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Perhaps if your anxiety and panic attacks are not under control, you should try a different AD? It also sounds like you have depression issues that need to be addressed. Maybe one AD won't do it; I have a friend who actually needed a combination of two different ADs in order to find her balance. But I agree that therapy/counseling is a great way to go; that and the ADs together should help a lot.

I also think you need to have a heart to heart with your dad. Explain to him what you're going through. I remember someone posting a link to a brochure that you can print out and give to family members to help them understand what you're going through. Anyone know where that is?

I have also been there; several months ago I was so depressed and cried all the time. I missed quite a bit of work. But these message boards, the diet, and the ADs have really helped me turn things around. I also have a supportive husband. I think getting your dad to understand IBS is very important for you feeling better about yourself!

Good luck!

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Lisa, IBS-C (Vegan)
Stable since July 2007!
Mommy to Rhiannon Marie (Dec. 13, 2008)

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