What is a panic attack?

Sudden Fear: Panic attacks involve sudden episodes of fear, anxiety, or extreme discomfort accompanied by 4 or more associated cognitive issues (deficits in flexibility, planning, attention, concentration, working memory, problem solving, reinforcement learning and verbal fluency) or autonomic symptoms(salivation, constipation, urinary incontinence, low BP and sexual dysfunction). 0.

Panic: Sudden onset of apprehension and fear, accompanied by physical symptom as sweating, dizziness, heart racing, rapid breathing, sense of urgency, etc. No clear trigger can be identified.

Panic attacks may: Develop rapidly w sxs of: anxiety; rapid, pounding heart beat; chest tightness/pain; shortness of breath w hyperventilation; hot or cold flashes; sense of butterflies in stomach, nausea or vomiting; tingling of mouth or extremities; ^ sweating; feeling faint or lightheaded; headache or shaking, difficulty swallowing or tight throat; a sense that you aren't real or that the world around you is.

Stay active: Exercise is a great way to relieve stress. Your body releases endorphins during exercise, which can help you feel calm. If you exercise 30 - 60 minutes a day, your stress levels can improve. When stressed, take 5 slow, deep breaths with your eyes closed, then roll your shoulders forward 5 times, then back 5 times. This will slow your heart rate and release tension in your neck and shoulders.

Breathe: The 4-7-8 breath is a helpful way to calm yourself when anxious, and most panic attacks dissipate within a few minutes. Practice this breathing technique at least twice a day so you have it within you if you need it. Here's a site w/instructions: http://www.Drweil.Com/drw/u/vdr00112/the-4-7-8-breath-benefits-and-demonstration.Html longer term, see psychiatrist/therapist for help w/panic.

See the link below: Panic attacks treatment (diy) - therapy www.Selftherapy.Org/panic-attacks-treatment.Php free transcript describes a self treatment for panic attacks and other anxiety disorders.

Panic attacks can : Develop rapidly ; include: marked anxiety; rapid, pounding heart beat; chest tightness or pain; shortness of breath with hyperventilation; hot or cold flashes; a sense of butterflies in the stomach, nausea or even vomiting; tingling of mouth or extremities; increased sweating; feeling faint or lightheaded; headache or shaking. There may be difficulty swallowing or tight throat; a sense that you a.

Options : Deep abdominal breathing progressive muscle relaxation positive muscle relaxation.

Bring it on ; then..: If u feel panic attack coming on or if u're in situation that might bring one on, try this: let it come! actually let it happen! so if u feel one coming on tell urself "i can handle it -even though it won't feel good!" and before one comes or while it's happening 1) do slow "belly breathing"; ; 2) alternate between squeezing ; relaxing different muscle groups. U'll learn u have control over them!

Several things: Panic attacks are very frightening.The first thing I advise is slow deep breathing. Sometimes panic attacks are related to low blood sugar or dehydration so slowly drinking a glass of water and a piece of fruit may help. Lavender oil can be calming; consider diluting a few drops in water and spraying or adding some to a hot bath. Bach Flower Rescue Remedy drops really help some folks. See comment:

Panic attacks: If you can find a quiet place - do so. Breath in slowly; deeply through your nostrils. Fill your lungs with air (but not to the point of discomfort). Hold for a count of five then slowly begin to exhale through an open mouth. Repeat at least 12 times, longer if you need to.

Panic attacks : These can be treated depending on the level of the problem. Sometimes medications are needed. Most often working on the underlying emotional conflict through therapy is best to get to the root of the issue.

Tips and tricks: Please see a therapist to learn all you can about panic attacks and techniques to lower anxiety, such as deep breathing etc. best of luck to you!

Panic attacks: Panic attacks can be triggered by different things in different people. It is important to try to identify your triggers. It maybe helpful to keep a log of when and how often your attacks occur to try to determine a pattern. Deep breathing can be helpful to ease an anxiety attack. Inhaling for 6 seconds, holding it for 6 seconds and then exhaling for 6 seconds. Then repeat. Meditation is good