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by ERIN CAN
Mon Mar 23, 2009 9:57 am
Forum: Triumphs
Topic: One more step forward!!
Replies: 13
Views: 6608

I can't imagine having gone thru being housebound all those years.....I am extremely proud of you....that is a HUGE milestone in your journey. May we all find our own accomplishments as important as you have,
Hugs, Erin
by ERIN CAN
Wed Mar 04, 2009 4:20 am
Forum: General Comments/Inquiries about
Topic: stumbling
Replies: 7
Views: 2004

I am now on week 7, and have had such a range of emotions week by week in facing my obstacles. My husband has hit the wall with me...I have been battling anxiety for over a year now. I have tried conquering this thu drs, meds, and now this program. Day by day I do feel and see small improvements, an...
by ERIN CAN
Fri Feb 06, 2009 10:16 am
Forum: General Comments/Inquiries about
Topic: morning scare
Replies: 2
Views: 1171

My biggest challenge since I have been diagnosed a little over a year ago having anxiety disorder, is my mornings. As soon as I wake, whether by alarm or not, I am in a terrified state. I am trying all my tools... relaxation, meditation, self talk, however, I am having a difficult time overcoming th...
by ERIN CAN
Tue Jan 27, 2009 5:42 am
Forum: Prescription Medication Discussion
Topic: "You'll always have to take meds."
Replies: 103
Views: 77821

Hi missgsr...if you are considering going on Effexor, and it is strictly because of your anxiety, I have to tell ya that I had a nightmare of an experience last winter with this med. After being on a relatively small dose for 2 weeks, I began to fall into a horrible depression. I had never felt true...
by ERIN CAN
Thu Jan 06, 2005 7:20 am
Forum: General Comments/Inquiries about
Topic: Lorazepam addiction
Replies: 47
Views: 16407

ss11, You can sustain recovery by working cognitive-behavioral therapy and make it part of your daily living !! The skills taught in this program work and remember to use them , especially at the first sign of your old symptoms. When you become really good at the skills, they will kick in automatica...