Stress Center Peer Support

This is my first post here, so I will try and keep it brief. I have been suffering from panic disorder for about 10 years, and have developed pretty bad agoraphobia. I describe it as being a prisoner to my neighborhood. I do not really leave my neighborhood. I am on my 2nd day of session 2. I have to admit that I was sort of apprehensive at first, but this program has a way of making things make sense. It's really hard for me to go many places, and have been really nervous about the thought of even trying. I actually got really sick early this week, and last night had to go to see a doctor. I had to travel there, and I used the steps (as best I could) and it was SOOOOO much better than it has been in years!! I am still freaked out by the thought of going great distances still (as my house became my safe place), but last night was a great glimmer of hope. Just wanted to introduce myself, and would love to hear from those who suffer from agoraphobia.

Wow! That's great!

Welcome to the forum. The progress you will have will amaze you. This is a great program and site.

Hi Toriano75! I am so glad to hear of the progress you have made so quickly!! That is great!! I have been struggling with agoraphobia bad and I actually made a trip to Colorado from Indiana (hubby drove)!! But I did start having alot of anxiety while out there and not able to enjoy myself so we came home early. BUT I did make some progress as prior to that I wasn't comfortable leaving about a 4 mile radius around my house!! I can so relate to you but I am getting better and I know you will too. Hang in there!