starente15
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- Oct 27, 2014
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- Lost a loved one
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- 10/2017
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- US
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- NJ
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- Northern
Hi everyone. I was wondering if anyone here has experience rapid breathing. My dad's respirations are high (30's) but considered the new 'normal'. He always says he needs to calm down to get his breathing under control but seems unable to do so.
I've noticed that when his mind is occupied he breathes more slowly. He admits that it speeds up when his mind is on it. Unfortunately, he is depressed and has lost interest in doing anything even though we've given suggestions for things that could occupy his time. I've also suggested listening to music and counting backward to try to slow things down.
Has anyone experienced and been able to deal with it on a daily basis. For him, the only thing that really helps is going on the bipap. TIA!
I've noticed that when his mind is occupied he breathes more slowly. He admits that it speeds up when his mind is on it. Unfortunately, he is depressed and has lost interest in doing anything even though we've given suggestions for things that could occupy his time. I've also suggested listening to music and counting backward to try to slow things down.
Has anyone experienced and been able to deal with it on a daily basis. For him, the only thing that really helps is going on the bipap. TIA!