want to put an end to my fear of rabies

[Hajira345]

Since late jan this year I have been having on and off fear of having rabies. I have gotten vaccinated twice between these months and my mind still won’t stop making up scenarios about me catching the disease to a point I can’t function properly. I don’t know how to stop it. The psych I go to has given me some meds but they haven’t worked unfortunately and there is nothing more that can be done medically. She says I have to face this now and idk how and what to do. This disease just makes me go nuts. The worst thing is being a medical student I have to face it anyway. I am exhausted. Has anyone experienced this before?

 

[E.B]

I haven't been vaccinated but have dealt with constant scenarios... unfortunately their hasn't been a button to push to make it all go away. It is just a season and you have to go through it. I have found for me personally staying busy helps with my anxiety...

 

[MATD]

The scenario you describe is no different than many on here who believe they have other diseases. It’s health anxiety, nothing more. You p doc is right, it is something you have to face. If you believe in medical knowledge , research Dr Claire Weekes who developed the acceptance method for overcoming anxiety, any kind of anxiety since the basic rudiments are what causes it all. The method is simple acceptance of your symptoms without fighting them. It takes time, patience and perseverance but recovery is highly possible. Dr Weekes has several books available too as well as video on YouTube.