Originally Posted by Mediachick

I have severe fear of flying and am already starting to feel nervous at the tought of this plane trip... I was told to get Ativan which is suppose to really calm me down and make the trip go smooth. I am not too crazy about taking medication but I prefer that then having a 3 hours panic attack. Anybody has the same problem or some advice? I know most people think this phobia is stupid, and I think so too, but I just cant help it once im on the plane