Subject: I Blacked Out in Class and I’m Dreading Going Back
I experienced a scary moment at school recently, and I really don’t want to return. I’ve attached a snapshot of my heart rate when it happened—I passed out at 65 bpm.
For some context, I just resumed my ADHD and anxiety medications after a break for surgery. I’ve never had withdrawal symptoms before, so I didn’t expect any issues this time. That morning, I took 100 mg of Zoloft and 18 mg of Concerta with breakfast, and I had also finished a full water bottle.
It was the first period, around 9:20 AM, when I started to feel strange. I got cold sweats and experienced tunnel vision. The next thing I knew, I woke up on the floor with my teacher asking if I was okay, while my classmates stared in silence. I felt so disoriented and embarrassed that I just said I had fallen asleep.
After a minute or two, my teacher called the nurse, and thankfully that class ended. I could see everything with a distorted orange tint, and it felt like I was hearing TV static. When the nurse arrived, she looked concerned and said I appeared very pale. She even brought a wheelchair, but I opted to walk to avoid more embarrassment.
I started feeling better within five minutes, but this was the first time anything like this ever happened to me. I have no idea what caused it, and the thought of going back to that class is overwhelming.
TL;DR: Started my ADHD and anxiety meds again, then got cold sweats and blacked out in class. Woke up on the floor to everyone staring at me. I absolutely do NOT want to go back after that embarrassing experience.
I’m really sorry to hear about your experience; that sounds incredibly frightening and difficult to deal with. It’s completely understandable to feel anxious about returning to class after something like that, especially with all the attention it drew. Your health and well-being are the most important, so it might be a good idea to talk to a doctor about your symptoms and the medications you’re taking. They can help determine if there’s a connection or if anything needs to be adjusted.
As for going back to class, it might help to discuss what happened with a trusted teacher or school counselor. They can provide support and may help ease your anxiety about returning. Remember that your classmates may forget about it sooner than you think, and you’re not alone in feeling embarrassed—many people have experienced something similar at some point. Take your time and don’t rush into it until you feel ready. Your feelings are valid, and focusing on your recovery should come first.