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AIBU for feeling stupid because I had a panic attack in the supermarket.

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Shootfirstaskquestionslater · 20/01/2018 23:04

Sorry in advance if this is a long one. So as not to drip feed I have really bad anxiety and I can't get out on my own. Today my boyfriend took me food shopping and he took me to a shop that I've never been to before I was completely out of my comfort zone the shop was packed and I had a panic attack my boyfriend managed to calm me down enough for me to just about complete my shopping without breaking down and abondonning it but I feel so stupid for having a panic attack over a shopping trip I feel like I will never be able to live a normal life and do things on my own.

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seasidelife · 21/01/2018 08:02

Cbt was life changing for me, if the pills aren't doing anything to help maybe you can ask your gp if you can try a different one, there are lots of options and it can take a while to find the best ones for you.
You definitely aren't alone, we'll always be here!!

LyraPotter · 21/01/2018 09:00

Honey you suffer from anxiety which is an illness. You aren't stupid, and you don't need to have a 'good reaso for having a panic attack any more than you need a good reason to throw up when you're ill. Panic attacks are a symptom of your illness.

It sounds like you did really well and were able to complete your shopping, and I think you should be proud of that. I'm sure you're already getting help for your anxiety (although if not I would encourage you because there are lots of options). Sending you a big hug, panic attacks are horrible and you need to be gentle with yourself for a while x

Shootfirstaskquestionslater · 22/01/2018 17:52

Thank you everyone for your kind words it's helped to make me feel a little less stupid over it all I just had a bad day it happens.

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