Hello fro USA

[Cen1]

Hello all, I have generalized anxiety disorder and panic disorder, much better today than when I was younger. I do take both Clonazepam and Alprazolam, (Klonopin and Xanax) daily and have so for over 20 years. It remains effective for daily anxieties but I will be flying later in July and will have to take an escalated dose. I'm a nurse practitioner and I prescribe these medications so I'm aware of the risks and dangers. I will need these meds to fly, as simply as that. I've been going to counseling 2x weekly for the last 3 months and have done ok, I'm looking for other modalities for panic disorder, something to do on the plane; ie tapping: some kind of meditation, some kind of special music or something to listen to. All advice is welcome, and I'd be happy to give an off the record medical opinion to others, thanks all

[ray52]

Hi and :welcome: to the forum I know what you mean about flying I have to take low dose diazepam to get me through one.

[caroline-j]

Hi Cen1, welcome to NMP. Where are you flying to in July? x

[Cen1]

To Mrytle Beach Caroline, it's only an hour flight

[MRS STRESS ED]

Hello Cen you be up and down before you no its took off lol welcome to the site xx

[Cen1]

I hope, LOL, I know how irrational it is but I've had anxiety for 35 years, hard to get over!

[MRS STRESS ED]

I hope, LOL, I know how irrational it is but I've had anxiety for 35 years, hard to get over!

I know love its not irrational its anxiety hope you have a good flight sending you positive vibes all the way to USA xx:D

[aprilmoon]

Hi Cen
Welcome to NMP! :)

[Cen1]

Thank u April

[aprilmoon]

Out of interest,what is it about flying that bothers you?:ohmy:):)

[Cen1]

I've never flown, but I think it's a combination of heights, somewhat small space, inability to " pull over" lol. And foremost, there's no place to escape in a plane that's private. I know I can go to the bathroom, but I mean for an extended period. I'd love a plane with rooms! Lol

[aprilmoon]

You may find that you love it! :yahoo: