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8th November 2020, 20:45
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Looking for advice
Hi everyone, I've just found SAUK and would love some advice/support.
I'm at college and I'm finding it increasingly difficult to be in a classroom environment. Just sitting makes me uncomfortable. However, when I have to speak (which I try to avoid as much as possible) I have very physical symptoms. My heart beat increases and becomes stronger, my breathing changes, my hands shake, I start to sweat and become extremely self conscious and aware. I've found this is even the case when we have to do group work outside of college via Zoom, I have these same symptoms in my own bedroom when I know I have to share my answers. This is very stressful and often results in a headache. Any advice or tips would be massively appreciated! Thanks for reading, Rosa. 
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#2
8th November 2020, 21:24
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Re: Looking for advice
Hi, Rosa, and welcome
 Those symptoms are classic situational anxiety, and it sounds like you're verging on panic. Do you suffer panic attacks? You're probably best off going to see your doctor and they'll probably prescribe beta-blockers for it. Otherwise, and for the time being, maybe try cutting out caffeine and sugary foods - exercise and sleep help too.
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9th November 2020, 09:26
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Re: Looking for advice
Thank you for your response and advice.
I don’t think I’ve ever had a panic attack but I do feel panicked when I have the symptoms. I have been to the doctors before but maybe didn’t explain the symptoms too well so I should maybe try again! Thanks again, Rosa.
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#5
9th November 2020, 14:22
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Re: Looking for advice
I think you could really benefit from CBT/talking therapies, but I don't see the harm in trying something like beta-blockers to help calm the physical responses too if they're offered. Probably best, to chat with your GP as the others have said and write everything down beforehand if it helps.
And welcome to the forum 
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