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Anxiety and Your Panic Attacks
from: Oze ParrotPanic attacks are a common form of anxiety, and are distinguished by sudden short bouts of intense fear, apprehension or physical irritations. Generally, the duration of an attack will be about ten, or less, minutes and will strike for no apparent reason. People who have suffered from a panic attack, reported that the experience is the most frightening, disturbing and distressing feeling, ever imaginable. Approximately one in sixty of adult Americans suffer from panic attacks, and the condition also exists in all parts of the world.
When sufferers undergo a panic attack they experience physical symptoms that include, sweating, dizziness, nauseous, gagging, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, palpitations, sweating, chest pain, headache, giddiness, hot flushes, cold hands, trembling, or feelings of doom.
The disorder can affect individuals in various ways. People, who have regular panic attacks may be able to withstand the effects of an attack, without outwardly displaying any symptoms, particularly when in the company of others. While on the other hand, other people may be completely overcome by an attack, become outwardly distressed and call out for help.
Correct breathing is an important part of bringing a panic attack under control. By practicing rhythmic breathing methods on a regular basis, a patient can apply the technique when experiencing an attack. Shortness of breath or gagging are prevalent symptoms of most attacks and by being able to control your breathing you will find that many other symptoms will be allayed.
One may apply other relaxing techniques in the advent of an attack that may also help ease the severity of the symptoms. Meditation, is an excellent practice that will help to soothe both body and mind. Reading a verse or passage at the onset of an attack, can help to keep the mind away from gloomy or scary thoughts.
One should always be prepared to deal with a panic attack, as they can strike at any time without warning. Whenever you go out, take with you a bag containing items that may help you to deal with an attack. Items should include, any prescribed medications, with directions for their use just in case you are unable to administer them yourself, your doctor's number, emergency numbers and the number of a friend or relative. The bag should also contain a paper bag to blow into, in order to control your breathing, a relaxing verse to read and any other security items that will help you to dispel your gloomy thoughts and relax.
Living with a chronic anxiety disorder, can be difficult unless you seek professional advice at an early stage, have the disorder properly diagnosed, and have the condition treated accordingly. If you are among the many people suffering from panic attacks, seek proper medical care at once, you will be glad that you did.