Adrenaline response (panic) / somatic theme

Has anyone else experienced anything like this: I am able to tune into my body so much that I now seem to be able to release adrenaline on demand (like butterflies in my tummy) and it's horrible... 8 weeks ago I had a baby and my labour w went wrong, and I basically had an 8 hour panic attack (due to low sodium) - I was panicking for so long that my body seems to have learned the feeling like muscle memory and now I can't lie in bed without intentionally releasing adrenaline when I relax. I think it's some kind of somatic ocd, so hopefully ERP will help me. Has anyone else experienced anything like that? Thanks

Username: Erin P

Date posted: 93d ago

I have not but I’m hoping ERP will help. Congratulations on having your baby even if the experience itself was bad.

Username: Hello45##

Date posted: 93d ago

I think the ocd side is latched onto this traumatic experience and is triggered when you are resting or laying down in bed. That’s probably why it feels like muscle memory. I also have somatic ocd and at times I am convinced I can feel or control certain organs or bodily functions. When I am triggered by something and on top of that, tune in to certain sensations or feelings I can feel coming or create, I’m almost adding more wood to this huge fire in my head. I think ERP will really help you change those thinking patterns and avoid what feels like a never ending cycle❤️❤️ Sorry you’re going through this and congrats on the baby.

Username: tinkalo

Date posted: 33d ago

Thank you so much for your comment I only just read it. Xx