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CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
Elliejane44
31-08-17, 17:17
Thanks will give it a try too
Thanks EllieJane
Let me know how you get on :-)
The site is just up so any feedback will help
I can vouch strongly for the effects it has had on my health anxiety.
This program has helped me understand what is happening with my anxiety and therefore less panic has happened.
Because I have had less panic, it seems my body and mind have slowly been recovering from all symptoms.
I'm excited about a full recovery, each day is a step through a tunnel, only been a couple weeks but I've made some solid strides.
Wouldn't it be good if people were unable to post anything on the HA forum for 24 hours but instead were able to access CBT4Panic to give it a trial with no other "distractions" in the form of tempting and unhelpful reassurance-seeking and symptom comparison...
Worth a try?
Hi Pulisa
An interesting idea - hopefully people will give it a try when they are ready to :-)
If everyone could just consider the possibility that they DO have health 'anxiety' NOT an actual health 'problem' and explore the 'process' of health 'anxiety' rather than focussing on the symptoms only
There are about 1000 people in the HA forum at any one time - at ANY time of the day or night
Possibly many of those people have been reassurance seeking or symptom checking for years!
Recovery begins with awareness - a kind of inner 'waking up' - then some sort of 'intention' to break the habitual patterns of dealing with the fear
This is where Mindfulness can be very helpful - and if you read the Mindfulness workbook on the cbt4panic website cbt4panic.org it will show you the correct way to practice Mindfulness if you have an anxiety disorder.
Since I had an anxiety disorder myself I know from experience what is helpful and what isn't when it comes to mindfulness
Anyway - it's an easy read - it's just an introduction and will give you the general idea of why it can be helpful.
Of course the most difficult thing is deciding to be ready and deciding to break the HA habit
I would urge members suffering with HA to read this.
BUMP.
Elliejane44
24-09-17, 10:29
Has anyone tried this program ? I struggling again with health anxiety . Since May this has been my hardest year yet as normally I only have one health anxiety then when I got reassurance it went for months and months .
Since May it been about 10 different things at least and each week there is something new .
Any feedback
I used parts of it with one on one therapy for some depression after my cancer. VERY GOOD STUFF!... And not just for anxiety issues. There are practical exercises and techniques that I use to this day for every day stressful situations.
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Kimberleaf
09-10-17, 08:00
I started it tonight and am hoping for the best. :)
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
Bump
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP - There's a reason I and others are bumping this. It's FREE help! We all can type till we're blue in the fingers but ultimately it's up to you!
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Bump: this really is an excellent resource for panic and anxiety. I'm having a little setback at the moment, and just reading through the website is giving me enormous comfort. I'm also gaining new understanding from reading the therapy scripts. I really do urge anyone suffering from any kind of anxiety to read it and give it a go. It's free!
Thanks for the bump. I'm having a crappy time at the moment so will have a look x
Bump! This is FREE folks! FREE! You come here asking for help and here it is! Take advantage of it and do something to help yourself :yesyes:
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Elliejane44
18-10-17, 19:57
I am going to start it properly next week . It so hard to convince your mind that your symptoms are anxiety not an serious life limiting illness . That is my main struggle and guess is main part of health anxiety .
I am doing cbt also but struggling to make progress .
Trying to keep this at the top of the page. It is such a good website. I'm having a little blip and re-reading and putting everything into practise again is so helpful. I'm finding that I understand more about panic and anxiety every time I read it. It's as Robin says, once you understand how anxiety and panic tricks you, it can no longer pull you so far back into the hole. Getting a hold on your anxiety and panic really does help you get your health anxiety into perspective. You have nothing to lose by trying it.
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
Quote the first post, Fish! Deary me :lac:
Quote the first post, Fish! Deary me :lac:
It's in my signature ;)
Positive thoughts
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
Don't be silly, Fish! You can't fit the above post in your signature. Web link is in your signature :lac:
BUMP!
Don't be silly, Fish! You can't fit the above post in your signature. Web link is in your signature :lac:
BUMP!
Ok... how's this... Click this link (http://cbt4panic.org) or the one in my signature. FREE help with your anxiety! ;)
Positive thoughts and BUMP!
Thought I would write regarding the CBT and my health anxiety. I have read the entire cbt4panic so today decided to give it a whirl and venture to a theme park. May as well think big I thought, so armed with my trusty props... I have a list as long as your arm of stuff I have to take, I went with the family to Chessington (they are also my safe people). Miss interpretation and catostrophy were in hot pursuit but somehow I managed to lose them in the crowd on quite a few occasions. The HA was ever present at the back of my mind (and in my bowel IBS) but I caught the thoughts and relaxed and concentrated on things going on outside my head rather than inside. Well I am still here to tell the tale and rather proud of my achievement, although I know I have a lot more work to do. I have a flight on Sunday.. yikes, can't take fluids either, so that is the top of prop list gone (water).
Thought I would write regarding the CBT and my health anxiety. I have read the entire cbt4panic so today decided to give it a whirl and venture to a theme park. May as well think big I thought, so armed with my trusty props... I have a list as long as your arm of stuff I have to take, I went with the family to Chessington (they are also my safe people). Miss interpretation and catostrophy were in hot pursuit but somehow I managed to lose them in the crowd on quite a few occasions. The HA was ever present at the back of my mind (and in my bowel IBS) but I caught the thoughts and relaxed and concentrated on things going on outside my head rather than inside. Well I am still here to tell the tale and rather proud of my achievement, although I know I have a lot more work to do. I have a flight on Sunday.. yikes, can't take fluids either, so that is the top of prop list gone (water).
:yesyes: May you have continued success and inspire others to take it upon themselves to work on their anxiety!
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Thought I would write regarding the CBT and my health anxiety. I have read the entire cbt4panic so today decided to give it a whirl and venture to a theme park. May as well think big I thought, so armed with my trusty props... I have a list as long as your arm of stuff I have to take, I went with the family to Chessington (they are also my safe people). Miss interpretation and catostrophy were in hot pursuit but somehow I managed to lose them in the crowd on quite a few occasions. The HA was ever present at the back of my mind (and in my bowel IBS) but I caught the thoughts and relaxed and concentrated on things going on outside my head rather than inside. Well I am still here to tell the tale and rather proud of my achievement, although I know I have a lot more work to do. I have a flight on Sunday.. yikes, can't take fluids either, so that is the top of prop list gone (water).
Excellent progress! Well done - so you should be proud.... Good to read something positive on here. And remember, we always have more work to do. Our lives change and so do we - we're not static beings.
Onwards and upwards!
Well done Hopeful1 :-)
Keep reading over the 3 main workbooks
Focus on the role safety behaviour plays in maintaining our anxiety and then in Workbook 3 you will learn how to gradually cut down in those safety behaviours
:-)
Thank you Robinhall I will do this, the flight is going to be the biggie.... and of course then I need to get back. Great workbooks.
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP
This is such a good website. So easy to read and put into practice, and it's free.
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP!
Positive thoughts
A testimonial from CBT4Panic user.
Three years ago, I was struck down with crippling anxiety together with associated agoraphobia and dreadful obsessive thoughts. I was frightened and bewildered as to what was happening to me. I Googled every aspect of anxiety and in desperation to get well, I invested into too many so-called "cures" and foolproof "methods" with irresistible positive claims. The money was irrelevant - I just wanted to get better, but over time and after having spent hundreds of £'s, it was obvious that NONE of these cures were working for me. I felt I had wasted so much money and time for nothing. I was at my wits end when I stumbled across Cbt4Panic and Robin Hall. I was sceptical with what he was offering. I had heard it all before and to no avail. Why would he be different? I was so disillusioned but nevertheless, I emailed him with my plight and instantly he responded so positively and as a kind gesture, offered me Cbt4Panic free of charge. Here was someone who had suffered anxiety himself and was not out to make money from a vulnerable, fellow sufferer. I was overwhelmed by his generosity, especially as I had lost so much money to others who were making money on the back of their own suffering.
I accepted his offer. He sent me the Cbt4Panic package and six months on, I cannot believe the wonderful difference it has made to my life. PLEASE, PLEASE try Cbt4Panic BEFORE you try anything else. Robin is now offering it to everyone for FREE. You have nothing to lose, but everything to gain. It is easy to follow. He explains/answers EVERY QUERY you will have had and it covers so much. Nothing is left unexplained and with it comes with videos of Robin talking you through each stage. It's so comforting, you feel he is there with you. All you need to get YOURSELF BETTER is within the whole Cbt4Panic Package. I urge you, if you are suffering like I was, invest in Cbt4Panic and I promise you, you will recover. I am no one special, I am just an ordinary person who suffered so chronically with unrelenting anxiety day after day after day but with the help and knowledge contained within Cbt4Panic, Robin has given my life back. This is not another one of those cliches, I wouldn't' be that cruel. I speak from the heart. PLEASE, TRY IT FIRST. PLEASE. Good luck.
I find it baffling that something that could really help you and is FREE seems to be basically ignored.
The best help is the help you give yourself! http://cbt4panic.org/
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Hi Fish
Thanks - don't worry I think it is just taking time for people to work through the pages on the site and in time there will maybe be more feedback. Currently around 80 people visit every day so that's not bad :-)
Bearandbean
09-11-17, 08:09
Hi Robin.
So great that you provide this info. I had a read through a couple of the workbooks last night and already this morning I can see a change in some of my thought patterns.
I get a 'whoosh' of anxiety in some situations or following some thoughts. I would not say I suffer from panic attacks as I don't have the myriad of instant scary symptoms, it's more that I feel anxious about something specific and then it can make me have an anxiety symptom (e.g feeling of shortness of breath) for a few days after. Do you think I should use the workbooks by relating the whoosh as a panic attack?
Thanks
Hi Bearandbean
I'm glad you found it helpful
It sounds like you are on the low end of the spectrum but since you are visiting an anxiety forum and reading cbt4panic these symptoms must cause you a certain degree of distress so going through the books will certainly be of help
Your 'whoosh' of anxiety would be the fight or flight symptoms rather than the panic attack
remember that 'panic' is not a 'thing' as such - it is a 'reaction' to the frightening sensations
A person will feel an anxiety symptom and if it frightens them they may go into 'panic'
Another person might feel the exact same sensation or symptom but they may understand it is JUST due to fight or flight and will pass if they wait a while so while they may find the experience disturbing and unpleasant they WON'T necessarily go into 'panic'
So when you go through the books - your 'whoosh' will be the initial surge of adrenaline (due to the fight or flight response which is triggered often for no obvious reason) and you could say your version of 'panic' is whatever level of distress you are feeling in response to the 'whoosh' which is sending more fear signals through the body activating more fight or flight and more symptoms
Since you aren't having extreme panic attacks - with the understanding you will gain from the workbooks - it won't be long before you can just let the whoosh be as it is without being too bothered by it - hence no added fear signals so the body won't respond with more fight or flight
Hope all that makes sense :-)
Bearandbean
09-11-17, 19:04
Thanks for taking the time to provide such a detailed response. It does make sense, thank you.
I would agree I have mild anxiety, but yes sometimes the fear it causes can take hold.
I've done a lot of work and put the time in to understand anxiety and manage it to make sure life feels good, I feel as though I'm so close to being able to feel the sensations/symptoms and say 'oh hi anxiety, you can't hurt me'.
Thanks for posting this. After a really bad day with my health anxiety triggering a panic attack, I'm using it right now. Really helpful.
BUMP!
Positive thoughts
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP!!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP
BUMP!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
It sounds like Mole Month,so I will bump this too.:D
MyNameIsTerry
04-12-17, 02:35
It sounds like Mole Month,so I will bump this too.:D
I quite like them, I think they are cute!!! :yesyes:
http://home.bt.com/images/how-to-tell-if-you-have-moles-in-the-garden-136415204971503901-170217161943.jpg
No Terry! they are bloody ugly and I thought the mole down the street was on the ugly side.:roflmao:
BUMP!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP
BUMP!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
ShaunRyder
15-01-18, 14:19
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP
BUMP!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
ShaunRyder
22-01-18, 15:39
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP!
BUMP!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
I can 100% vouch for this programme and Robin himself - such a selfless and amazing person. The course is truly helpful!
BUMP!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
I’ve found this one to be not only free, but more direct and to the point in helping with health anxiety. http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/infopax.cfm?Info_ID=53
It specifically helps target the various aspects of what create, maintain and reinforce perpetuating behaviors. There are many excellent sources for getting through panic attacks. First and foremost, as old as it is, it’s stood the test of time: Claire Weekes ‘Hope and Help For Your Nerves.’ Gem of a book (most of you know of it already) that is good for addressing panic and how to work through it, though it’s non specific and does not adress obsessions specifically.
Another great ‘reminder’ resource I go to often is this: https://www.dbtselfhelp.com/html/anxiety_management.html. In this link, if you read down the right hand column of the page, there’s great ‘quick reference’ advice for combatting the distortions and faulty thought processes that flows from anxiety disorders. I actually printed this out years ago, and keep a copy in my handbag for quick reference.
It’s a lifelong process!
I’ve found this one to be not only free, but more direct and to the point in helping with health anxiety. http://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/resources/infopax.cfm?Info_ID=53
It specifically helps target the various aspects of what create, maintain and reinforce perpetuating behaviors. There are many excellent sources for getting through panic attacks. First and foremost, as old as it is, it’s stood the test of time: Claire Weekes ‘Hope and Help For Your Nerves.’ Gem of a book (most of you know of it already) that is good for addressing panic and how to work through it, though it’s non specific and does not adress obsessions specifically.
Another great ‘reminder’ resource I go to often is this: https://www.dbtselfhelp.com/html/anxiety_management.html. In this link, if you read down the right hand column of the page, there’s great advice for combatting the distortions and faulty thought processes that flows from anxiety disorders. I actually printed this out years ago, and keep a copy in my handbag for quick reference.
It’s a lifelong process!
So you didn't find CBT4Panic helpful?
For panic attacks, yes. Health anxiety I believe needs a more targeted, and specific, approach. Mine had been so intractable that I needed one-on-one, in person therapy to really see some breakthroughs. Anxiety has so many sources. Mine was clearly OCD-based and for that reason, needed more intensive and tailored therapy. I think any free resource that can help an individual deal with panic (whatever the cause!) is fantastic, and should be a sticky at the top! Whatever works for each individual is all that matters! :)
Thanks for clarification. As you say, I commend and recommend any free resource, and I'm glad you found something that works for you specifically ;)
Thanks KK77, that’s what I hope for all of us - find something that resonates, that helps and that really works! :yesyes:
Hi Br350
I agree that CBT4Panic is best for Panic Disorder (or the panic attacks associated with HA)
That's why I also recommend that info pack on HA from the Australian site
HA really needs specific help and as you say - face to face therapy is best
BUMP!!
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
CBT4Panic which has been recommended on NMP for some time is now available 100% FREE - you can access it here
http://cbt4panic.org
Some people have been asking “WILL IT HELP WITH HEALTH ANXIETY?”
First of all the reason I called it CBT4Panic is because it is mostly aimed at Panic Disorder and Agoraphobia
I don’t claim it to be a cure for every mental health disorder like some so called ’methods’ do
But in saying that, it can be of great help to anyone with Health Anxiety (as many past members of NMP have attested to) because most anxiety disorders are variations on the same underlying process.
Firstly keep in mind that Health Anxiety is VERY treatable and CBT is very effective - so I would suggest that if you CAN go to face to face CBT then that’s the best thing to do
but reading through CBT4Panic will certainly help and definitely can’t do you any harm. It is very user friendly and illustrated throughout with cartoons - it won’t take long to read - its not a lot of heavy text.
The programme will explain about anxiety - why it arises - how it is maintained - the role of safety seeking behaviour and why gradual exposure is very necessary. It will also explain the CBT process.
You will also learn many great ways to cope with any form of anxiety
As you go through the workbooks you simply apply your own specific difficulties - for example when it mentions panic ‘attacks’ you can relate that to your extreme anxiety regarding health and illness
Overall it’s a place to start - you WILL definitely learn something
There is also a very easy to read introductory book on Mindfulness which is now being used very successfully to treat Health Anxiety
and most people with any anxiety disorder will get a lot of help from the Workbook on Obsessional & Frightening Thoughts
Can I urge you ALL - just at least check it out - give it a chance - it is FREE - what have you got to lose - it adheres strictly to CBT practices and principles that are recommended around the world
It’s great that sites like this can give you some reassurance regarding your fears but if you keep coming back time and time again looking for reassurance consider that its time to try something else
I’m sure many of you spend countless hours online researching your symptoms or seeking reassurance - why not spend just a few hours on something that might help with the REAL problem which is the Health Anxiety
I suffered from HA as well myself so I really DO understand what you are going through - I know it’s not easy but you have to start somewhere :-)
BUMP
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