I have found that friends who live a thousand miles away,
Have added color to my life in written words they say.
They always show more interest, than friends along the street,
Who do not know my thoughts at all, though many times we meet.
I would not trade this priceless gift, for anything on earth,
Because through correspondence,
I have found what friends are worth.
...Author unknown
Sarah-Jane, 23
Email: [email protected]
Comments: I am married with a one-year old child. I've been suffering with anxiety and panic for two years. My biggest problem is hypochondria.
I would love to talk to others who are "health obsessed" and offer my own experiences as well as caring support.
Kristi, 23,
Email: [email protected]
Comments: : I have been dealing with complicated migraine headaches and panic attacks for the past six years. I have been in the hospital twice for testing and the doctors have been unclear what was wrong with me.
Just last week I was driving on my way to work stuck in traffic and I had one of my spells. Only this time it gave me a rude awakening. I was on the middle of six lanes of traffic and I could not get over. At that time I knew that I needed help.
I could really use a pen pal who can relate to what I am going through. Please E-Mail if you can.
Cheryl,25
From: Kent, England
Email: [email protected]
Hobbies: Reading, cross stitching, cooking,keeping fit, writing poetry and short stories.
Comments:
I've been agoraphobic on and off for seven years and it's just now
that I feel I'm starting to make progress after being housebound for two
years. I'd like to find a penpal who is as optimistic about all this as I
am. I think it's important to think that way..
Email: [email protected]
Hobbies: Reading and doing puzzles !
Comments: I have a 7 yr. old daughter a 2 year old son and a 12 week old daughter, I have suffered from PD for over 4 years now ! Needing some support and friends to talk to !
I am married to a wonderful man in the navy ! I also suffer from depression. Currently taking Celexa and Ativan !! Thanks ! I will answer all e-mail ! Jenn
April 3, 2001
Roland,26
From: McLean, VA.
Email: [email protected]
Interests:All sorts of sports, computers.
Comments: I have had Social Phobia for 9 years now and would enjoy talking with others my age who have been through similar situations. I have also battled depression along with the anxiety.
From: Ireland
Email: [email protected]
Hobbies:Movies, reading, walking, cooking, crafts.
Comments: I have suffered from PAD for the last two years.
I'd like to correspond with anyone going through the same thing, someone whom I can share support and encouragement with.
I'm a good listener and am determined to beat this thing...so if you feel likewise, let's draw up some plans.
Andrew James McCormack, 27,
From: Scotland
Email: [email protected]
Hobbies: ,My hobbies include playing and watching soccer, going to see live music shows and concerts, I also have a thing for Trivia quiz'es, also I like to spend many hours on the web feeding my brain with more useless information!!
Comments: I have suffered with Panic Attacks for about 6 years, I still manage to hold down a job despite my attacks, I work as a Computer Operator. I am single and have 3 pets, a Dog called Floyd, a cat called Fluff and a bird called Sparky
April 29, 2002
Diana, 28
Email: [email protected]
Comments: Greetings, My name is Diana and I suffer from Agoraphobia. I am now 28 and I have been dealing with this for 12 years. It started as a panic attack and slowly over the first few years developed into full blown housebound agoraphobia.
Medication did not work for me for a few reasons. One I am/was and always will be leery of the side effects that these types of medications produce. And two, I wanted to remain me, no matter how neurotic I am. I didn't like the idea of walking around sedated or happy all of the time, that is just not normal. That left me with only one option, facing this, working through it and for the most part doing it alone.
In the beginning I had no idea what it was, nor did anyone else around me. So I researched and read and talked and found out everything I could. Through small steps I was able to begin to reclaim my life and sending this fear and anxiety back to the hell pit it was spawned from. Twelve years and many tears and set backs later I am functioning. Not all days are good and I still have panic attacks, but now having not just taken pills I have learned the coping skills to stifle most of my irrational thoughts.
In my quest for answers I have become a student of psychology and within the year I will have my diploma. Behavior/Cognitive therapy is my study and it is the answer. Who better to help us than one of us? Someone who doesn't have to pull out a text book for each symptom we tell them.
With that said, I want you to know that I am here for you in anyway you have need of me; a friend, someone who understands, and yes even someone who can help. Best wishes for better days.
From: NY.
Email: [email protected]
Interests: Nascar racing,ceramics,reading,dancing,and being with my family.
Comments: : I am married with a 6yr.old little girl. I have had panic attacks and anxiety since I was a little girl, but just this year realized what everything was...and I might add it has been a very rough year.
I was having panic attacks all day long, major anxiety and developed phobias, but with alot of hard work and practice I have come a long way. I would love to hear from anyone who likes to chat...
Anthony, 28
From: Melbourne, Australia
Email: [email protected]
Interests: My hobbies are cooking, sport, reading.
Comments: I have had panic anxiety disorder for about 12 years and I would love to hear from anyone out there who would like a pal. With this condition you find it hard to form relationships. I'd love to talk to you!
Rebecca M, 29
Email: [email protected]
Comments:
I HAVE HAD PANIC/ANXIETY DISORDER AND OCD AND PTSD AND AGORAPHOBIA SINCE I WAS A CHILD. THINGS HAVE CHANGED OVER THE YEARS. SOMETIMES ONE THING TAKES MORE CONTROL THAN THE OTHER.
I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE PEN-PALS OF ANY AGE WHO HAVE ANY OF THE CONDITIONS THAT I MENTIONED ABOVE. I AM STUCK IN MY HOUSE NOW AND DESPERATE FOR HELP. I HAVE SEEN MANY DR'S OVER THE YEARS. MENTAL AS WELL AS PHYSICAL ONES. BUT NOTHING HAS HELPED.
I HAVE A FAMILY NOW. A FIVE YEAR OLD DAUGHTER AND A HUSBAND AND I AM RUINING THEIR LIVES AS WELL AS MINE.
ANY FRIENDS OR ADVICE WOULD BE WONDERFUL. I WISH YOU ALL, ALL THE BEST AND
HOPE WE ARE GET HEALED.THANK YOU ALL!
Naiomi,29
From: England
Email: [email protected]
Comments: I have a tendancy to jump in and try every herbal remedy, go running,yoga and convince myself that I conquered it yet again only for it to raise its head in anther guise. This time I went on the internet...
I'm 29 years old (two cats and a very tall boyfriend) and I'd say I've been having panic attacks/anxiety since I was 13 yrs so I think I'm pretty clued up on what happens but lousy when it comes to doing something about it! I can help others until the cows come home but neglect myself.
I'm not too keen on verbalising my problem to friends since they wouldn't understand plus I wouldn't like to depend on them too much because they have they're own hassles. Self help groups aren't for me because I can't help sometimes seeing the funny side of the situation and couldn't take it seriously....so the reason why I've contacted you is do you know of anyone who would like to be some kind of penpal-ish via e:mail.
Writing isn't a particular forte of mine but I find that when I'm in crisis mode (like now) I find it very relaxing and also a positive action in defence of my fright/flight thingy. Well I'm a hiker, outdoors kind of girl who wouldn't think twice about choosing horseriding over going to the pub).
Anyway, if you could help I'd be really grateful. Kind Regards
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