Does anyone have anxiety so bad that they can't leave their house?

I feel your pain. Been goin thru this since high school. Was put on every SSRI antidepressant that are supposed to help with the anxiety but all did absolutely nothing. My Dr. suggested Remeron, an older type tetracyclic that was reformulated in 1996. He also put me on Klonopin 1mg 2xdaily. Instantly felt the anxiety dissappear and the remeron kicked in about 2-3 weeks later which finally elated my mood and helped me sleep, which is so important with anxiety. I wish you gave more details about if youre currently on anything etc. Refine your question and I hope I can help more. I wish you the best as there is nothing worse than the internal feeling of impending doom all the time. Good Luck!

Hi kaylyn, listen i have just been prescribed Avinza for severe panic attacks depression and insomnia as i also had trouble leaving my house. I have not yet taken it but i have read some really positive and helpful comments in relation to this drug. Most people say it was a wonder drug as it helped with all three and with few side effects excellent for sleeping as well as anxiety the only adverse comment was weight gain but u just need self control for this.. easier said than to put the donut down !! maybe u should check this out.
Skins1970

Bless you you may have agrophobia,
could a friend drive you a little ? do it step by step ?
its a beautiful world out there persist and you will succeed x

i know how you feel i haven't left my house in 3 months but i have a appointment with a doctor about it and i'm going to see what they say, i am so scared to leave my house i went through are really bad brake up and ever since then iv'e had anxiety about leaving my house! it's honesty the worst feeling ever if they give me any tips on how to help i will let you know :) i try to take walks a little ways at a time it seems to help and listen to music and have a cold drink (green tea) by you that's my best advice ! :) your not alone in this ! and make sure to talk to your friends and family you need support, if you haven't already :)

Hi kaylyn I have anxiety depression and oMission disorder along with PERICARDITIS. I feel just like you I been stuck in my house almost 2 months now and its really depressing. I feel like its taking over my life I take 40 mg of paxil Nd I also have klonopin .0.5 mg bug I only take that if I'm having an attack. I only go outside ic I have to like to doctors pharmacy or.to see my therapist. Bug sometimes I force myself outside even though I still get the panic attacks I'm proud of myself because I tried. Take a friend or family member with you walk for 5 mins or just sit then next time do it for 10 mins. Plz let me know ic I helped you in anyway good luck kaylyn.

Yes at times I do. I work through it though. I'm a strong willed woman who doesn't let anything keep me down. I just tell myself it is the anxiety talking and it's not going to harm me and I get up and make myself leave my house. DO NOT LET THE ANXIETY WIN!!! We as a person are stronger than that!!!

Yes. But I also have clinical depression, and that also stops me from going outside. I was on xanax for 5 years and when I started taking it, it worked so well. It was the perfect medication for me. But after 5 years it just did not work anymore because my tolerance level was off the map !!! Now, doctors are not prescribing it as much. But if your panic is that severe, xanax would work for you. The fact that you said you have not left your house for 9 months indicates you are most likely agorophobic. You need to talk to a doctor ASAP!!!

Right there with you... I have not been out of my house more than 12 times since March. Mine has a lot to do with pain and having gained a lot of weight. I live on a lake and can't even drag myself out. It really sucks. Like you its driving me nuts... all I want to do is jump up and live again but it never happens. My husband has been getting groceries and does any shopping that may arise. This is no way to live, this is not a life and as I sit here,my plans are to dress and make myself go run to errands. Between my problem with chronic pain and depression, its really taken a toll on my relationships including my husband. He's the best but even the best get tired. I wish I could give you some advice but I'm completely lost.

if you havent left in 9months, what do you do for food, pay bills, get your meds and friends? to me it seems you need to see a specialist in this field cause thats not normal. i use to feel the same way because i wasnt happy with my teeth problems, thats all in the past now. you ask me you need a real good dr!

I used to feel that way too. There were days that my spirit & mind were so troubled that I didn't want to face the world & I had thoughts of committing suicide because I thought my life was without purpose & I thought that all the misery I was going through would never end. I just want you to know that there is no easy answer for depression or anxiety & that I am praying for you & wishing blessings of hope, joy & peace on your life. I & many others on www.drugs.com are here for you & I hope that your friends & family will also be supportive to you in your time of need. You are loved, xoxo

Hey kaylyn,

You may not believe this, but I am just like your. I havdn't been out of my house in 6 years, escept to do to the hospital, then I take amatryptolyin (sorry about the spelling). I did drive to the Wal-Mart by myself parked in the lot then drove back. And I also drove around with my husband. Try little steps, like going out and starting the car, then drive around the block. Not all in the sameday but see if it helps. By ALL means after you take each step pat your self on the back, 'cause your one step closer to getting oul, it may not cure your phobia (it hasn't me) but I get out more than 6 years ago. Good luck and my wishes are with you.
Peggy Lee

I think u should take zanx that will help but u shouldn't drvie but promise u start zanx and it'll make ur life better try it tell me how u like it pls don't od thou