Posted by Elle2021 on February 7, 2004, at 19:51:07
In reply to Re: Gardener Girl... » Elle2021, posted by gardenergirl on February 7, 2004, at 18:10:35
> Do you think your prof. would be flexible without you having to reveal too much?
My therapist didn't think so. She said she doesn't think the teacher will believe me if I am calm and composed while telling her why I can't be in class next week. I also don't think I would be able to remain composed anyway...I'd probably start crying and shaking etc (it would be embarrassing). I know for sure the info will be triggering. But getting triggered might actually turn out to be good because then my T and I can start working on this specific problem I'm having. I'm still scared about it, and I don't want to have a panic attack in the middle of the classroom. So, I've decided to go to class, and if things start getting overwhelming, I will just get up and leave, unless it's too late and I have a panic attack and can't move, but I'm hoping that won't happen. I've had panic attacks for quite a while now, so I think I can pretty much detect when I'm about to have one. Plus I have my benzos, so those should help. Thank you for all your advice and support GG, it's been very helpful. I can tell you're a wonderful therapist!
Elle
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