It is getting hard to breathe deeply. It feels like there are giant hands pressing on your breastbone and your spine. Everything around you is starting to spin. You know that these are all the symptoms of a heart attack. There is only one issue, though. You also know that you are not having one.
A panic attack is a type of anxiety disorder that affects millions of people each year. The attacks can be so debilitating that sufferers often find themselves unable to leave their homes or do simple everyday tasks. The isolation that is caused by these attacks can lead to depression and inability to function. Thankfully, there are many safe and effective panic attack cures that can help even the most persistent of sufferers.
Instead, you are having a full blown panic attack. You have already been through this a bunch of times. You and your doctor have discussed what to do to control panic attacks. So, why is this happening again?
Most likely, you have forgotten to do the proper things before arriving at the place you find is causing the attack. There are some very specific ways to prevent panic attacks. This is a much better option than waiting for one to begin and trying to control it.
First and foremost, you must learn to recognize what triggers your panic attacks. These are different for every sufferer, so it is extremely important that you are hones with your doctor and yourself to make sure you are as prepared as possible to fend off another attack.
Next, I suggest that you look for alternate ways to handle the business at hand. If you discover that grocery shopping is one major stressor for you, see if there is a different way to go about it. Do you only panic when you are alone? If so, take a companion. Do you find that it is just one specific store that sets you off? Then just find a different store.
If you can find a way to prevent putting yourself in situations that are possible triggers, then do so. A lot of people would say that to really be healed, you should face your demons head on. I heartily disagree. There may be a time when you are ready to go to that place to test your skills at controlling panic attacks, but you should never feel like you must do it.
Since panic attacks are triggered almost exclusively by stress and perceived dangerous situations, throwing yourself into one to prove you are tough is not a good idea. It may take a very long time to get control and forcing the healing process is just going to add to the stress levels. This will, in turn, almost double your chance of having a panic attack immediately.
The absolute best thing to do is to avoid situations that trigger your attacks. However, you can remind yourself to breathe slowly and deeply. Do a lot of self talk. Tell yourself that you are fine and that there is no real danger. Most importantly, be patient with yourself. There are many people who do not understand panic attacks. You do. Treat yourself kindly.
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