I've done ERP as part of OCD and anxiety treatment. I'd definitely advise people to try it. It's not at all pleasant for obvious reasons but ultimately it will enrich your life. Thanks Teresa.
I always try to face my fears and not let the anxiety win. I am not always successful but try. I am a very nervous person but with the help of medication, I am able to get up in the morning. I could never have therapy though. This is really not for me. I know medication isn't the answer but it aids me. Four months ago, my anxiety and panic attacks were out of control but now with HRT, antidepressants and diazepam, I'm almost back to being me.
I have complex PTSD and have a fear of being harmed/kidnapped/trafficked/killed if I go out into the world...so, the way to fix this paranoia is to go out into the world anyways?
Thanks for your comment. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is one of the most researched and effective treatments for anxiety-related disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Phobias, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I would not attempt this on your own and only complete ERP with a qualified psychological therapist. Other treatment options are available for CPTSD such as EMDR. Wishing you all the best, Teresa
Yes - strangely enough. Focusing on your breathing can be a safety behaviour that primes your amigdyla that you’re in danger which releases cortisol that can heighten symptoms.
I've done ERP as part of OCD and anxiety treatment. I'd definitely advise people to try it. It's not at all pleasant for obvious reasons but ultimately it will enrich your life. Thanks Teresa.
Thanks for sharing Trevor. I agree it can be challenging. I’m so pleased to hear it enriched your life. Wishing you all the best, Teresa.
@@LewisPsychology same to you Tersea. Have a great week.
And this in a lifetime of accidents, traumas and learning safety behaviors from bad environments can be a challenge to rewire that amygdala.
Yes, it can certainly be a challenge but if you can stay with the process it can be helpful in the long term. Wishing you well, Teresa.
I always try to face my fears and not let the anxiety win. I am not always successful but try. I am a very nervous person but with the help of medication, I am able to get up in the morning. I could never have therapy though. This is really not for me. I know medication isn't the answer but it aids me. Four months ago, my anxiety and panic attacks were out of control but now with HRT, antidepressants and diazepam, I'm almost back to being me.
Thank you for sharing your story. Best wishes, Teresa.
I have complex PTSD and have a fear of being harmed/kidnapped/trafficked/killed if I go out into the world...so, the way to fix this paranoia is to go out into the world anyways?
Thanks for your comment. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is one of the most researched and effective treatments for anxiety-related disorders, including Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Anxiety Disorder, Panic Disorder, Phobias, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I would not attempt this on your own and only complete ERP with a qualified psychological therapist. Other treatment options are available for CPTSD such as EMDR. Wishing you all the best, Teresa
@@LewisPsychology thanks, I'll look it up and I'm without a therapist ATM.
Would breathing exercises during an exposure, to keep calm, be a safety behaviour?
As long as you’re moving towards. Best wishes. Teresa.
Yes - strangely enough. Focusing on your breathing can be a safety behaviour that primes your amigdyla that you’re in danger which releases cortisol that can heighten symptoms.