can't relax... - Panic Disorders Message Board

Doug1984 · 09-11-2003, 11:13 AM

For some reason I cannot relax. I'm taking 25mg Paxil CR and .5mg Ativan 3-4x day. I have no clue as to why I cannot relax. Last night, I was afraid to fall asleep for fear of not waking up. This sucks so much!! At times, I wonder why I am feeling sorry for myself when there are people with terminal diseases.

fm5 · 09-11-2003, 11:26 AM

Panic disorder in itself is not a "relaxing illness". Panic attackers just tend to be on edge most of the time.

Last night, I was afraid to fall asleep for fear of not waking up.
You will wake up! You woke up this morning didn't you!

Check out the paxil with your psych. Sometimes it can produce a little "speediness" in some people.

Also, stay away from anything caffeinated or sugary things.

Doug1984 · 09-11-2003, 11:30 AM

fm5,

Thank you.

tracey2775 · 09-11-2003, 03:38 PM

when im having a panic attack i usually go to bed to try and relax but as soon as i feel myself dropping off to sleep, i wake with a jolt because im scared of not waking up as well. so your not alone in feeling this way. and as for not relaxing, i sent a post in a few weeks ago saying about how i cant relax and i have to keep shaking my foot or playing with my hands or doing something!

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cattys · 09-11-2003, 05:15 PM

When I feel a attack coming on I start to pace. I just don't know where to go or what to do. I feel so nervous ans anxoius. The feeling is awfull.