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Re: IBS and Agoraphobia
12/06/04 02:52 AM

thepurplelollie

Reged: 11/11/04
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Loc: Wellington, New Zealand

I also have emetophobia (I know a couple of others do as well).
It can often produce thought patterns and behaviours very similar to agoraphobia, so I think I have an idea of what you're going through.
Have you looked into seeing a psychologist/psychiatrist/counsellor at all? When your life is restricted that much by fear it's worth trying out some options like cognitive-behavioural therapy. Antidepressants or anti-anxiety meds might help you bust out there as well.. but definitely accompany them with some counselling. Professional head-shrinkers can teach you how to cope, how to relax, and how to get out there past those fears.

I'm glad you posted though. The first step to feeling better is knowing you're not alone! And you're not!

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? for the purplelollie
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