Gag reflex when anxious

[braginskaya]

Whenever I get really anxious, my throat gets really dry and tight and I sometimes end up gagging, especially when I'm trying to swallow. Does anyone know how to get rid of this? I already feel bad enough mentally without also feeling physically sick and not being able to eat much.

[AntsyVee]

Very, very, very common anxiety symptoms.

What are you doing to lesson your anxiety?

[braginskaya]

Honestly, I've mostly been trying to combat it with positive thoughts... I know I should get some sort of treatment but waiting lists for CBT are so long and my hypochondria makes me worried about the side effects of medication.

[AntsyVee]

Well, I take meds and go to therapy as needed now. I can't vouch for them enough.