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20f has panic attacks instead of climaxes
So this may not be exactly up your alley, but you seem very wise, so here goes. I have a friend who, when she gets close to orgasm (or really, any kind of intense sexual excitement) has a panic attack. She's really annoyed by this, and it's also making her feel really insecure. I don't think she's ever been abused, but I'm not 100% sure. She is a little high strung, and has had panic attacks about other things too. Anyway, I'm just trying to help her get some answers. Have you ever heard of anything like this? What could be causing it? Thanks for your help!
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Anxiety attacks are caused when people feel extremely stressed and panicked.
If she only gets this way during sexual encounters,
it could be fear of pregnancy, maybe she is actually
afraid she won't have an orgasm, or if she is from a very religious background she may feel guilty.
It could also be from previous abuse. Its something she might discuss with you if she was comfortable enough to discuss the panic attacks.
I will suggest you encourage her to see her doctor and ask about it. If she doesn't, it could discourage her from having intimate relationships in the future.
All her talks with a doctor would remain confidential. Encourage her to write down
everything she can think of to ask him/her before going. That is something you may be able to help her with. If she is uncomfortable talking to the doc, she can always just give him/her the list.
Most important, let her know that while it is annoying and possibly embarrassing for her, it is
not that strange or anything. Many people experience panic attacks over any number of things. She can get help to prevent them, she only needs to see her doctor.
Best of luck to her.
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