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
November 19, 2001
Laura, 35
From: Fort Worth, Texas
Email: [email protected]
Comments: I have had PD/Agorophobia since I was 22. I am on medication, but recently have gone through a lot of life changes. To begin, I ended a relationship of over a year, moved back with my parents, started a new job, turned 35 this month, and went through the 2nd anniversary of my best friends death all in about a two month period.
My panic disorder has really acted up during these last two months. I go to work everday, which being at work is not bad, it's the drive there that tends to be a problem. Driving in general has once again become a problem. I dont know anyone who suffers from this, and would love to talk to other people who deal with this on a daily basis.
Like I said I'm 35, been divorced for 7 years, and I have no children. I feel right now that my life is on hold. I can't date because I don't feel that any man can understand this disorder, so I choose now not to even try to meet new people.
Thanks for your help!!!!!
From: England
Email:[email protected]
Hobbies: Baking, reading and using my computer..
Comments: Hello, I am married with 3 children 17,14 & 13yrs. I have suffered with panic attacks and agrophobia for 12 years now. I have been completley house bound for the last two years.
I would like to hear from people with simular problems to me. so that we can support each other. i will answer all e mails. Hope to hear from you soon. Julie.
Deb, 36
From: Pennsylvania, USA
Email:[email protected]
Hobbies: I am a married Mom who writes music to heal myself and others.
Comments: I've had anxiety disorder for 22 years but recently started Paxil when life threw me a few curve balls. I am very positive despite my frequent internal struggles for a feeling of security and peace, and believe that no one suffers in vain.
I hope to connect with others like myself for support and would love to be of help to others as well. I know no matter what - every day is a gift. Peace to all of you.
Email: [email protected]
Comments: I am a 36yr old mother of three children ages:6,10 and 11. I was diagnosed with Panic Disorder in 1992. I am presently seeing a Psychiatrist whom I have great respect for . He has gotten me through some rough times from the very beginning.
I am on medication but I feel It is of no use now. I am slowly weaning of of it. I used to go to support groups when it was real bad . Now I just use alot of self talk and read books about it. I am under a fair amount of control with the disorder but I still have my bad moments. I would like to talk to people with similar problems or just someone to get and give moral support! Thanks
KIMBER, 37, Female
From: Florida, USA
Email: [email protected]
Hobbies: My Golden Retriever, music (pop, contemporary, christian), fishing, walking
Comments: Have had PD/GAD for approximately 8 years but have always been the nervous type.
From: PA.
Email: [email protected]
Interests: I love taking care of my family and doing crafty things...anything to keep me occupied since this kind of life is very lonely.
Comments: I have 3 children,13,11 and 7. I have suffered from some degree of agoraphobia since I was 18 and severe shyness since way before that.Right now my son is suffering from it too which led me to this site.
I have a wonderful husband I have been with for 20 years. Thank God for him.Anyway, never before have I read so many similar things that other people have. It could be me. It is incredible.I only wish that this was available to me during my deepest, darkest moments. I hope they're gone forever. I would love to correspond with someone in my situation.
Spencer, 37, Female
From: Rockville, Maryland
Email: [email protected]
Hobbies: Music, the beach, reading and surfing the net for
support and info on panic and agoraphobia!
Comments: Hoping to make connections with other sufferers of panic and agoraphobia. I have had this for 20 years and the more connections and support the better for everyone!!!
From: Michigan, USA
Email: [email protected]
Hobbies: I like everything...most of all finding something each day to make me happy.
Comments: I have had agoraphobia for 10 years. I have much understanding on this condition...just can't seem to push myself to face the fear. I am a very up and positive person. I know it is my own thoughts that scare me.
I wish it was just something I was afraid of, but when it is your own thoughts, this is hard to just put out of your mind. I know I will overcome this and then I want to devote much of my time letting others know how much I believe in them. I will answer all email. I believe in honesty, trust and faith.
From: Clawson, Michigan, USA
Email: [email protected]
Web Site: Scentuoils Aromatherapy
Web Site: Essential Chat
Hobbies: Reading, art (especially painting murals), sewing, gardening, aromatherapy, knowledge, herbs, homeopathy, crafts (creating anything), comedy movies.
Comments: Believe in you :) humor heals, wanting to get well is the first big step. I have had PD for 18 years, still learn from life everyday, and always try to better myself. I am an aromatherapist who loves making oils to help. What you put into life, you will get back out, never quit. Be who you are, friends are chosen, family...love life...
From: Pennsylvania, USA
Email: [email protected]
Hobbies: I enjoy gardening, reading, and surfing the net for all the help I can get with this disorder.
From: South Carolina, USA
Email: [email protected]
Hobbies: I enjoy gardening, fishing, animals, and helping my father restore old cars.
Comments: I have agoraphobia and panic attacks. Would enjoy anyone to share our problems with. This is a very lonely condition.
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