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I have real bad anxiety but afraid to go anywhere and scared to see a dr. what do you think i could do to not be so scared so i can see a dr?
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As for referral : Try to see a doctor that someone that you know has already seen. Ask them how there experience was, this way it will reduce your anticipatory anxiety about seeing him.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Self help: You could always start with self help books on managing anxiety. It could improve your anxiety enough to get you into see a therapist.
Answered 12/9/2013
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