Kyle Gawron they really are after I have an anxiety attack I always fall asleep because they are so tiring. My muscles are always tense and I am always tired because I have to cope with anxiety
Those who bullied Paul physically and mentally at his first three jobs are all heartless. It's so horrible. *To all of you who are bullies,* please do see the damage you are causing to anyone's health. It's not good, really, so please stop.
Both mental and physical bullying cause so much illness and even death in some cases. It really breaks my heart that there are people out there that feel the need to bully someone
Bullies are just depressed themselves. However their desperation turns them into abusers and sometimes indirect murderers, and that only adds to their guilt. I always assumed this is why my bully committed suicide. Being abused on top of being a royal cunt to everyone for it.
I know the poor guy :( I know how anxiety feels. Of course mine isn’t at all close to being as severe as his but I hope he can find something that will help him and calm his nerves. He is amazing and he is doing the best he can
I think know I'm suffering with anxiety but I think it is as severe as his and it pisses me off when no one knows what to do even if in in a class with teachers who are supposed to help with kids with shit like anxiety and all that and then they have no clue what they are doing
@@thatsabadname6242 Hi! fellow anxiety sufferer here! Your not alone! People you walk by everyday share your frustration with the lack of understanding. We share your pain and fear and the the garbage that comes with it. It's o.k. even when you can't possiably think straight and start freaking out. It's o.k. breathe... it sounds stupid but it helps. I know the square breathing technique but I like the one I learned from a sharp shooter in the military with P.T.S.D. It's how they still themselves to take the shot. Breathe in slow to count of four. Hold breathe for 4. Breathe out for count of four. Do a couple times and you can feel your heart rate go down. If you can't do to four, breathe for as many as possiable, even if only one or two until you can get to four. Shut your eyes. If afraid to shut eyes, cross them until blurry or stare at one thing while doing it. Hope it helps. Much 💓
unless you have an anxiety attack you simply cannot relate to how painful and truly frightening they are... his co-workers have no idea what this man is dealing with...
My heart goes out to him too, my anxiety attacks come in waves, I’ll have them everyday fore a few months, won’t be able to leave the house because of them, and then there gone and I feel on top of the world, my best self, like right now I’m 100% and that will last fore a few months, and then it happens again.
@@kylegawron5358 I am glad you have a good support system! It helps so much because you have a shoulder to lean on and someone to vent to and who will listen. Anxiety attacks and panic attacks are not fun. I have had them before and crap, are they quite scary. So I can sympathize with you on this.
especially the lady with ginger hair. I wish she had been there when I was younger and ran away from home and had a panic attack. Unfortunately the officer that found me wasn't very forgiving, but I understand it could've been annoying being called out for something like my case...
@@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587 The thing is... It SHOULDN’T be annoying. Mental Health should be taken just as serious as physical health. YOU are valid and deserving of compassion from healthcare workers and paramedics
@@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587 Yes, she is so wonderful with Paul. The sad part is that Paul feels that he let himself down most of all. He had high hopes that he could go back to work. Then those hopes were shattered. Glad he has someone who will talk to him now!!
"I let her down." No you didn't mate. You told your anxiety that you were going to go to damn work today and you did. Doesn't matter if it didn't work out perfectly. That isn't a failure with these types of things it's a roadbump. You decided to fight something that cripples and terrifies you. Good job, that is incredibly strong of you. Ain't no on thinking something or someone like that is silly.
Perfectly said. It was *incredibly BRAVE* of him to fight his fears and go go work. He fought back against his crippling anxiety and depression and that is a win in my book... Guy is tough as nails. I dont even know him yet I'm very proud of him and I wish everything in this world that he keeps fighting and continues to have the upper hand. It breaks my heart when people suffer internally and they think they are "bothering" or "troublesome" to others. I detest the stigmas that surround these issues and they shouldn't exist. These paramedics were wonderful and showed him such compassion 💕👏 The healthcare system (especially in the States) is so broken, but especially for people suffering with mental illness. Its absolutely deplorable and shameful what goes on. 💔
Paul really broke my heart T_T I wish I could have given him a hug and told him it would be alright and that he did not let his wife down! Gnaaah! Mental health is an issue with BOTH GENDERS and it is waaaaay more common in men because they're not supposed to be communicative about their personal issues which is toxic! Men should be able have a safe place and be around the right people in order to have a more effective and positive outlet. Mental health is so important. But I am super happy to have seen Paul be able to get the care and compassion he needed during his stressful episode! T__T anxiety attacks are NEVER fun or good!
Exactly, it is not easy at all to beat that mindset of feeling like a failure for not doing everything you wanted to because of your anxiety, I know from experience. Trying to fight it and remind yourself that you did something today and you did better than the previous day in any little way will help in the long run. I would recommend having a calendar in easy view with markers showing your overall experience that day so you can strive to do at least a little better than the day before.
I have the same problems I used to cry my eyes out in the backseat on my way to school and my parents felt so bad for making me go in that my dad would just cry in the front seat as well. It’s truly a terrible experience and I don’t even know what I have anxiety about
He has good reason to be afraid. The Tories in the UK have killed at least 17,000 disabled people -- so far -- with their austerity measures, denying disability payments to people, causing them to die of their disability, or in some cases to starve to death. Some just commit suicide rather than face pain and slow death from being abandoned without an income and no way to hold a job.
@@noongourfain Those of us with mental health issues are the easiest targets for bullying. I was diagnosed with autism in middle school as well have PTSD from all the psychiatric abuse I went through as a kid. Have been where Paul is before, it’s not a fun place to be. You could be in a stadium every seat filled attention on you and everyone showing you they’re there for you. But you still feel completely isolated and alone, and that nobody cares. The worst part though is that yes, you can manage it for a time. But it always lurks waiting to come back at any moment.
After reading all of these about people with anxiety, I guess I’m really lucky. I take medication and have had it under control for 30 years. I was finally diagnosed when I had a total freak out and was taken to hospital. It took awhile to get the medication regulated, but I’m good. I am also retired now, so stress is so much lower. Good luck to all. Don’t give up.💝
Whats silly is Pauls brain wont let him see all his accomplishments! He got out of the house. He got back to work after month away! He made it through the first day! And his anxiety robs him of seeing it! 😔 I hope Paul gets through this!
As someone who suffers from Mixed Anxiety-Depressive Disorder and has panic attacks I sympathise with the first man so much and just want to give him a hug. I've been him but luckily I haven't had an ambulance called or anything, I'm usually alone or manage to find a secure place when it happens
I have major depressive disorder, anxiety, and was diagnosed many years ago with bi-polar. I had an attack out of the blue driving with my husband and daughter... I turned left on a red not even slowing down. I didn’t get a ticket or anything, thankfully I was 2 blocks from home. My legs shaking on the pedals, body vibrating. I’ve never done that, my spouse got to see how they can be and how out of no where they will come. Happy conversations, and BAM! I wanted to cry with him, your just reduced to nothing, and exhausted after!
I wish I was as lucky as you in those regards Midnight Mist. For me, I suffer from a mix of severe Social Anxiety and Depression. I try to avoid going out alone in public but when I have to, if someone of something triggers it, I can never find a calm quiet place to handle it. Where I live, there's always someone nearby when you can't handle them being nearby. A lot of times, it will cut important shopping short or cut errands short because I was to get home before it gets worse. Trying to fight one that's on coming long enough to get somewhere you will feel safe seems to drain you even faster.
I have similar problems. Unfortunately I am a young college student and often aren't taken seriously when I do have attacks. I have been lucky to have my mother understand my problems and often she is the only thing that calms me. Being alone doesn't help, breathing exercises dont always help, medications dont always help, but my mother ALWAYS does! I am so so lucky to have her and I am so sorry for anyone who's attacks are tricky and stubborn! The only thing you can do is remember that your friends and family care about you and that you are SO SO SOOOO strong!!!! I hope that anyone who suffers from these problems always remember that you are loved and no one will ever leave you to suffer alone! ❤
@@shadowneko2841 I thought I was the only one who had social panick attacks. They were so bad that I couldn't go out without having a major panic attack. I couldn't even cross a street without getting dizzy and having a panic attack. It has crippled my life. I now take medication but I have come to a point that I don't want to go out. I feel safe when I'm home
I know how Paul feels so much. I haven’t be able to work in 12 years or so because of anxiety. I wish Paramedics were this compassionate about anxiety and mental health here in the US. The times I’ve had 911 called for a severe crippling anxiety attack they took my vitals but always told me there was nothing more they could do. Getting help here is like pulling teeth.
I've literally called 911 in the US because I wanted to kill myself and they took me to the ER and the people in the ER treated me like dirt. They put me on a wheelchair and left me in the hall and gave me nothing. Said I was fine and not psychotic so I had to leave. Another time it happened and I was literally going to kill myself but my mom stopped me after she found my note and the police took me to the ER and the nurses left me again and were every rude even though I was completely broken down. I had a severe headache from crying and I told the nurse upon arrival and she said they would give me ibuprofen and xanax. I was there for 6 hours and they left me the entire time with nothing. Right before I was discharged I demanded they give me the ibuprofen and xanax which they finally did. Then they also told me to stop coming to that hospital. If I ever felt like I wanted to kill myself I should go to another hospital which was much farther away. I am lucky I didn't actually do it but they did not help and I went through years of more suffering before finally getting good treatment and getting better.
Absolutely.I'm disabled because of depression,generalised anxiety,panic disorder and PTSD.I've gotten rolled eyes from EMTs more often than not.You're made to feel as if you're a waste of their time.
I was born with heart issues and had anxiety throughout my childhood, but the first time I had an all out, true and severe panic attack, I thought I was having a heart attack and that was the end for me. It was terrifying. All I could think about was my boys not having their Mother anymore. It was not just mental but also physically extremely painful, it was agonizing pain. I wouldnt wish this upon my worst enemy. My heart goes out to everyone suffering from mental illness. It breaks my heart 💔💜 Stay strong, love to all. Be kind everyone, you never know what someone is truly going through on the inside
@@ittybittyhomestead6782 That's exactly what an anxiety attack feels like! Heart racing and palpitating ridiculously fast in a way that makes you feel as though you're gonna die.....
that poor guy, it broke my heart It doesnt matter who you are, your gender, where you came from, whatever it is, your feelings are as valid as anyone elses, its not silly, you aren't useless, it will be ok.
I agree, that's it!.. the way you feel stupid or pathetic is absolutely awful!... you are not silly or weak your ill and need support and understanding!...just like someone with any illness...I know I've been there. People that bully others at work should be seriously reprimanded or be the one to lose their job. Hope you're recovering Paul xx
The ladies did a fantastic job with Paul. They were compassionate, listened to him, and helped keep him focused on anything besides the anxiety and what triggered it. That's the best thing you can do. Thank you for handling it so well.
Look at all these kind, supportive comments! As someone whose had anxiety, it does my heart good to see all of you speaking out and having such compassion. Good on ya, mates!
Many people think anxiety is just an act by "weak" people or that it's something that you can just miraculously get over. But its not. I suffer from anxiety. Nowhere near the severity that Paul has, but it's pretty bad at times. The thing is, Anxiety is very real and can absolutely destroy from the inside out. It can also cause many different life threatening illnesses.
I think the issue is, everyone suffers. A great many people have had the world turn it's back when they were suffering. Everyone responds differently to hardship. Some become bitter and angry. It's very hard for this kind of person to see people publically showing their feelings, and getting sympathy and understanding. The mentality is, "I suffered greatly and learned to shut up instead of cry out. So everyone should shut the hell up and not sympathize with weakness." It's also difficult because, if you try to express a hardship, people will act like "regular pain" doesnt hold a candle to clinical pain. It's as if you have to have something wrong with you, for your pain to be valid... Just what I've experienced, anyway.
@@llIlIlllII I agree with your comment. Many seem to attribute the fact that they themselves have dealt with “worse”. I just think that pain and trauma or people’s hardships shouldn’t be measured. What one person perceives as normal may be totally hard for someone else to do. Sorry That probably didn’t make much sense. Anyway have a good day.
I can't believe that there are people out there who would have an audacity to tell a person such as Paul that it's "just in his head" and "he needs to get a grip", although so many anxiety, depression and other mental disorder patients hear it everyday. Please spread mental health awareness if you get a chance, it is really important for all of us.
I totally empathize with the first patient 😢 I also have severe depression and anxiety, him saying he’s frightened really chokes me up... for me I feel scared because I don’t feel in control and my emotions are too intense. Mental health needs to be normalized and taken as seriously as a physical wound 😞
Oh that feeling is terrible. I remember when I still worked, and I *did* lose my job over my anxiety....it was terrible. My heart goes out to you wherever you are, Paul.
It's hard watching the first man. Had to take breaks watching, it hit real hard. Bless his soul. He tries his absolute hardest. I can see that he feels weak, but his bravery far surpasses mine. I hope Paul is feeling better. Bless him.
7:50: That's what goes through the heads of every depressed and anxious people, but very few can actually say it out loud. Literally a call for help...
The saddest part is a gent like him may benefit from additional monies to assist while he's trying to manage his anxiety, but many people are happy to see disabled people underfunded. It's not often because they think of a gentleman like Paul, they're thinking of these "welfare Queens" who refuse to work and game the systems. Sending a letter to your politicians to let them know you want people like Paul to recieve the funding they need to live lets them know it's time to re-examine the system and finally put money in to getting people real meaningful help.
My heart goes out to Paul experiencing anxiety and panic attacks. It’s truly terrifying and exhausting to feel like this. You just feel shame, hopelessness and like running away. I hope he’s ok and sees what an incredible person he is.
The first man had me in tears. Everything he said i can remember saying myself. I remember that pain so clearly. I feel utterly sorry for him. I know how hopeless this condition is. 💔
I've been in the same situation as Paul. I hope he gets the help he needs, and I wish he could read all the lovely comments of encouragement and empathy here. You're getting love from around the world Paul, you're not alone!
Id rather be an amputee than for my anxiety to get that bad With good mental health I could overcome the challenges of not having an arm, but with bad mental health you can't even overcome the challenges of existing
Paul really got to me cause I feel the same way and I do have severe depression and anxiety. It broke me cause I understand how he feels alone, it hurts a lot and feels really dumb to not be able to control your feelings. Once I had one extreme anxiety attack and I just went to hospital by myself to seek help, cause I needed someone to understand what I was feeling since my mother just rolled her eyes when I asked her if she could go with me.
As someone who suffers from anxiety stemming from gender dysphoria, I just want to give that first man a hug. You just feel like a failure because there's a stigma attached to it with everyone telling you "get over it." The smallest things can set you off and your entire world feels like it's crashing. It's incredibly debilitating when it happens. Thankfully, it doesn't happen too often for me, but I hope he gets the help he deserves. I couldn't imagine having two severe anxiety attacks in two days.
Watching from Germany. Have been in a German ambulance quite a few times. Amazing how different it is here from what is shown on this program. Here, they usually act very fast, they don't take their time. So if it is not only done like that for TV purposes: congrats on your first responders!
Whoa. So in Germany, they don't even ask questions about the patient's health or reassure them? They just put them in the ambulance and go? I get if they have to do that because there's a critical illness or injury going on, but to disregard the patient if he or she is able to answer questions and is alert and aware seems rather cold, clinical, and detached.
As an American, it's hard to imagine a world where all that stuff is government funded, and I don't have a third of my income going to employee provided heath insurance.
I think it is horrible America doesn't have this. As a Canadian we pay a lot of tax but it's worth it. We want everyone healthy. I dont understand american ideology on health care.
@@amandahunter6722 It's called greed. People would rather be stingy with their money and then just pay for themselves than help their neighbors. Doesn't seem very patriotic to me.
I feel so bad for Paul, I can relate and it hurts me to know there are more people that feel like me. Really hope he gets to talk to someone who understands and can help him 💕
That first guy reminds me of me at one point. I couldn’t leave my house for a year and a half and had more than 400 panic attacks in 3 months. Now I have a service dog who gave me my life back I love her so much
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The paramedics are sooo empathetic towards the first man. I live in France and the number of paramedics that have been disrespectful to me during panic attacks, saying things such as « stop, you’re trynna get attention, I don’t believe you, you’re being childish, nothing’s wrong you’re weak, etc » and overall just not helping at all (one day they even used pain to make me « stop my bullshit »), I’m so glad to see there are actually really good paramedics who know how to react, who know how to reassure and settle down patients so nicely, who know that mental health is just as important as physical health, warms up my heart really. Thank you.
Anxiety attacks succcck i literally right before quarantine started i got diagnosed with clinical depression and anxiety and it sucks literally when my anxiety kicks in my mind literally shuts down and its hard to wanna talk or even try to communicate my feelings so my heart goes out to Paul ❤️
The guy having the panic attack made me cry. I've been there. It's horrible. I wish I could hug him. People think you're over reacting. It sucks. Sometimes it's just to much.
That first man... I've been in literally that exact same position. Complete breakdown, can't even figure out why. It's terrible. I hope he found a way to deal with everything. My heart goes out to him. That was heartbreaking.
I've had to call ambulance for panic attacks before, totally convinced I was dying because of how similar the physical symptoms are to a heart attack. The way the dispatchers and the EMTs spoke and conducted themselves made all the difference, I appreciate them so much for what they do.
As someone who suffers from anxiety and depression I know how crippling it can be when you feel overwhelmed, alone, and frightened. Paul is so brave to go back to work and even after breaking down the first day he went back the second day. I wish people understood how terrifying this can truly be and it’s not something to make fun of because he is a human just like everyone else. Would you want someone bullying your father or grandfather? 😢
Sever anxiety is no joke. It can drive some people to suicide. These people who have bullied him are just about the lowest of the low. I really hope Paul got the help he needs.
I have anxiety and though not as severe as Paul's I cried so much watching him. I pray that he gets better and that he maybe get government aid or smth to help support himself so he can focus more on getting better and not worry about losing his job or work in general. Everyone really need to understand how anxiety can affect a person's ability to work. This is so important! My heart is with you Paul! You are not alone. You are trying and you will make it! You seem like a lovely person so I hope you take care of yourself. You can do this
Seeing that poor man struggle through that anxiety attack broke my heart and then finding out he self-harms nearly had my in tears. Anxiety and depression are horrible to deal with. I hope his life gets better and he can find ways of coping.
I'm taken aback by the amount of time these medics are able to take. In the US we aim for the shortest amount of time from patient contact to transport.
What do you mean taken aback? You mean you don't like it? :/ I think its nice that they actually care for the patient's mental wellbeing too not just physical. It means so much. When you feel you are being cared for it can help you get better faster. I say this from personal experience. The one time i had to be taken to the hospital in an ambulance after an accident is still engrained in my mind. Mainly how caring the paramedics were. ( I'm from Hungary btw ) They made me feel at ease in the middle of panicing. One of them kept talking with me on the way changeing the topic to take my mind off the accident. Luckily i only had a few bruises / cuts , a small bone fracture and almost torn ankle ligament ( so no surgery needed only 2.5 month of casts ) . But i remember it hurt like absolute hell and in the middle of panicing i honestly believed i would lose my foot . Since then my favorite saying is: " The man makes the uniform, not the other way around. "
ImmaterialDream in the us we have very varied ambulance services, in my area (georgia, usa) they take A LONGGGG time to get to you, and usually a very long time to get where we are going or not taken at all and treated at home. even though we have a lot of major hospitals close by. so idk it's very varied
Healthcare is the US is just like everything else in the US. Money, greed and lack of empathy and compassion for anyone by the politicians and many citizens.🇨🇦
My heart goes out to anyone who suffers with this or has this mixed with depression, it can be so hard sometimes and hard to hide and then you feel horrible because you can't always hide it. No one is perfect, it will be okay in the end, just keep hanging on. Wish I could hug this guy..
I've had anxiety attacks so bad were I was instantly shot up with Ativan cause they couldn't vitals my jaw was locked it sounded like I was choking on my tongue they thought I was having a stroke I was straight into the ct for brain injury... I do feel for this guy I hope he gets the right meds combo
"I was physically bullied and mentally bullied".. OMG how I feel you my dear Paul :'( I really hope from all my heart that you get what you deserve despite of this evil world... Imagine what bullying did to an adult !! let alone what would be the impact on a child
When I was about 12, I had a bad anxiety attack one morning (though no one including me knew that's what it was). I was hysterical, crying and didn't want to go to school. My dad thought I was just being lazy, so picked me up in my pajamas and put me outside to wait for the bus in the cold, throwing me a sandwich. That was the worst day of my life, and he thought/ thinks it was funny. He tells it to random people, and I always start crying remembering that awful day. The last time he apologized and said he wouldn't tell it again, but he still doesn't understand and makes passing jokes about it. This is long, but I just wanted to tell my story. I really hope Paul gets proper help and feels better. ❤️
You ever had an anxiety attack to where you lose feeling in your legs. to where you then panic because you cant feel your legs? yeah, lol worst day ever. Anxiety attack had me thinking I was going to become paralyzed
Yes! My first panic attack, I lost feeling from the waist up. I had no clue what was happening. I just knew I couldn't breathe and couldn't feel my body. I was given a bottle of water opened for me and i grabbed it with both my palms because I had no motor function in my hands. I remember crying and knowing I was crying because I could see tears in my eyes, but couldn't feel the tears roll down my cheeks. I had a splitting head ache as well. I had no clue why they insisted I went in a wheel chair instead of walking myself since I could feel my legs. I had no clue just how close I was to passing out. This went on for an hour and took my several hours to truly stabilize. To this day, it's unknown how I didn't pass out. That was six years ago this week and I still remember it like it happened yesterday.
i had a panic attack at band rehearsal because my friend was hyperventilating. and that whole week i had been suffering from anxiety and panic attacks. so when i saw my friend hyperventilate it triggered my panic attack. i stood up to seek help. and i fell to the ground. to this day i’m embarrassed because of it. but my legs were jelly and were going numb. and i was freaking out. the techs helped me, and then they were paying attention to him and i was scared for my friend. but thankfully we both are alright now!
I’ve been suffering bad panic attacks and anxiety my heart goes out to this man. I know how hard it is it’s literally hell on earth. The hard part is people think you’re lazy and don’t wanna work. But don’t know exhausting it’s is.
The older woman with dementia broke my heart. I lost my grandma almost 4 months ago to dementia/old age and she also had cancer. You truly do start to lose them slowly. I remember when we had to keep explaining to my grandma that my grandpa passed away 23 years ago and she would cry as if she just found out he passed today. It was heartbreaking and we did that almost everyday for like a month or two. I remember the first time she didn't know who i was and i cried so hard. It became more normal. I knew she didn't know who I was but I knew she loved me even though she didn't know me. Like I could just tell. Dementia is brutal and I hope one day we can prevent/treat it so no one has to experience it as well. My grandma was an amazing woman and I miss her dearly. I had the best 22 years with her and I am so glad I had even that many. To anyone who has a grandparent or parent with dementia, just know they love you. Don't fight with them if they can't remember something it won't help and will just make both of you frustrated. My grandma would get so upset when she couldn't remember. I never knew that the day I saw her was the last time I would see her. She passed the day after I saw her and none of us saw it coming because she was actually looking great that day. You never know so please hug and kiss your loved ones ❤️🙏🏻
Such a sweet sensitive man. Depression & anxiety are so painful. And so common. I pray there is something to help him to cope better. DBT is extremely helpful. Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Paul is the strongest person I've seen today. I don't even know him, but I'm proud of him, because after all he's handling it all so well. He needs someone to be with him, make him feel loved and just feel there for a reason. He's worth it. Such a sweet soul.
That poor guy with the anxiety. I know the feeling I have dealt with panic attacks since I was a child. In my 40s I had a really bad one and ran and got my roommate she misunderstood and thought I was wanting to kill myself so she called 911. I was sitting in the middle of the front yard waiting when the police pulled up. They were great, the officer immediately realized what was going on and sat down in the grass next to me, held my hand and talked to me until EMS arrived. I kept apologizing because I felt stupid, but no one berated me, they took me to the hospital where the doctor was also knowledgeable about panic attacks and he gave me Ativan to help me calm down.
I want to hug the first guy so bad. I have social anxiety but it isn't as bad as his and my medication generally works well. But panic attacks really do just break you down, I always ended up crying during mine. I feel for him and he seems like such an incredibly sweet guy, I can't believe anyone would physically and mentally hurt him.
Paul, where ever you are. Please, you've done so much good in this world, spread so many smiles. Please get well, we have our struggles but we can overcome them with love and support.
Anxiety attacks are really rough and I really feel for Paul. I have anxiety and used to get frequent panic attacks and it's so mentally and physically taxing. The way he talks about fear of letting people down, losing everything, and not being mad is one of the most real things that happens to me at least. I don't get panic attacks as much now, but those thoughts are constant and it's something I've gotten used to. I give huge props to Hannah and Michelle, they handled it really, really well
Paul seems to be a wonderful person to meet and greet, when the symptoms of depression and anxiety are under control 😊👍 If I were his friend, I would for sure just be there for him, and do what Michelle and Hannah did, to make sure Paul were alright
My heart is completely with Paul. I've always struggled with severe anxiety and episodes of depression and so much of the worries he voiced sounded like it came from my own head. I hope Paul gets all the help he needs and feels better soon
I found working in warehouses, is the best for me having bad anxiety, and attacks. You don’t have to interact too much with people, and can keep to yourself. I did recently resign from a job, as we’d have to stand, stretch (centre of attention) and sing a rhyme in front of EVERYONE. That was worse than the hard work everyday, and driving a forklift all day. So ...I feel so much for the first guy, it’s terrifying and EMBARRASSING shaking, crying, and hyperventilating in front of people. 😢 This is anxiety, we can’t just change our thoughts... and we’re fixed... our brains are just wired a bit wrong.
I live in the US and was put into an ambulance for a severe anxiety attack. I’ve got ptsd and ambulances are a trigger, so once I was in the back I actually worsened. They were so patient and understanding, but nothing like the compassion I’m seeing for the first man. It’s absolutely wonderful how they spoke with him.
Zombie Moto Oh, lucky. I stopped having anyone call an ambulance when mine are severe because the times I have they told me there was nothing they could do for me. It’s like they didn’t want to deal with me.
Silver Gemini I was in high school at a football game, I marched in the band. I kept passing out and my boyfriend had to carry me to the ambulance and tell them all my medical history bc my co2 levels were at a 32 instead of 12 and my o2 was down to 90 or something. They had to put a mask on me and took me to the hospital bc I wasn’t improving and they needed to do an iv and something else. It’s all a blur
It's really sad that panic attacks are really just someone being very frightened. That this fear just grows to an unbearable point. I wanted to hug the first guy. I know that place so well. I hope he's doing better, free of those horrible symptoms.
I've never wanted to meet with a patient in my life. Paul and I have the same problems. I have learned something from him and next time I have a panic attack, I am going to try the square method
I also have anxiety and my psychologist taught me a breathing exercise that really helps. Breathe in slowly for 9 through your nose, hold it for 4 and breathe out for 8 through your nose AND mouth.
Paul broke my heart.. I struggle with severe anxiety as well, and know the pain all too well. I hope Paul got the help he needed, and I'm so glad the NHS exists in the UK. can't believe we don't have that here in the US..
I feel like paul would greatly benefit from learning the EFT (emotional freedom tapping) it's wonderful for anxiety. It helped me stay at a job longer than a few months.
I just hope, there's something like MC for people that suffering depression and anxiety attack. I just hope, we can take a day, or 3 days off when we're feeling down, so we can feeling better next day 😔 instead off being absent which is stressful because the employer will push you, stressing you, and punish you for being absent. And i hope, people won't make jokes or taking advantage with it
I don't know how it is in England, but in America I completely understand anyone who refuses to call 911 or ride in an ambulance, because everything is SO expensive and it is hard to afford anything. It is so stupid because the people that need it the most can't get the help because there isn't enough money.
anxiety attacks are physically and mentally tiring.
Kyle Gawron they really are after I have an anxiety attack I always fall asleep because they are so tiring. My muscles are always tense and I am always tired because I have to cope with anxiety
@@abigailjunek for real and cause you shakeing and muscles tense for so long your muscles are all aching
After I calm down from an anxiety attack, my fiance has to rub over the muscles that are tense afterwards until I basically crash from the exhaustion.
@@abigailjunek ya I just dealt with one today
@@kylegawron5358 ya
Those who bullied Paul physically and mentally at his first three jobs are all heartless. It's so horrible. *To all of you who are bullies,* please do see the damage you are causing to anyone's health. It's not good, really, so please stop.
Both mental and physical bullying cause so much illness and even death in some cases. It really breaks my heart that there are people out there that feel the need to bully someone
Bullies are just depressed themselves. However their desperation turns them into abusers and sometimes indirect murderers, and that only adds to their guilt. I always assumed this is why my bully committed suicide. Being abused on top of being a royal cunt to everyone for it.
Unfortunately bullies take pleasure in seeing the suffering they have caused. Seeing the damage will give them only joy. It is totally pointless.
We, in the US have a bully for a president and because of him, my anxiety has been terrible.
I was bullied till i had to move school, i had death wish and wanted to shoot people in my school
The first man broke my heart 💔 I hope he's okay now
Same
I know the poor guy :( I know how anxiety feels. Of course mine isn’t at all close to being as severe as his but I hope he can find something that will help him and calm his nerves. He is amazing and he is doing the best he can
I know... Made me tear up
I think know I'm suffering with anxiety but I think it is as severe as his and it pisses me off when no one knows what to do even if in in a class with teachers who are supposed to help with kids with shit like anxiety and all that and then they have no clue what they are doing
@@thatsabadname6242 Hi! fellow anxiety sufferer here! Your not alone! People you walk by everyday share your frustration with the lack of understanding. We share your pain and fear and the the garbage that comes with it. It's o.k. even when you can't possiably think straight and start freaking out. It's o.k. breathe... it sounds stupid but it helps. I know the square breathing technique but I like the one I learned from a sharp shooter in the military with P.T.S.D. It's how they still themselves to take the shot. Breathe in slow to count of four. Hold breathe for 4. Breathe out for count of four. Do a couple times and you can feel your heart rate go down. If you can't do to four, breathe for as many as possiable, even if only one or two until you can get to four. Shut your eyes. If afraid to shut eyes, cross them until blurry or stare at one thing while doing it. Hope it helps. Much 💓
“People wouldn’t talk to me. I felt so alone and frightened.” MY HEART JUST SHATTERED 💔🥺
So did mine... I just wanted to hug him.
I teared up
I cried
I know the feeling and I just felt for him.
unless you have an anxiety attack you simply cannot relate to how painful and truly frightening they are... his co-workers have no idea what this man is dealing with...
i know how crippling anxiety attacks are. my heart goes out for him.
I hope you have a good support system and techniques that help.
@@SweetGoddess420 i do :)
My heart goes out to him too, my anxiety attacks come in waves, I’ll have them everyday fore a few months, won’t be able to leave the house because of them, and then there gone and I feel on top of the world, my best self, like right now I’m 100% and that will last fore a few months, and then it happens again.
@@kylegawron5358 I am glad you have a good support system! It helps so much because you have a shoulder to lean on and someone to vent to and who will listen. Anxiety attacks and panic attacks are not fun. I have had them before and crap, are they quite scary. So I can sympathize with you on this.
@@dankman9250 hoping and praying you find constant peace someday x
Those paramedics were absolutely awesome! They showed Paul compassion and gave him time to calm down.
They where amazing! True compassion all the way. I love it! God bless them.
especially the lady with ginger hair. I wish she had been there when I was younger and ran away from home and had a panic attack. Unfortunately the officer that found me wasn't very forgiving, but I understand it could've been annoying being called out for something like my case...
@@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587 The thing is... It SHOULDN’T be annoying. Mental Health should be taken just as serious as physical health. YOU are valid and deserving of compassion from healthcare workers and paramedics
I felt same kindness and care when I was in mental ward my first times.. bless there are such big hearted people around us...
@@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587 Yes, she is so wonderful with Paul. The sad part is that Paul feels that he let himself down most of all. He had high hopes that he could go back to work. Then those hopes were shattered. Glad he has someone who will talk to him now!!
"I let her down."
No you didn't mate.
You told your anxiety that you were going to go to damn work today and you did.
Doesn't matter if it didn't work out perfectly. That isn't a failure with these types of things it's a roadbump.
You decided to fight something that cripples and terrifies you.
Good job, that is incredibly strong of you. Ain't no on thinking something or someone like that is silly.
Perfectly said. It was *incredibly BRAVE* of him to fight his fears and go go work. He fought back against his crippling anxiety and depression and that is a win in my book... Guy is tough as nails. I dont even know him yet I'm very proud of him and I wish everything in this world that he keeps fighting and continues to have the upper hand.
It breaks my heart when people suffer internally and they think they are "bothering" or "troublesome" to others. I detest the stigmas that surround these issues and they shouldn't exist. These paramedics were wonderful and showed him such compassion 💕👏
The healthcare system (especially in the States) is so broken, but especially for people suffering with mental illness. Its absolutely deplorable and shameful what goes on. 💔
HERE HERE!!! Such truths need to be spoken more often.
Paul really broke my heart T_T I wish I could have given him a hug and told him it would be alright and that he did not let his wife down! Gnaaah! Mental health is an issue with BOTH GENDERS and it is waaaaay more common in men because they're not supposed to be communicative about their personal issues which is toxic! Men should be able have a safe place and be around the right people in order to have a more effective and positive outlet. Mental health is so important. But I am super happy to have seen Paul be able to get the care and compassion he needed during his stressful episode! T__T anxiety attacks are NEVER fun or good!
Exactly, it is not easy at all to beat that mindset of feeling like a failure for not doing everything you wanted to because of your anxiety, I know from experience. Trying to fight it and remind yourself that you did something today and you did better than the previous day in any little way will help in the long run. I would recommend having a calendar in easy view with markers showing your overall experience that day so you can strive to do at least a little better than the day before.
I have the same problems I used to cry my eyes out in the backseat on my way to school and my parents felt so bad for making me go in that my dad would just cry in the front seat as well. It’s truly a terrible experience and I don’t even know what I have anxiety about
The first man 😪😪😥. Worst part is, he's just one of very very many. My heart goes out to them💔
😭💔Paul, the poor soul 😢 such a sweet and gentle man. He deserves all the love and hugs.
He has good reason to be afraid. The Tories in the UK have killed at least 17,000 disabled people -- so far -- with their austerity measures, denying disability payments to people, causing them to die of their disability, or in some cases to starve to death. Some just commit suicide rather than face pain and slow death from being abandoned without an income and no way to hold a job.
why on earth would anyone bully this guy? terrible. they should be fired.
@@noongourfain Those of us with mental health issues are the easiest targets for bullying. I was diagnosed with autism in middle school as well have PTSD from all the psychiatric abuse I went through as a kid. Have been where Paul is before, it’s not a fun place to be. You could be in a stadium every seat filled attention on you and everyone showing you they’re there for you. But you still feel completely isolated and alone, and that nobody cares. The worst part though is that yes, you can manage it for a time. But it always lurks waiting to come back at any moment.
After reading all of these about people with anxiety, I guess I’m really lucky. I take medication and have had it under control for 30 years. I was finally diagnosed when I had a total freak out and was taken to hospital. It took awhile to get the medication regulated, but I’m good. I am also retired now, so stress is so much lower. Good luck to all. Don’t give up.💝
poor paul, i just want to give him a hug
me too, when he said no one would talkwith him that just did it for me
Whats silly is Pauls brain wont let him see all his accomplishments! He got out of the house. He got back to work after month away! He made it through the first day! And his anxiety robs him of seeing it! 😔 I hope Paul gets through this!
Some microdose of magic mushrooms - and have GIANT effect 💯 Like they trigger the unbalance in the brain…
As someone who suffers from Mixed Anxiety-Depressive Disorder and has panic attacks I sympathise with the first man so much and just want to give him a hug. I've been him but luckily I haven't had an ambulance called or anything, I'm usually alone or manage to find a secure place when it happens
I have major depressive disorder, anxiety, and was diagnosed many years ago with bi-polar.
I had an attack out of the blue driving with my husband and daughter... I turned left on a red not even slowing down. I didn’t get a ticket or anything, thankfully I was 2 blocks from home. My legs shaking on the pedals, body vibrating.
I’ve never done that, my spouse got to see how they can be and how out of no where they will come. Happy conversations, and BAM!
I wanted to cry with him, your just reduced to nothing, and exhausted after!
I wish I was as lucky as you in those regards Midnight Mist. For me, I suffer from a mix of severe Social Anxiety and Depression. I try to avoid going out alone in public but when I have to, if someone of something triggers it, I can never find a calm quiet place to handle it. Where I live, there's always someone nearby when you can't handle them being nearby. A lot of times, it will cut important shopping short or cut errands short because I was to get home before it gets worse. Trying to fight one that's on coming long enough to get somewhere you will feel safe seems to drain you even faster.
🤗 for you
I have similar problems. Unfortunately I am a young college student and often aren't taken seriously when I do have attacks. I have been lucky to have my mother understand my problems and often she is the only thing that calms me. Being alone doesn't help, breathing exercises dont always help, medications dont always help, but my mother ALWAYS does! I am so so lucky to have her and I am so sorry for anyone who's attacks are tricky and stubborn! The only thing you can do is remember that your friends and family care about you and that you are SO SO SOOOO strong!!!! I hope that anyone who suffers from these problems always remember that you are loved and no one will ever leave you to suffer alone! ❤
@@shadowneko2841 I thought I was the only one who had social panick attacks. They were so bad that I couldn't go out without having a major panic attack. I couldn't even cross a street without getting dizzy and having a panic attack. It has crippled my life. I now take medication but I have come to a point that I don't want to go out. I feel safe when I'm home
Ther first one really had me crying, i hope hes doing better
me too... I was tearing up.. For sure..
Same. I felt so terrible for the poor guy..
I know how Paul feels so much. I haven’t be able to work in 12 years or so because of anxiety. I wish Paramedics were this compassionate about anxiety and mental health here in the US. The times I’ve had 911 called for a severe crippling anxiety attack they took my vitals but always told me there was nothing more they could do. Getting help here is like pulling teeth.
I've literally called 911 in the US because I wanted to kill myself and they took me to the ER and the people in the ER treated me like dirt. They put me on a wheelchair and left me in the hall and gave me nothing. Said I was fine and not psychotic so I had to leave. Another time it happened and I was literally going to kill myself but my mom stopped me after she found my note and the police took me to the ER and the nurses left me again and were every rude even though I was completely broken down. I had a severe headache from crying and I told the nurse upon arrival and she said they would give me ibuprofen and xanax. I was there for 6 hours and they left me the entire time with nothing. Right before I was discharged I demanded they give me the ibuprofen and xanax which they finally did. Then they also told me to stop coming to that hospital. If I ever felt like I wanted to kill myself I should go to another hospital which was much farther away. I am lucky I didn't actually do it but they did not help and I went through years of more suffering before finally getting good treatment and getting better.
The United states dont have compassion for other people or countries it's all about money
I feel so sorry for people in the US. A lot of them have no idea how different it could be for them 😦
The same happened to me.
Absolutely.I'm disabled because of depression,generalised anxiety,panic disorder and PTSD.I've gotten rolled eyes from EMTs more often than not.You're made to feel as if you're a waste of their time.
The fact that more than 90% of the comments are related to Paul and his anxiety makes me think that this affliction is very common now
Exactly!..it is a very common problem!...and needs to be taken seriously. The brain is very complicated but it's becoming more understood
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health disorders in adults along with depression.
@@eliseedgar4524 it's also very common in children
@@mazg4707 Yes it is
I have anxiety and it breaks my heart for him I recently had my first anxiety attack and it really just drains you.😞
Awww poor fella. Panic attacks feel like impending doom. So scary.
I was born with heart issues and had anxiety throughout my childhood, but the first time I had an all out, true and severe panic attack, I thought I was having a heart attack and that was the end for me. It was terrifying. All I could think about was my boys not having their Mother anymore. It was not just mental but also physically extremely painful, it was agonizing pain.
I wouldnt wish this upon my worst enemy. My heart goes out to everyone suffering from mental illness. It breaks my heart 💔💜
Stay strong, love to all. Be kind everyone, you never know what someone is truly going through on the inside
You feel like will die! You also mentally feel like u ran a marathon. So tiring!
@@ittybittyhomestead6782 That's exactly what an anxiety attack feels like! Heart racing and palpitating ridiculously fast in a way that makes you feel as though you're gonna die.....
Who else feels bad about the first guy?😥
none
Kaiser Schnitsel Sr. You jerk
@@kaiserschnitselsr really
I'm like that everyday.
I’ve been there... PLENTY. It is sooooo scary, freightening, embarrassing, emotional. I puke 🤢 or get nauseas from anxiety and it sucks.
that poor guy, it broke my heart
It doesnt matter who you are, your gender, where you came from, whatever it is, your feelings are as valid as anyone elses, its not silly, you aren't useless, it will be ok.
I agree, that's it!.. the way you feel stupid or pathetic is absolutely awful!... you are not silly or weak your ill and need support and understanding!...just like someone with any illness...I know I've been there. People that bully others at work should be seriously reprimanded or be the one to lose their job. Hope you're recovering Paul xx
The ladies did a fantastic job with Paul. They were compassionate, listened to him, and helped keep him focused on anything besides the anxiety and what triggered it. That's the best thing you can do.
Thank you for handling it so well.
Look at all these kind, supportive comments! As someone whose had anxiety, it does my heart good to see all of you speaking out and having such compassion. Good on ya, mates!
😭 poor Paul! Ugh it breaks my heart seeing him feeling the way he is 💔 he seems like such a gentle, sweet man😭 PROTECT PAUL AT ALL COSTS💔😭💔😭💔😭💔💔
I suffer from severe anxiety and depression. Its rough.
It is rough. I literally broke down crying for Paul. I give huge props to the paramedics that treated him. ❤️
Me too. Its awful. 😭
Ya it is rough I suffer from severe anxiety and depression.
Ericha it is horrible and so hard I agree. 😢
Virtual Hug ❤️
please protect paul at all costs 🥺💔
Yes we need to protect paul
Many people think anxiety is just an act by "weak" people or that it's something that you can just miraculously get over. But its not. I suffer from anxiety. Nowhere near the severity that Paul has, but it's pretty bad at times.
The thing is, Anxiety is very real and can absolutely destroy from the inside out. It can also cause many different life threatening illnesses.
I think the issue is, everyone suffers. A great many people have had the world turn it's back when they were suffering. Everyone responds differently to hardship. Some become bitter and angry. It's very hard for this kind of person to see people publically showing their feelings, and getting sympathy and understanding. The mentality is, "I suffered greatly and learned to shut up instead of cry out. So everyone should shut the hell up and not sympathize with weakness."
It's also difficult because, if you try to express a hardship, people will act like "regular pain" doesnt hold a candle to clinical pain. It's as if you have to have something wrong with you, for your pain to be valid... Just what I've experienced, anyway.
@@llIlIlllII I agree with your comment. Many seem to attribute the fact that they themselves have dealt with “worse”. I just think that pain and trauma or people’s hardships shouldn’t be measured. What one person perceives as normal may be totally hard for someone else to do. Sorry That probably didn’t make much sense. Anyway have a good day.
I can't believe that there are people out there who would have an audacity to tell a person such as Paul that it's "just in his head" and "he needs to get a grip", although so many anxiety, depression and other mental disorder patients hear it everyday. Please spread mental health awareness if you get a chance, it is really important for all of us.
Many people don’t believe in mental illness.
I totally empathize with the first patient 😢 I also have severe depression and anxiety, him saying he’s frightened really chokes me up... for me I feel scared because I don’t feel in control and my emotions are too intense. Mental health needs to be normalized and taken as seriously as a physical wound 😞
Oh that feeling is terrible. I remember when I still worked, and I *did* lose my job over my anxiety....it was terrible.
My heart goes out to you wherever you are, Paul.
Get panic attacks like Paul all the time. Shit's rough, man. Heart goes out to everyone else who struggles with 'em
It's hard watching the first man. Had to take breaks watching, it hit real hard. Bless his soul. He tries his absolute hardest. I can see that he feels weak, but his bravery far surpasses mine. I hope Paul is feeling better. Bless him.
Poor Paul, his anxiety is totally destroying him and his life. I truly hope he now has a very strong support system in place and doing much better.
I’m not gonna lie, I bawled my eyes out watching that man have a panic attack. I hope he can find peace.
My ❤️ cries for Paul, so sorry for him.
7:50: That's what goes through the heads of every depressed and anxious people, but very few can actually say it out loud. Literally a call for help...
Poor thing! I hope they get him on proper disability so he can provide for his family 🥺💔
The saddest part is a gent like him may benefit from additional monies to assist while he's trying to manage his anxiety, but many people are happy to see disabled people underfunded. It's not often because they think of a gentleman like Paul, they're thinking of these "welfare Queens" who refuse to work and game the systems. Sending a letter to your politicians to let them know you want people like Paul to recieve the funding they need to live lets them know it's time to re-examine the system and finally put money in to getting people real meaningful help.
My heart goes out to Paul experiencing anxiety and panic attacks. It’s truly terrifying and exhausting to feel like this. You just feel shame, hopelessness and like running away. I hope he’s ok and sees what an incredible person he is.
The first man had me in tears. Everything he said i can remember saying myself. I remember that pain so clearly. I feel utterly sorry for him. I know how hopeless this condition is. 💔
I've been in the same situation as Paul. I hope he gets the help he needs, and I wish he could read all the lovely comments of encouragement and empathy here. You're getting love from around the world Paul, you're not alone!
Wow you paramedics are amazing! Wow you for the kindness you show each patient. Love from South Africa 🇿🇦
Wendy H. Agreed. Hugs from South Africa as well.
I agree. They reacted just perfectly. Love from Japan.
Same here. Lots of hugs from SA (how I wish our ambulances and hospitals were as good as in the UK...)
I live in SA. Paramedics didnt know what to do with me.
I hope people now realize how crippling anxiety and panic disorders can be:(
Having experienced it all, I know for certain I would take physical pain over mental anguish any day.
People really underestimate how horrible mental anguish can be and just how bad it can get.
Id rather be an amputee than for my anxiety to get that bad
With good mental health I could overcome the challenges of not having an arm, but with bad mental health you can't even overcome the challenges of existing
mental hospitals are always good to help you
Paul really got to me cause I feel the same way and I do have severe depression and anxiety. It broke me cause I understand how he feels alone, it hurts a lot and feels really dumb to not be able to control your feelings. Once I had one extreme anxiety attack and I just went to hospital by myself to seek help, cause I needed someone to understand what I was feeling since my mother just rolled her eyes when I asked her if she could go with me.
As someone who suffers from anxiety stemming from gender dysphoria, I just want to give that first man a hug. You just feel like a failure because there's a stigma attached to it with everyone telling you "get over it." The smallest things can set you off and your entire world feels like it's crashing. It's incredibly debilitating when it happens. Thankfully, it doesn't happen too often for me, but I hope he gets the help he deserves. I couldn't imagine having two severe anxiety attacks in two days.
Watching from Germany. Have been in a German ambulance quite a few times. Amazing how different it is here from what is shown on this program. Here, they usually act very fast, they don't take their time. So if it is not only done like that for TV purposes: congrats on your first responders!
Whoa. So in Germany, they don't even ask questions about the patient's health or reassure them? They just put them in the ambulance and go? I get if they have to do that because there's a critical illness or injury going on, but to disregard the patient if he or she is able to answer questions and is alert and aware seems rather cold, clinical, and detached.
As an American, it's hard to imagine a world where all that stuff is government funded, and I don't have a third of my income going to employee provided heath insurance.
Same, I could never afford these ambulance rides
I just have to hope nothing that bad ever happens
I think it is horrible America doesn't have this. As a Canadian we pay a lot of tax but it's worth it. We want everyone healthy. I dont understand american ideology on health care.
@@amandahunter6722 It's called greed. People would rather be stingy with their money and then just pay for themselves than help their neighbors. Doesn't seem very patriotic to me.
@@amandahunter6722 call it republican ideology, because it is not shared by all Americans.
@@margithammer8835 I am more on the side of Republican and I can connect the broken healthcare system is the root of a lot of our issues.
I feel so bad for Paul, I can relate and it hurts me to know there are more people that feel like me. Really hope he gets to talk to someone who understands and can help him 💕
That first guy reminds me of me at one point. I couldn’t leave my house for a year and a half and had more than 400 panic attacks in 3 months. Now I have a service dog who gave me my life back I love her so much
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The paramedics are sooo empathetic towards the first man. I live in France and the number of paramedics that have been disrespectful to me during panic attacks, saying things such as « stop, you’re trynna get attention, I don’t believe you, you’re being childish, nothing’s wrong you’re weak, etc » and overall just not helping at all (one day they even used pain to make me « stop my bullshit »), I’m so glad to see there are actually really good paramedics who know how to react, who know how to reassure and settle down patients so nicely, who know that mental health is just as important as physical health, warms up my heart really. Thank you.
Anxiety attacks succcck i literally right before quarantine started i got diagnosed with clinical depression and anxiety and it sucks literally when my anxiety kicks in my mind literally shuts down and its hard to wanna talk or even try to communicate my feelings so my heart goes out to Paul ❤️
The guy having the panic attack made me cry. I've been there. It's horrible. I wish I could hug him. People think you're over reacting. It sucks. Sometimes it's just to much.
That first man... I've been in literally that exact same position. Complete breakdown, can't even figure out why. It's terrible. I hope he found a way to deal with everything. My heart goes out to him. That was heartbreaking.
I've had to call ambulance for panic attacks before, totally convinced I was dying because of how similar the physical symptoms are to a heart attack. The way the dispatchers and the EMTs spoke and conducted themselves made all the difference, I appreciate them so much for what they do.
As someone who suffers from anxiety and depression I know how crippling it can be when you feel overwhelmed, alone, and frightened. Paul is so brave to go back to work and even after breaking down the first day he went back the second day. I wish people understood how terrifying this can truly be and it’s not something to make fun of because he is a human just like everyone else. Would you want someone bullying your father or grandfather? 😢
Sever anxiety is no joke. It can drive some people to suicide. These people who have bullied him are just about the lowest of the low. I really hope Paul got the help he needs.
I have anxiety and though not as severe as Paul's I cried so much watching him. I pray that he gets better and that he maybe get government aid or smth to help support himself so he can focus more on getting better and not worry about losing his job or work in general. Everyone really need to understand how anxiety can affect a person's ability to work. This is so important! My heart is with you Paul! You are not alone. You are trying and you will make it! You seem like a lovely person so I hope you take care of yourself. You can do this
Seeing that poor man struggle through that anxiety attack broke my heart and then finding out he self-harms nearly had my in tears. Anxiety and depression are horrible to deal with. I hope his life gets better and he can find ways of coping.
I'm taken aback by the amount of time these medics are able to take. In the US we aim for the shortest amount of time from patient contact to transport.
What do you mean taken aback? You mean you don't like it? :/
I think its nice that they actually care for the patient's mental wellbeing too not just physical. It means so much. When you feel you are being cared for it can help you get better faster.
I say this from personal experience. The one time i had to be taken to the hospital in an ambulance after an accident is still engrained in my mind. Mainly how caring the paramedics were. ( I'm from Hungary btw ) They made me feel at ease in the middle of panicing. One of them kept talking with me on the way changeing the topic to take my mind off the accident. Luckily i only had a few bruises / cuts , a small bone fracture and almost torn ankle ligament ( so no surgery needed only 2.5 month of casts ) . But i remember it hurt like absolute hell and in the middle of panicing i honestly believed i would lose my foot .
Since then my favorite saying is: " The man makes the uniform, not the other way around. "
ImmaterialDream in the us we have very varied ambulance services, in my area (georgia, usa) they take A LONGGGG time to get to you, and usually a very long time to get where we are going or not taken at all and treated at home. even though we have a lot of major hospitals close by. so idk it's very varied
@@ImmaterialDream i think they might mean taken aback as in 'just really surprised' as opposed to not liking it
Healthcare is the US is just like everything else in the US. Money, greed and lack of empathy and compassion for anyone by the politicians and many citizens.🇨🇦
Same in doctor offices. It’s a business.
I wish I worked with Paul. I would never let him feel so alone. Makes me so sad.
Mygod... Having dealt with anxiety attacks myself, my heart goes out to Paul. I hope he'll get well soon.
I felt so identified with the first man, I had to quite my job a few days ago because my anxiety attacks wouldn’t let me work like before.
I'm so sorry to hear that. I hope it starts to get better soon.
My heart goes out to anyone who suffers with this or has this mixed with depression, it can be so hard sometimes and hard to hide and then you feel horrible because you can't always hide it. No one is perfect, it will be okay in the end, just keep hanging on. Wish I could hug this guy..
Watching this as an American seriously brings tears to my eyes. I wish the healthcare system treated people like this here.
5:48 NO NO NO PAUL I WILL talk to you please don’t be sad ! ;((
Michelle and Hannah are saints - bless them. If only all our first responders and paramedics could be as compassionate. Thank you both.
I've had anxiety attacks so bad were I was instantly shot up with Ativan cause they couldn't vitals my jaw was locked it sounded like I was choking on my tongue they thought I was having a stroke I was straight into the ct for brain injury... I do feel for this guy I hope he gets the right meds combo
the ems are so sweet to him
"I was physically bullied and mentally bullied".. OMG how I feel you my dear Paul :'( I really hope from all my heart that you get what you deserve despite of this evil world... Imagine what bullying did to an adult !! let alone what would be the impact on a child
WE LOVE YOU PAUL, YOU'RE STRONGER THAN YOU THINK
When I was about 12, I had a bad anxiety attack one morning (though no one including me knew that's what it was). I was hysterical, crying and didn't want to go to school. My dad thought I was just being lazy, so picked me up in my pajamas and put me outside to wait for the bus in the cold, throwing me a sandwich. That was the worst day of my life, and he thought/ thinks it was funny. He tells it to random people, and I always start crying remembering that awful day. The last time he apologized and said he wouldn't tell it again, but he still doesn't understand and makes passing jokes about it. This is long, but I just wanted to tell my story. I really hope Paul gets proper help and feels better. ❤️
I've had very similar panic attacks and let me say I greatly sympathize. In those moments there's not much that helps. Your mind just goes wild
You ever had an anxiety attack to where you lose feeling in your legs. to where you then panic because you cant feel your legs? yeah, lol worst day ever. Anxiety attack had me thinking I was going to become paralyzed
Yes! My first panic attack, I lost feeling from the waist up. I had no clue what was happening. I just knew I couldn't breathe and couldn't feel my body. I was given a bottle of water opened for me and i grabbed it with both my palms because I had no motor function in my hands. I remember crying and knowing I was crying because I could see tears in my eyes, but couldn't feel the tears roll down my cheeks. I had a splitting head ache as well. I had no clue why they insisted I went in a wheel chair instead of walking myself since I could feel my legs. I had no clue just how close I was to passing out. This went on for an hour and took my several hours to truly stabilize. To this day, it's unknown how I didn't pass out. That was six years ago this week and I still remember it like it happened yesterday.
i had a panic attack at band rehearsal because my friend was hyperventilating. and that whole week i had been suffering from anxiety and panic attacks. so when i saw my friend hyperventilate it triggered my panic attack. i stood up to seek help. and i fell to the ground. to this day i’m embarrassed because of it. but my legs were jelly and were going numb. and i was freaking out. the techs helped me, and then they were paying attention to him and i was scared for my friend. but thankfully we both are alright now!
I m so glad.. y'all told me your stories. It helps alot. Do y'all take medicine? Is it helping for y'all. I'm still having trouble with mine
@@Ashley-pn2is i do not take medicine. we were looking for medication for me but my doctor said we should wait and see
@@kayla7497 wow. That's awesome. I think. I started taking some for me.. for proble a couple months now. And it's been a rollercoaster
I’ve been suffering bad panic attacks and anxiety my heart goes out to this man. I know how hard it is it’s literally hell on earth. The hard part is people think you’re lazy and don’t wanna work. But don’t know exhausting it’s is.
The first man is so sad :( My heart is bleeding :( Such a nice, sensitive man.
The older woman with dementia broke my heart. I lost my grandma almost 4 months ago to dementia/old age and she also had cancer. You truly do start to lose them slowly. I remember when we had to keep explaining to my grandma that my grandpa passed away 23 years ago and she would cry as if she just found out he passed today. It was heartbreaking and we did that almost everyday for like a month or two. I remember the first time she didn't know who i was and i cried so hard. It became more normal. I knew she didn't know who I was but I knew she loved me even though she didn't know me. Like I could just tell. Dementia is brutal and I hope one day we can prevent/treat it so no one has to experience it as well. My grandma was an amazing woman and I miss her dearly. I had the best 22 years with her and I am so glad I had even that many. To anyone who has a grandparent or parent with dementia, just know they love you. Don't fight with them if they can't remember something it won't help and will just make both of you frustrated. My grandma would get so upset when she couldn't remember. I never knew that the day I saw her was the last time I would see her. She passed the day after I saw her and none of us saw it coming because she was actually looking great that day. You never know so please hug and kiss your loved ones ❤️🙏🏻
Such a sweet sensitive man.
Depression & anxiety are so painful. And so common. I pray there is something to help him to cope better.
DBT is extremely helpful.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Paul is the strongest person I've seen today. I don't even know him, but I'm proud of him, because after all he's handling it all so well. He needs someone to be with him, make him feel loved and just feel there for a reason. He's worth it. Such a sweet soul.
That poor guy with the anxiety. I know the feeling I have dealt with panic attacks since I was a child. In my 40s I had a really bad one and ran and got my roommate she misunderstood and thought I was wanting to kill myself so she called 911. I was sitting in the middle of the front yard waiting when the police pulled up. They were great, the officer immediately realized what was going on and sat down in the grass next to me, held my hand and talked to me until EMS arrived. I kept apologizing because I felt stupid, but no one berated me, they took me to the hospital where the doctor was also knowledgeable about panic attacks and he gave me Ativan to help me calm down.
That’s so nice, glad you got some kind of help. Hope things go well! Panic attacks are so scary😭
My heart breaks for Paul and his wife Mandy. He and others should be provided help they need, no one should have to live with that horrifying anxiety.
I want to hug the first guy so bad. I have social anxiety but it isn't as bad as his and my medication generally works well. But panic attacks really do just break you down, I always ended up crying during mine. I feel for him and he seems like such an incredibly sweet guy, I can't believe anyone would physically and mentally hurt him.
Paul, where ever you are. Please, you've done so much good in this world, spread so many smiles. Please get well, we have our struggles but we can overcome them with love and support.
Anxiety attacks are really rough and I really feel for Paul. I have anxiety and used to get frequent panic attacks and it's so mentally and physically taxing. The way he talks about fear of letting people down, losing everything, and not being mad is one of the most real things that happens to me at least. I don't get panic attacks as much now, but those thoughts are constant and it's something I've gotten used to. I give huge props to Hannah and Michelle, they handled it really, really well
Paul seems to be a wonderful person to meet and greet, when the symptoms of depression and anxiety are under control 😊👍
If I were his friend, I would for sure just be there for him, and do what Michelle and Hannah did, to make sure Paul were alright
My heart is completely with Paul. I've always struggled with severe anxiety and episodes of depression and so much of the worries he voiced sounded like it came from my own head. I hope Paul gets all the help he needs and feels better soon
I dont know how this popped up in my recommended but I am loving this.
My heart was breaking for Paul. Anxiety attacks are brutal. The compassion shown to him was lovely to see.
Paul made my heart hurt so much, I know what he's going through and I wish so badly that he didn't have to.
These paramedics are such lovely people
I found working in warehouses, is the best for me having bad anxiety, and attacks. You don’t have to interact too much with people, and can keep to yourself.
I did recently resign from a job, as we’d have to stand, stretch (centre of attention) and sing a rhyme in front of EVERYONE. That was worse than the hard work everyday, and driving a forklift all day.
So ...I feel so much for the first guy, it’s terrifying and EMBARRASSING shaking, crying, and hyperventilating in front of people. 😢
This is anxiety, we can’t just change our thoughts... and we’re fixed... our brains are just wired a bit wrong.
I live in the US and was put into an ambulance for a severe anxiety attack. I’ve got ptsd and ambulances are a trigger, so once I was in the back I actually worsened. They were so patient and understanding, but nothing like the compassion I’m seeing for the first man. It’s absolutely wonderful how they spoke with him.
Zombie Moto Oh, lucky. I stopped having anyone call an ambulance when mine are severe because the times I have they told me there was nothing they could do for me. It’s like they didn’t want to deal with me.
Silver Gemini I was in high school at a football game, I marched in the band. I kept passing out and my boyfriend had to carry me to the ambulance and tell them all my medical history bc my co2 levels were at a 32 instead of 12 and my o2 was down to 90 or something. They had to put a mask on me and took me to the hospital bc I wasn’t improving and they needed to do an iv and something else. It’s all a blur
The first man literally broke my heart but that little girl made me feel a bit better
god that poor man made me cry so much. :'(((( i know EXACTLY how it feels. had a severe anxiety disorder since in 22, i am 29
They’re so much more compassionate than EMT’s in the usa
It's really sad that panic attacks are really just someone being very frightened. That this fear just grows to an unbearable point. I wanted to hug the first guy. I know that place so well. I hope he's doing better, free of those horrible symptoms.
I've never wanted to meet with a patient in my life. Paul and I have the same problems. I have learned something from him and next time I have a panic attack, I am going to try the square method
I also have anxiety and my psychologist taught me a breathing exercise that really helps. Breathe in slowly for 9 through your nose, hold it for 4 and breathe out for 8 through your nose AND mouth.
it's not a cure, but it does help... I've been there... good luck to you
Paul broke my heart.. I struggle with severe anxiety as well, and know the pain all too well. I hope Paul got the help he needed, and I'm so glad the NHS exists in the UK. can't believe we don't have that here in the US..
I feel like paul would greatly benefit from learning the EFT (emotional freedom tapping) it's wonderful for anxiety. It helped me stay at a job longer than a few months.
What is eft and how do you do it
These two paramedics are brilliant. They are so caring and kind. Bravo for them.
I just hope, there's something like MC for people that suffering depression and anxiety attack. I just hope, we can take a day, or 3 days off when we're feeling down, so we can feeling better next day 😔 instead off being absent which is stressful because the employer will push you, stressing you, and punish you for being absent. And i hope, people won't make jokes or taking advantage with it
poor paul, sweetheart! i hope he's feeling safe wherever he is now
I don't know how it is in England, but in America I completely understand anyone who refuses to call 911 or ride in an ambulance, because everything is SO expensive and it is hard to afford anything. It is so stupid because the people that need it the most can't get the help because there isn't enough money.
Thats true
Ambulances are covered under national health care in the UK.