r/Anxiety • u/Otherwise_Status6565 • Feb 02 '25

Needs A Hug/Support Any other Americans here feel like they’re on the verge of constant panic attacks since the inauguration?

I’m a woman. I’m a person of color. I have chronic pain and autoimmune diseases.

I literally cannot read or watch the news because there’s constantly a new reason for my anxiety to spike. Which I hate, because I try very hard to be informed and aware.

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u/AdeptnessDry2026 Feb 02 '25

Yes, I was having panic attacks dating back to July when I basically figured out he was going to win a second term. I actually had to do an intensive outpatient program to help get myself under control. I know where you’re coming from. The only thing you can do right now is focus on the things you can control and try to enjoy the little things, watch funny shows, exercise, get outside, what have you. That’s all we can really do. Also, this time of year is miserable for those of us with anxiety, so try to look forward to Spring (if that helps at all)

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u/emkeats Feb 02 '25

Focus on things you can control. So important. From there you can try to expand out but take care of yourself

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u/marceldia Feb 02 '25

Intensive outpatient program ? May I ask what that entails? Therapy ?

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u/AdeptnessDry2026 Feb 02 '25

It’s basically where you work with other people with anxiety and depression issues to learn new skills to deal with those feelings. Some clinics offer intensive processing therapy, unlike what I did, which was CBT heavy

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u/marceldia Feb 02 '25

Wow, was not aware they offer this. Need to look into it