Panic attacks?!


Question:

Panic attacks?

I've been freaking out and under alot of stress lately, feeling like i can't breathe, is it possiable that I'm having a panic attack, it lasts for a couple of min. but it feels like i need to leave the room and go someplace safe. should i get help?


Answers:

Hi! Yes it certainly sounds like a panic attack. First and foremost, you need to learn how to breathe properly. (This will control your panic). When you feel anxious, you begin to breathe more rapidly (or yawn or sigh). This extra intake of oxygen makes you feel even more anxious – and you start breathing even more rapidly. This cycle continues until you hyperventilate and have a panic attack.

The good news is you can stop this cycle! As soon as you notice the signs of anxiety, check your breathing: breathe in slowly through your nose pushing your tummy out (to the count of 5 or so). Breathe out slowly and for a bit longer (to the count of 7 or so) through your mouth. Do not breathe rapidly or shallowly (in the chest area). This will soon restore the balance of oxygen and you will feel a lot better. (Don't overdo the deep breathing though - Books and psychologists can explain it a lot better than me!) Once you start practising, it’ll become second nature.

Also I would really, really advise a course of Cognitive Behavioural therapy. CBT is proven to be the most effective thing for panic attacks. It takes a bit of work, but if you put the effort in it’s super effective. You can speak to your doctor about doing a course, or you can take a course for free online at: http://www.livinglifetothefull.com/elear...

Remember that you always have the power to stop your panic attack!

Good luck! I hope you start feeling better really soon.




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