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What to do about my panicking when thinking about having a panic attack?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Anticipatory Anxiety: can lead to another panic attack. Consider behavioral therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy. Take care.

Answered 9/28/2016

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