I’ve suffered from panic attacks since I was 18. I had a huge panic attack after smoking weed and I just couldn’t shake the anxiety after that. I suffered from derealization and had periods of extreme agoraphobia. I’d try to “suck it up” most times. I tried therapy. I tried different medications but the awful side effects made me stop before they could work. I’m on week 6 of Paxil. I went to the grocery store several times this week. I went shopping. I drove. I didn’t have to take my Ativan. I cannot believe how good I feel! My brain isn’t immersed in panicky thoughts anymore, it’s so crazy!

I finally feel like I see a light at the end of the tunnel!! I just wanted to post this so hopefully it will let someone else who may feel hopeless - things CAN get better!!