium back in the mid 70's and found "Instant Relief" When I began to get Anxious, I took one and and also found "Instant Relief" My Father got Xanax in the early 1990's and I tried one, and Wow, so much better than Valium. I felt like I had won the lottery. I'm going through one of the toughest times in my life right now, with my Mother dead from the neck down, and my Brothers wanting me to sell up and ship out. I could really use them right now, so I'm heading back to the "One Drug" I can get that is Alcohol.

@bobstuckrath1805 11 ай бұрын

Only Benzo's work. They are addictive and thus dangerous. Even if you had a doctor who would prescribe them now, they won't do it forever. The other stuff is nonsense. Embrace your anxiety because you're just plain stuck with it. Lots of exercise helps.

@ilovetotri23 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks. Super informative!

@GrCent Жыл бұрын

I love your calming approach to the subject. Some other videos, or personalities, tend to cause anxiety. I seek these videos to be talked down from a ledge, not pushed! Thanks sir.

@Cheekiemoney 3 жыл бұрын

This guys voice is smooooooth

@Bettinasisrg 2 жыл бұрын

My kids (& grandkids) live all over the US and I have horrible anxiety and panic about flying. How do I talk to my doctor about getting a 2 or 3 day prescription a couple times a year?

@dood620 3 жыл бұрын

This is how you treat anxiety . Dont engage your mind w the questions and ideas in your head

@coryhaynes7700 3 жыл бұрын

Easy to say hard to do

@dood620 3 жыл бұрын

@@coryhaynes7700 takes a little practice and PRAY !

@dood620 3 жыл бұрын

@@coryhaynes7700 and harden not your heart :)

@zabranjenakojasko6833 3 жыл бұрын

@@dood620 I bet you could advise same for any disease. It's so easy to judge and advise! Isn't it?

@dood620 3 жыл бұрын

@@zabranjenakojasko6833 i wouldnt advise that if it didnt work for me.

@traceyodonoghue978 3 жыл бұрын

Thats was very good doc but is there one of them to take as wearing masks and visors all day in work is becoming hard and stressful

@barbt.9211 2 жыл бұрын

Doc. Everyone is different, give what helps.

@Gooman130 2 жыл бұрын

Your voice is so calming, and this video was very informative. Thank you.

@queenpearl1979 2 жыл бұрын

My son is on Hydroxicine and it has completely negatively changed his life. I am glad I found this video, will ask doctor to change his med.

@jameshood8974 2 жыл бұрын

You can simply purchase meds from this doc who helped me..

@jameshood8974 2 жыл бұрын

He's on telegram as,

@jameshood8974 2 жыл бұрын

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@James-qq2vq 3 жыл бұрын

Focus your awareness from your heart not your brain. Awareness from the brain creates overthinking that will lead to these symptoms. Doing it from the heart allows you to let go. 😊

@unknown-xk1se 2 жыл бұрын

your voice calms me down. appreciate it man

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@petesantana7302 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your review! That is what I apply to my practice

@billybarr7443 2 жыл бұрын

Stop telling lies lad

@ashleycortes4657 2 жыл бұрын

Your tone of voice is already helping my anxiety

@seanizad7684 Жыл бұрын

> take oxycodone 15 mil eve=/Ryan six hours I am to have a pet scan and I am c)au@@trophobic my dr prescribed an anti anxiety medication 3 pills to be taken 5 minutes. ~ apart I am afraid to take them the dr knows I take [xyç$% oxycodone what do the rest of you ssddf @ay

@TheChurchofCacti Жыл бұрын

Pro Tip: if you need Benzos, don't go to a Psych and ask for a long term script. Ask to help with tapering. They'll start at whatever dose you're taking very very slowly lower the dose. This was my experience anyways. First Doc said no right away and didn't charge me for the appointment. Second doctor said she'd taper me and I've been with her for 6 months barely gone down

@Wendy-bd9zu Жыл бұрын

I use propranolol for 20 years now for chronic hyperventilation, i am so happy it exists ❤

@Rock_Girl_Daze 9 ай бұрын

Propranolol worked for me re ptsd. Took for several years, then titrated off, no problem.

@peterwatkins671 8 ай бұрын

Made me way too light headed and brain fog.

@Wendy-bd9zu 8 ай бұрын

@@peterwatkins671 oh no that s ok, de other stuff does haha im a back patiënt.

@yvonnedebeer9586 2 жыл бұрын

Dr. Eric. Thank you for your video's.. I'm in benzo withdrawal. Is there something I can use. Thanks for your time.

@Punnu2021 3 жыл бұрын

I scare often but I don't know why? I can't watch a movie with twists. My brain force me to fast forward it. It may seem silly but it's serious to me. I try to skip many events in my life which are very essential. Can you please tell me what my situation called exactly. Please please

@solideroftheapocalypse4955 3 жыл бұрын

Ive been having severe anxiety for 7 yrs. N been on xanax 1mg 3X a day. N im barest getting a better...i didn't drive,work, n barley left the house for 6.5 yrs... but im getting better this yr. Thank God stay strong folks anxiety is a bitch its hell i know ..was going to the E.R. every month for yrs...so i understand. Stay strong

@alexanderulv3886 2 жыл бұрын

Haven’t left my house for well over 3yrs. Good times…

@bethmccall3735 3 жыл бұрын

Can you please do a video on Coumidine ( Blood Thinner ) the dos and don'ts and what you should eat and not eat while on this medicine?

@brianjansen3103 10 ай бұрын

I took meds for over 20yrs & quit taking all pharmaceuticals about 4yrs ago, I still have anxiety but now also a distrust of Dr's & big pharma, fact is the stuff didn't really help much anyways, at least now i dont have to do the whole song & dance every month, being free of the need for Drs & pharmacies is extremely satisfying

@amiraamira-qc1dj 14 күн бұрын

Amazing video doctor . Thank you very much

@markgerber5605 3 жыл бұрын

One class of antidepressants that you did not mention is the MAOIs. Not used frequently, however, in my case Phenelzine Sulfate has been effective when the others were not. My doctor has me on Phenelzine, Propranolol and Clonazepam.

@redpine8665 2 ай бұрын

EXACTLY! Most young docs have never prescribed it. If they've even heard of them, they look on it as a drug of the past. Potential adverse reactions to certain aged foods worry other docs. Like aged cheese. Parnate - an MAOI - is the only med that has helped me. Thankfully my doc is older and is well aware of MAOI's.

@markgerber5605 2 ай бұрын

@@redpine8665 I have to generally inform doctors of the medications that are contraindicated with Nardil. They have prescribed me such meds before and I had to educated them. As for food interactions; I've never had a reaction to anything and I eat just about everything on the "Do not eat" list.

@valstefanelli1144 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t get it why people keep saying that Xanax or Klonopin is so bad. If you take them when you really need them and not abuse them there was nothing wrong with it. I have been on Xanax and Klonopin for years that didn’t make me go smoke crack LOL I take it if I need it. I don’t understand people that will go through a day with such anxiety because they are worried about being addicted. We all have free will I take mine mostly to sleep at night once in a while I need it in the daytime but for gods sake‘s I have a neighbor that is so messed up she has been in and out of mental hospitals for a year now. I said to her just take the Xanax even if it’s to a day you’re not being a drug addict you’re trying to help yourself, but she doesn’t listen and I can’t even be around her anymore because I suffer from depression and anxiety and sometimes you can’t help people if they don’t wanna help themselves.

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@valstefanelli1144 2 жыл бұрын

@@mcacleanjackson9437 is this a joke ?

@cjt962 10 ай бұрын

I know from my own personal experience the advice you've given is spot on!

@brandonalvarado7388 6 ай бұрын

does lamotrigine help with anxiety? i started medication yesterday around 4pm and felt really sad/depressed. does it go away or does it last for a while until i get used to the drug? should i ask my doctor for another medication or is this just the process?

@ecuadorexpat8558 2 жыл бұрын

I ve suffered GAD all my life..it all went away when I moved to Ecuador and left the USA..by that I mean to outline the importance of striving to live a stressfree life as much as possible, proper diet; and stopping all bad habits like alcohol..cigarettes etc..I havent had one anxiety attack since leaving stress and negative people out of my life..

@casioamplifier 2 жыл бұрын

I swear sometimes it’s the environment not the individual. USA culture is very toxic. Whites only hang out with whites. Blacks with blacks. Hispanics with Hispanics. As an immigrant, you don’t fit in anywhere and as a result you’re isolated and lonely which leads to depression and anxiety.

@ecuadorexpat8558 2 жыл бұрын

@@casioamplifier USA culture is narcissistic and has no structure as everyone does what they want ..Wish you Blessings

@mikamee5459 Жыл бұрын

Ecuadorexpat...Omg I almost cried when I read your post. . My anxiety and stress are caused by my job. As soon as I quit the job my symptoms disappeared. My friend said it my issue was situational. My new job doesnt pay as much but I have less stress and laugh with my coworkers instead of having my back stabbed.

@ecuadorexpat8558 Жыл бұрын

@@mikamee5459 yepp stress will kill you !!!!

@jeffseibert1104 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been thinking same. Moving to Costa Rica or somewhere to start over. Are you still in equador?

@jefui1 3 жыл бұрын

I like the way D.O’s think

@breannasummers8589 3 жыл бұрын

Im currently on Lexapro for anxiety but it almost makes it worse.. im trying to find something only to take when I have an attack. Do these types of medications cause the “brain zaps” i get from my Lexapro?

@Dulcimerist 3 жыл бұрын

I got the "brain zaps" from SSRI medications as well. Anything that boosts serotonin can cause those. Have they tried you on a nightly dose of Guanfacine or Clonidine yet? These are gaining popularity in treating anxiety and PTSD, since they have fewer side effects and don't have the same risks of addiction or dependence as typical anxiety medications. They can also address insomnia and prevent migraines. Although they're FDA-approved to treat ADHD and to manage blood pressure, the smaller doses they use in treating anxiety won't lower blood pressure that much. These two don't cause "brain zaps".

@demonpopup27 Жыл бұрын

I cut cold turky both 60Mg zoloft as a teen and Setraline as an adult. Hadn't really experienced withdrawal, but after Setraline wss flushed out, I noticed they did make me feel alot more happy and motivated and feeling ok around more people.

@sophied7188 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Dr. Richardson, my Dr has me on Gabapentin and Duloxetine for anxiety but I feel really angry, is that normal?

@maryjo8752 3 жыл бұрын

Duloxetine is a very interesting drug. It’s good if you are suffering from depression or anxiety. Not sure why it would cause anger tho. I took it . I liked it but it only stays in the system for 12 hours and those symptoms I have noted return quickly. Gabapentin should give you a more calmer feeling. I also took that with duloxetine. I still use gabapentin with my Wellbutrin. Note! Coming off duloxetine is one hell of a ride. Even done slowly with a new drug. Make sure your doctor works very closely with you on this duloxetine. Maybe it’s just not the drug for you. Perhaps you could do gabapentin with buspirone. That’s a very calming combination. Good luck to you on your quest.

@MelissaGal1 3 жыл бұрын

The neurontin may be causing your anger...ask your doctor! Best wishes!

@EdwardRhoads Жыл бұрын

First of all I'm 71, work out, walk everywhere, good blood pressure etc. My ENT prescribed Venlafaxine 37.5 mg for my Vestibular Migraine that came out of nowhere. He said take it for 2 weeks. I took one at 10am and by Noon my Vertigo was 80% gone. I thought cool.. 2am the next morning I woke up with a blinding headache, and I don't get headaches. But I did read on Web MD you might want to watch your Blood Pressure if you take this. So I decided to take my Blood pressure. 196/121. Yeah off to the Emergency room I went. I realize different medications can work differently in different people.. Just a Heads up.

@KevinTspirit 10 ай бұрын

My psychiatrist prescribed Hydroxyzine "as Needed", but used to take Buspirone daily. I have yet to takethe Hydroxyzine, saving for "emergencies". I take Trileptal as a mood stabilizer for Bipolar 1. Great information, Thank you

@RedRozei 2 жыл бұрын

I've been perscribed Olanzapine 5mg. I have anxiety disorder. I'm very unsure and somewhat pessimistic towards it. I have it bought, I really have a weak feeling in my gut. I don't know if I should use it or not.

@juliathoms9723 3 жыл бұрын

I have being on Ativan for 16 yrs ,NO regrets , live a normal Life.

@adastraperaspera7098 3 жыл бұрын

Breathing exercises, relaxing music, avoid negative people/situations. Beta.blockers help some people, but I have worse side effects than Benzos. Clonazepam worked better for me, but you must be prepared for major withdrawals if you take shit load of em. Hydroxyzine is for itching but helps some. Screw any SSRI or antidepressants..Them suckers can make you suicidal and I was in group with someone who did. Gabapentin helped me w social anxiety, appetite, nerve pain. #Anxiety #PTSD

@Ilovewyatt01 Жыл бұрын

Clonazepam is a benzo

@reginastoltz5974 2 жыл бұрын

I take hydroxyzine at night for my insomnia and night terrors due to PTSD.It has worked wonders!!! My psychiatrist and I have come up on a cocktail that really works for me. I take citolopram for my depression in the evening, along with 100 mg of Gapentin. At night I take 600 mg of Gapentin. 4 mg of Minipress or Prazocin, hydroxocine and 5 milligram of melatonin. Along with other allergy meds. This has worked wonders for me for years. I take very Little mental health meds in the daytime due to the sleepiness involved, plus i needed them at night anyway. I have panic attacks very rarely now. I also add all my vitamins In the daytime plus I started swimming for exercise. This is just works for me after a !it of trial and error.

@rebekahb5275 2 жыл бұрын

can these help with severe chronic depersonalization/derealization?

@denisecummings4225 3 жыл бұрын

I have anxiety and depression. Some days are worse. Dr. has me on atvian and lexapro. Thank you Doc.

@favofriet8350 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have any problems with your body that you hate and get depression from?

@terrijohnston8803 3 жыл бұрын

I am on the same medications. Lexapro is the best antidepressant that I’ve ever been prescribed and I’ve been on it for about 7 yrs. it also keeps hot flashes away 😊

@raquellara6218 3 жыл бұрын

@@terrijohnston8803 Have you experienced any weight gain from using Lexapro? I get scared using depression meds will cause weight gain.

@MinnyMann 3 жыл бұрын

Raquel Lara I had crazy bad food carb cravings at the beginning and thought I was going to stop but it eventually subsided after the first month or two

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@adamkoepke1366 3 жыл бұрын

I tried busporine and it actually gave me way more anxiety, nausea, and what felt like panic attacks. Hopefully I can find something that helps soon because I’m to the point of barely being able to leave my house

@barbnbirds 3 жыл бұрын

That med did the same to me 👍

@3joewj 3 жыл бұрын

L theanine...natural amino acid.

@Souleater17722 3 жыл бұрын

I have the solution. Smoke cannabis

@user-tr2dh4xx6u 3 жыл бұрын

@@Souleater17722 that makes it worse for me once it wears off

@KatrinaLeonard778 3 жыл бұрын

Same for me! It seemed to sort of work but once it wore off my anxiety was worse than before when I had taken it.

@oriana963 Жыл бұрын

I never before thought of antianxiety before this new job of taking appointmentments online. now, i decided propanolol as per your explanation. Do you think it will do. Thank you

@missysass1806 9 ай бұрын

A chest feeling 😢 I’m using Ativan. Glad that anxiety and panic is being acknowledged

@sheilaemadian 4 ай бұрын

I have heard that works very well and has little side effects if any at all, but does it help nausea also? I take Zofran to combat anxiety and nausea for now and just cbd oil.

@hoffy1003 2 жыл бұрын

As a health Care provider, I found this to be an excellent, informative video. Especially the great explanation on addiction potential with the benzodiazepines.

@larrybaker6596 2 жыл бұрын

Anti depressants cause discontinuation syndrome same as benzo withdrawal. Both have to be tapered

@hoffy1003 2 жыл бұрын

@@larrybaker6596 Yes, that's true.

@rodepperson5885 6 ай бұрын

You obviously don't have anxiety

@hoffy1003 6 ай бұрын

Meaning what? Benzodiazepines don't have to be tapered. They don't cause anxiety and depression? what? @@rodepperson5885 BTW, I do go through anxiety and depression in cycles. So, I'm not unaware of how debilitating it is.

@kathleenheffron950 3 жыл бұрын

I am 68 years old and I have been suffering with panic attacks that just come on for no reason at all I have been in two car accidents because they just crept up on me I did a lot of cognitive behavioral therapy I have seen holistic chiropractors I have been on every type of organic food vitamins everything I am now currently on Klonopin I've been on it for many years and it works for me and I will continue with it until the day I die because I will never again have a panic attack especially having two to three a day for absolutely no reason whatsoever

@MrJt3451 Жыл бұрын

thank you i needed to hear this

@richard3545 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dr Erik, my doctor gave me Epilim to control my anxiety ? Your take on Epilim for anxiety as maintenance medication ? Thanks.

@suzetteshaw5392 2 жыл бұрын

Hello DC, am going through anxiety and panic attack since last year when I found out am going through primenopaluse , now am having a lot of panic attack and my doctor give me Xanax its help but still having the problems, can you please help me please and thanks.

@THRIVEAFFIRMATIONS 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I'm having a controlled anxiety because my mind is in the right place, but my ADHD is out of control, so I let myself be, but I'm going nowhere sometimes. My doctor suggested Wellbutrin, I will take my first full pill tomorrow morning I will do it for a week to see if it helps me sit down and focus. I was thinking on combining concerta am with lorazepam pm, because I can stop positive thinking...planning etc. I want to be productive but I also I want to sleep at night. What do you think?

@Dulcimerist 3 жыл бұрын

Have your doctors tried you on a nightly dose of Guanfacine or Clonidine yet? They specifically target the "fight or flight" response by reducing the amount of norepinephrine in circulation. These are gaining popularity in treating anxiety and PTSD, since they have fewer side effects and don't have the same risks of addiction or dependence as typical anxiety medications. They can also address insomnia and prevent migraines. Although they're FDA-approved to treat ADHD and to manage blood pressure, the smaller doses they use in treating anxiety won't lower blood pressure that much.

@desireetowns5259 3 жыл бұрын

Prayers

@robertmccall4028 2 жыл бұрын

It's not going to work in a week. It takes time with antidepressants

@Tahir9987 3 жыл бұрын

Helpful video. I believe medications work differently for different people.

@1982MCI 3 жыл бұрын

That is absolutely true!!!

@ollydollydove2329 3 жыл бұрын

Not really

@dennismyers9879 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Doc…45 years ago . When in the stock market, a bit of anxiety got me. Back then the medicine World didn’t know much about Serex, or at least my Dr. wasn’t aware. to make a long story short, at age 78, am on 4 15mg per day..haven’t be anxious for 35 years…That was back east, 30 years ago I cam To So. Cal..By that time my Dr, told me it may be too late to get off…15 years ago I tried but it was Impossible…ide love to get off, any ideas? Regards Dennis

@brookerbaby511 10 ай бұрын

I have extreme anxiety and Panic attacks...I cannot control when it happens..some days are awful, and some bearable. The problem is when I have several days or weeks of the severe ones ...for really no reason or trigger...by body does start to become addicted and it's absolutely horrible when that happens.

@lorraineglover1918 3 жыл бұрын

I’m taking hydroxyzine for the pat 4.5 months and I have been experiencing dry heaves. Some weird sound that makes ppl ask if I have Tourette’s and involuntary muscles jerks of my left arm. I’m trying to figure out if this is a side effect of the meds

@Dulcimerist 3 жыл бұрын

Report that to your doctor right away! If it's a side effect, which is quite possible, your doctor needs to know immediately. Have they tried you on a nightly dose of Guanfacine or Clonidine yet? These are gaining popularity in treating anxiety and PTSD, since they have fewer side effects and don't have the same risks of addiction or dependence as typical anxiety medications. They can also address insomnia and prevent migraines. Although they're FDA-approved to treat ADHD and to manage blood pressure, the smaller doses they use in treating anxiety won't lower blood pressure that much.

@Ilovewyatt01 2 жыл бұрын

No. Hydroxyzine is merely a antihistamine.

@Dulcimerist 2 жыл бұрын

Infrequent side effects of Hydroxyzine: - Acid reflux - Muscle tremors - Dry mouth - Throat dryness Rare side effects of Hydroxyzine: - Seizures - Cognitive problems - Vomiting - Muscle twitching - Paradoxical bronchospasm - Stomach irritation If any of those somewhat describe what you're experiencing, it's best to speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Random people on the internet can't accurately answer your question. Go to a medical professional, describe what you're experiencing and when it started, give them a list of all of the medications you're taking and when you started taking each medication, and let the medical professional determine what is or isn't causing the issues you're experiencing. Nobody online, including myself, can tell you with certainty that the Hydroxyzine is or isn't causing what you're experiencing.

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