How do I prevent an anxiety attack in a specific situation that is likely to trigger one? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 9, 2009 - 18 answers

TherapyFilter: Asking for a friend of a friend—can anyone recommend a competent therapist accessible to someone living in Richmond, Virginia... especially someone especially good at handling issues of anxiety and panic? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 26, 2009 - 1 answer

Professional with social phobia [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 17, 2009 - 12 answers

I had a potentially damaging lapse of ability at work today and need some advice on how to keep it from happening ever again. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 19, 2009 - 21 answers

Is there any further action I can take to recoup the financial loss and and deal with the emotional frustration resulting from my university's swine-flu-panic decision to cancel a much-anticipated field research opportunity? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 10, 2009 - 6 answers

How can I overcome my intense irrational jealousy and anxiety? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 18, 2009 - 19 answers

How do you stop worrying so you can work? When you start to freak out with worry, how do you stop? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 19, 2009 - 19 answers

How do I deal with urine-related anxiety? It's intruding more and more in my life and I don't know what I can do to fix it. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 9, 2008 - 26 answers

I have a friend who suffers from anxiety and panic disorder. She currently sees a therapist, but is interested in a more structured approach. Does anyone have a recommendation for a female therapist in Austin, TX who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy? I would also be interested in getting recommendations for brief inpatient programs.
posted by anonymous on Oct 28, 2008 - 3 answers

Where to put what's coming to me? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 22, 2008 - 11 answers

Highway driving wigs me out and it has gotten worse. Very different from local driving -- streets, secondary roads, etc. -- which are fine. What is going on? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 31, 2008 - 20 answers

I've been putting off this post for fear of not getting everything across, I almost completely lack confidence and a sense of identity. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Apr 30, 2008 - 20 answers

Panic attacks while driving on the freeway- Life is pretty good, never had an accident, I even *like* driving for the most part. What's the deal? I wanna fight back but is medicine my only recourse? I live in So Cal and I'm not going to be a damn hermit. I have to get over this. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 7, 2007 - 12 answers

Help me find a good, Seattle area, therapist for dealing with anxiety disorders and panic attacks. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 14, 2007 - 3 answers

The short version of my question: I am underpaid and need to make what I'm worth but I am also incredibly insecure and the thought of applying for another job sends me into panic and depression. Even when asked by, for example, the VP of the online division of a national newspaper I find myself unable to write a resume and offer it up (true story). Is it possible to convince my current employers to pay me what I'm worth? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 26, 2007 - 23 answers

I can't stop thinking about death. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 25, 2007 - 24 answers

I got dumped with a project where I am out of my depth and area of expertise, and it won't go away. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Oct 12, 2006 - 19 answers

Could a moderate diet and a lot of stress account for my missed period? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 20, 2006 - 17 answers

My 13 yo daughter has been having panic attacks. If you've dealt with this, can you please share your experiences/advice? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jan 4, 2006 - 29 answers

I am seeking emotional tips to handle dreading the recurrence of a somewhat traumatic event, when it is relatively impossible to predict whether or not said event will actually reoccur. Details inside. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 16, 2005 - 14 answers