After an episode

[netty]

Hi everyone, i've been a member for a good few years now but havent been on here for a long time. Ive been dealing with emetophobia since 4yrs old (well my earliest fearful memory) and now im nearly 30.
Things have steadily improved since 2004 when i began receiving counselling and even had a hypnotherapy session. I've managed not to suffer an episode for a year or so now and considered myself a recovering emetophobe. However i just had a major episode which i couldn't be prepared for or escape. I won't give details as i respect that this needs to be kept a safe place for emetophobes but i will say it was on a plane.
My partner kept telling me how well i had coped after the incident but the backlash was yet to come. I had listened to my relaxation tape and practised my breathing techniques for the full 9hr flight and yes i did cope then but that emotion and fear stayed with me and i didnt deal with it and as a result i am very anxious now and on medication.
I'm not posting to tell sufferers that it is all doom and gloom and i am proud of the way i coped, i just want to stress the importance of talking/getting help after an episode however small. What i should have done is gone to talk to a professional as soon as possible after this. Just keep talking and keep a support network around you and don't try to deal with it alone.
Best wishes to you all in your battle with emetophobia.xx

[olschesky]

thanks for sharing.......good advice