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Fear of motion restriction, closed areas and planes

Depression & Anxiety | Last Active: Jun 23 8:51am | Replies (20)
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@lizziel1

I have the exact same problem. I panic if I know I can’t leave a place or situation. i.e. a MRI, plane, dentist chair, elevator, jail cell, etc. I used to get panic attacks if I was stuck at a red light! It’s very debilitating.
I have PTSD from childhood abuse. I think these fears stem from a felling of not being in control.

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patient2024 | @patient2024 | May 12 1:28pm

I wish I could stop this panic from building up inside me. I lose control when it happens and my heart rate could go up to 150.

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thisismarilynb | @thisismarilynb | Jun 23 8:51am

I find your post extremely interesting. I also have a diagnosis of extreme PTSD due to childhood abuse. I have mild claustrophobia. I have learned some techniques to help me. If I have to fly, I book an aisle seat. Being able to be "free" on one side and being able to look down the aisle helps. I have to drive a van so I don't feel so restricted inside a car. If someone else is driving me, they are helpful in allowing me to sit in the front.

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