Haircuts And Other Apts.

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I hate doctor, hair apts and about any other where people are up closes and in your face. I try to survive them, but find myself avoiding going to checkups for as long as I can and even have my sis cut my hair(or trim it myself) so I don't have to go to the shop.

The irrational panic and anxiety it causes makes what should be tolerable and sometimes enjoyable(like getting a new do) not so desirable. Any tips?

it depends what mean by other appointments?

for haircuts,keep doing the way are doing it,if are ok with how sister cuts.
am have sister do it as well,or take a bic razer to it and shave it.

if other appointments- includes dentists,it may be possible to get IV sedation for dental work,and possible for the pre work appointment-they do also offer general anaesthetic for this.
am have a disability dentist [one who only works with disabled patients],and have general anaesthetic for any dental work-as well as the pre work appointments,am kept in private room at the day surgical unit at trafford general hospital for that.
if this sounds too much for self-maybe getting prescribed a sedative off the doctor to take before going into appointment would help self relax,as dad does this for his appointment.

letting a dentist,doctors etc know are not good with close contact before appointment is good-have this written into notes/.

have you tried requesting the same person every time so its not such a shock on your system

I have the same problem and I will say that meds have helped, in that department. They help to cover up some of that unbearable anxiety, and give you some relief from panic attacks. Meds are not perfect, but, for those who are out of options, might be worth a try.