Anxiety started again after 6 years

[Kay]

So I had a panic attack after drinking (I always drink) which made it worse Sunday night. I still feel anxious. Just not a full blown panic attack. It’s making me mad because I havnt had a panic attack since I was 16 and i’m 22 now. So 6 years! It happened randomly when I went to go to bed. I closed my eyes and my heart starting racing and I felt dizzy. I could only think of panicking. I knew I was having a panic attack. I tried to breathe but I couldnt calm myself. I was in my bed tipsy and thinking about my own living room scared me. I went to the bathroom and threw up so much. I didnt wake my partner because if I even acknowledge to him that i’m having a panic attack it will be worse. I eventually fell asleep. I do have slight anxiety, but it was so under control I only had it when I went out in public sometimes, but it never was a problem in my life. After I got control of it. I havnt been on meds for about 3 years. Well after my panic attack I have constant anxiety. Even around my boyfriend and in my house. It sucks so bad. I don’t know why I feel like this. I just want it to go away. I think I’m having anxiety because i’m so scared it will happen again, but I always remind myself I will get through it if it happens again but still when it happens its hard not to think bad. Have any of you experienced this? I really dont want to get on medication again.

 

[janemariesayed]

You were afraid because you were not in control of your body after drinking. Now it has set off your anxiety again. Perhaps do some meditation or breathing exercises to calm your self down. Drinking chamomile tea is also good and relaxing.