Panic Attacks

[Emeralda]

If you have a history of panic attacks you could always talk to a doctor before hand. They might have some ways to help you to calm down if you are having on/getting one. If you really want to go on some for the thrill rides. But if that is not an option I would not recommended going on them.
(Yes, I do understand panic attacks, I get really bad ones sometimes. And I find the just breath technique really annoying and not helpful.)

 

[Cinderella94]

There is a 99.9999999% chance that I will be okay, but I would just like the peace of mind to know that there is an out even in the worst case scenario.

Once the ride has begun, there is not a safe 'out.' I'm not saying this with any sort of judgement---just stating the fact. There have been many cases (check snopes dot com if you have doubts) of people standing up on BTMRR, and other rides of the like; these cases usually end in death. Once the ride is moving, you are on for the duration.

 

[Zippa D Doodah]

It's not a matter of slowing down a ride to accomodate anyone IMO. I don't have a problem at all with that at all. What does merit strong forethought is the possibility that one might become so panicked that s/he crawls out of a ride vehicle and endangers themself, others guests, or CMs.
In the scenario presented by OP upthread, what if someone freaked out and wriggled their way out of a ToT vehicle? Might not other guest/s try to "save" that person and inadvertently get hurt/killed?

 

[AliceinHalloweentown]

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2351761

In that thread you said there was "no way you are getting on R + R coaster and TOT".

So, I don't see why this is a problem.
Personally, I think you're a troll, just enjoying stirring up trouble.. especially on this thread when you know these actions could get you or others injured.

 

[ticklemepink]

R+R and TOT are extreme examples. There are varying levels of thrill on these various rides, and I just find it hard of where to draw the line, esp when I haven't been to the park in almost 20 years.

 

[Cinderella94]

You have obviously thought of what you will try to do on certain rides if you become panicked--you can now avoid those rides and stop playing 'what if.' Simple.

 

[lacrosse_lady72]

http://disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2351761

In that thread you said there was "no way you are getting on R + R coaster and TOT".

So, I don't see why this is a problem.
Personally, I think you're a troll, just enjoying stirring up trouble.. especially on this thread when you know these actions could get you or others injured.

DING, DING, DING! I think we have a winner. When OP asked the question originally it seemed legit but when OP started getting ridiculously defensive about nothing, I started smelling Troll.

 

[Sandy321]

then google on youtube -

for instance TOT - the ride up the elevator - the show of the elevator wandering over towards the "drop" that would probably cause a panic attack (or heighten the fear of the drop!!)

and ITA with others. just dont do it - you are not entitled to endanger others or ruin their ride.

 

[pixie921]

DING, DING, DING! I think we have a winner. When OP asked the question originally it seemed legit but when OP started getting ridiculously defensive about nothing, I started smelling Troll.

Yup. I give up. No point in trying to be helpful to someone who isn't interested in help.

 

[ticklemepink]

I am not being defensive. I just think the issue is more complex than simply telling people to stay off the rides. I guess my question was answered. If someone is in distress, there is nothing that can be done until the ride is over. Sorry for asking.

 

[BradyBz12]

Keep in mind that you are seat belted in and the belt locks before they close the "elevator" doors and doesn't unlock until the ride is over, so it's not likely you could get out of your seat.

If it were me and I thought there was a chance of a real panic attack, I would not get on the ride. It's not worth the risk to me just for the sake of a ride.

 

[vettechick99]

Originally Posted by ticklemepink

Are you saying that I should avoid all thrill rides? Taking Space, Splash, Big Thunder, EE, RR, TOT, Dinosaur, TT, and Soarin out of the equation will leave me with a very dull experience esp if my friend is very much into thrill rides. There is a 99.9999999% chance that I will be okay, but I would just like the peace of mind to know that there is an out even in the worst case scenario. I understand what you say about being inconvenienced with the delay, but aren't the rides slowed down to accomodate those with physical disabilities? What about those with mental issues?

I work with people with disabilities and find your reference to the population insulting. Disabled people do not want to be treated special, and do not expect the whole world to accommodate them. They know their limits. You should either find techniques for working with your disability, or skip the rides altogether.

FYI, I haven't been on a thrill ride in 4 or 5 years (I have a child so we skip them and do more family-friendly attractions) but have had lots of great times at Disney recently. It is possible to have fun away from the thrill rides.

 

[Diznee1234]

R+R coaster doesn't bother me, because once it starts it is pretty much over.

I just watched Tower of Terror on youtube for example. What happens when you get to the 5th floor (where you see the ghosts) and just totally lose it. Are you latched in at that point? I fear that I will try to climb out of the ride vehicle and get hurt. Are there any panic buttons?

That's a good question... I know that there are cameras on you at all times, but I don't know how to signal the ride to stop. I have panic attacks too. Had one right before we were going to drop... but I screamed and screamed and it was over before I knew it. I don't know if I'll ever ride it again, but it's over with so quickly...

 

[ticklemepink]

I think people with panic attacks fear the lack of being in control more than the scary thing itself.

To the other OP, I am sorry that you can't differentiate between those with special physical needs vs those with special mental/psychological needs.

 

[pwmitch237]

Are you saying that I should avoid all thrill rides? Taking Space, Splash, Big Thunder, EE, RR, TOT, Dinosaur, TT, and Soarin out of the equation will leave me with a very dull experience esp if my friend is very much into thrill rides. There is a 99.9999999% chance that I will be okay, but I would just like the peace of mind to know that there is an out even in the worst case scenario. I understand what you say about being inconvenienced with the delay, but aren't the rides slowed down to accomodate those with physical disabilities? What about those with mental issues?

The only time I know that they will slow down an attraction is when a guest has to transfer from a wheelchair to the attraction vehicle, or vice-versa, but once the guest is in the attraction, it's back on full-speed. (most Omnimover attractions are great examples from this)

 

[robinb]

I think people with panic attacks fear the lack of being in control more than the scary thing itself.

To the other OP, I am sorry that you can't differentiate between those with special physical needs vs those with special mental/psychological needs.

Isn't the "chicken exit" the accomodation for those who suffer from panic attacks in confined circumstances?

 

[AliceinHalloweentown]

Isn't the "chicken exit" the accomodation for those who suffer from panic attacks in confined circumstances?

Yep.

Its the person's responsibility to know what they cannot handle and act logically upon that knowledge.
Injuring or otherwise affecting others, not just yourself, is clearly not smart.

You already aren't excited and are otherwise heavily resenting the decision to go to Disney as exhibited by your previous thread, so skipping a few attractions obviously won't make or break your experience.

 

[pwmitch237]

Isn't the "chicken exit" the accomodation for those who suffer from panic attacks in confined circumstances?

The "chicken exit" is the exit that is before you board the attraction's vehicle.

Therefore, it is for people who A) Just wanted to experience the queue, not the actual ride, or B) the people who get freaked out, and/or have a panic attack in the queue who don't want to ride. However, once your on the attraction and in motion, only an absolute emergency would stop it.

For example, in Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, it is the door behind the cast member directing you to rows. That door, or exit, leads to the attraction's exit walkway.... I've had to use Rock 'n' Roller Coaster's.

-pwmitch237

 

[ticklemepink]

The problem is that oftentimes you aren't sure of what you are in for UNTIL you are on the ride.

From what I understand, the chicken exit has to be used before you get on the ride vehicle. In Mission Space for example, what if they close the pod and you freak out after not realizing how claustrophobic it actually is. How would you know this until after the ride starts, esp if you have never been on the ride before?

 

[AliceinHalloweentown]

Then you ride.
There's really nothing they can do short of E-stop, I think.