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How do i treat chronic anxiety and panic attacks?

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Meds and therapy: Panic attacks occur when our brain believes we are in danger, and engages the fight or flight response. The good news is that panic attacks are usually easily treated with a combination of medications and cognitive behavioral therapy. Learning relaxation strategies is helpful, as are soothing self talk and distraction. Here is a relaxation link to get you started: http://tinyurl.Com/bnodn8y.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Michael Depietro answered

Specializes in Pulmonary Critical Care

Meds/ counseling: The therapy for these problems is usually a combination of anti-anxiety medicines and counseling to help deal with and diminish the anxiety and panic attacks.

Answered 5/10/2016

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