So I decided to go on a trip and was a little sceptical about going on a plane but I conquered my fear and did so.
Now the only issues is during take off I freaked out, I felt dizzy almost like passing out , also when the plane would turn.
Is this a normal feeling ?
Has anyone experience that feeling ?
Hi, I think you will find plenty people get these symptom when flying, it's a tense thing if your not used to it, it's very disorientating the turning sensation as is taking off, I quite like the "coming down" sensation and am now used to take off and turning.
So yes this is a normal feeling, and lots of people will have experienced those feelings.
On a practical note, if your going to fly again then you can always pop in to see your GP who will prescribe a very short course of benzos such as diazepam, many people do that due to fear of flying.
Neil
When you are not used to the way a plane feels and sounds on take off and during the flight, it can be pretty scary., Especially if you already have anxiety normally.
but feeling dizzy during take off is perfectly normal because the anxiety has built up. Many people have that happen.
some people get other symptoms when they're anxious on a plane. Sometimes your doctor can prescribe a mild sedative for you to take before you get on the plane.
But all those feelings and sounds and turns on a plane are perfectly normal and routine. More you fly, the more you get used to it and it's no big deal after a while. What makes me feel more comfortable is watching the flight attendants walking around smiling and talking to people.
I have no idea how many times I've flown in my lifetime, but I don't believe the anxiety ever really goes away. Every time I fly I have some fear, mostly of take off and any unusual turbulence. The last few times I've had major panic attacks which taking a Klonopin usually helps. Luckily last time I was sitting next to a woman who was experiencing the same thing during a period of turbulence and noticed she was seeking reassurance from the flight attendant. I talked to her for awhile and it helped a lot to calm both of us to comisserate about the subject. Funny, she is a travel agent and has traveled more than I. She was embarrassed about her fears because of her job. All one can do is to either stop flying or learn to relax by whatever method works best for you! I don't want to stop traveling and have found various ways to relax. It seems to be easier to do sometimes just to start out calmly and to travel at times when it is less busy at the airport. I also find smaller airports with less people rushing around help me to approach the plane in a more relaxed manner.
For me it totally has to be the take off. The head change was really bothersome and started feeling really anxious after
I've never had physical problems, mine is all anxiety and fear. Never queasy or dizzy. Though the anxiety does often cause a lightheaded feeling, which often accompanies my panic attacks.