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What should i do to calm a severe panic attack?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Panic: Breathing exercises, relaxation thru distraction & meditation, medications if needed to calm the panic symptoms. Discuss with your doctor.

Answered 5/10/2016

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Dr. Alessandra Bertolucci answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

See a Doc: For severe panic attack you can use behavioral treatment, not necessarily meds, but need to have a therapist helping.

Answered 4/25/2016

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Panic attack: I agree with other physicians that cognitive behavioral therapy is a good choice for this , it help identify u negative thoughts and help u change them to positive one.

Answered 4/25/2016

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While it's happening: When ur brain senses danger (even when there's none) its fear & rage centers go into overdrive preparing ur body 2run or 2fight. The centers get u 2breathe fast because ur body needs lots of oxygen.(o2) 4 running/fighting. But if u get too much o2 in relation 2carbon dioxide (co2) u experience sensations of panic. To chase away panic:, take slow, shallow breaths. Cup ur hands & breathe thru them.

Answered 10/23/2017

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