Hi everyone!

[christina01]

Hi, I'm Christina and I've been suffering from anxiety and panic attacks for about 7 years now and it's starting to get much worse as the years go on. The pressure of school, mostly the social aspect and the workload, are really getting to me and I've tried a lot of coping techniques but none have worked that well for me. My symptoms are starting to get worse, I feel lightheaded and shaky most of the time I'm at school and it's difficult for me to concentrate and each day is a struggle for me. I just wanted to meet some people here that can relate and possibly help me out. Thanks :)

[AceParadox]

Hi Christina,

Welcome to the forums! 7 years? Wow, you're a battle-hardened verteran, huh? I can tell you that you've made a good choice coming here, this forum helped end my battle with anxiety, and I'm sure it'll help you too. Have you seen the general discussion forum stickies yet? They offer a lot of amazing tips that you'll find interesting and maybe even really helpful.

I usually just tell people to stay strong, but it seems you're already really strong. Anxiety is just hitting you when you're weakest. I'd suggest maybe getting a worry stone to carry with you to classes (they helped me), whenever you get anxious, you just rub the stone - It can help.

[jessed03]

Hey Christina,

Welcome to the forum!