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Is it possible with panic attacks to give yourself an adrenaline rush or head rish by just thinking that it is gonna happen?

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Yes: Thoughts can trigger the occurrence of physiological changes in the body. This can include having a 'fight or flight' sympathetic/emergency response when you are thinking about having a panic attack. Adrenaline/epinephrine and related chemical messengers cause for increase in heart rate, changes in breathing pattern, and more. Treatment includes breaking this vicious cycle (cognitive behavioral).

Answered 9/12/2012

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Yes: That could be called: in vitro exposure. It can actually be a very powerful tool. If one can imagine a situation and have a panic attack and then, just allow the anxiety to wash over until it naturally goes away, one can eventually rid themselves of the anxiety. It is part of the exposure & response prevention paradigm and is very effective. If a person cam do it, they can avoid needing medicines.

Answered 2/20/2016

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Yes: That could be called: in vitro exposure. It can actually be a very powerful tool. If one can imagine a situation and have a panic attack and then, just allow the anxiety to wash over until it naturally goes away, one can eventually rid themselves of the anxiety. It is part of the exposure & response prevention paradigm and is very effective. If a person cam do it, they can avoid needing medicines.

Answered 2/20/2016

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