After experincng panic atacks im left emotionaly numb and dumb too, very poor memory, why? and what should?
Answer:
your mind could well go into a kind of shock stage. the best person to answer this would be a doctor I wish you look
First of all, have you checked your thyroid function?
I will share with you what I have done to improve the energy level, mood and memory. Because I have sluggish thyroid I am taking a little amount of Rx medication, helped some with the energy . However, taking StressCare/Geriforte for a mood and Bacopa an herb for a memory have made a great difference. I feel like myself again. I meditate regularly and do brisk walking 5-7 times a week. I follow healthy diet to the best of my abilities.
I am writing this under the assumption that your panic attacks have been medically and/or psychologically verified. If not, it would be good to seek either and probably both kinds of help. Panic attacks can be treated with medication as well as counseling. However, your account raises some red flags.
The symptoms you are describing - not enjoying what you used to enjoy, no energy, and either concentration or memory difficulties point towards some form of depression. There are some other symptoms you don't mention that would be needed to make a firm diagnosis, but from what you are saying, I think it would be good for you to see a doctor.
Many people with anxiety disorders also have some form of depression - usually major depression. "Sometimes" the same medication can be used to treat both at the same time. But that has to be as per a doctor's assessment.
There are self-help groups for people with depression and anxiety disorders. Your local mental health clinic should have some of that information, perhaps it is even mentioned in your newspaper. There might even be phone numbers listed for them. There is a website called NIMH I believe (National Institute of Mental Health) that would have some information for you. Do a web search on anxiety and depression. However I realize that given your energy level and problems with memory that it might not be as helpful now, but at least you will be able to refer back at times when you do have more energy and in the amount of time that you can stand.
I would encourage you to walk outside and get plenty of sunlight, that seems to help. After a panic attack do some slow - deep breathing to relax yourself. But definately, given what you report, I would encourage you to see a doctor. If you are not happy with the one you see, request a referral to another one. If cost is a factor, see if you can see someone at the local mental health clinic. Take care.
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