They come on suddenly for no apparent reason. A panic attack is a deeply frightening experience for those who suffer from them. So powerful that the fear of a future panic attack can persist in the mind of the sufferer. The sufferer can become afraid to leave home for fear of another episode of gripping panic.
The symptoms of sweating, temperature changes, rapid heart beat, light headedness, dizziness, feelings of unreality, and a sense of impending doom can lead the person experiencing an attack to believe they are “going crazy” or about to die.
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Although a panic attack is harrowing for the person experiencing it, panic attacks almost never lead to long term harm. The symptoms experienced are due to the effects of the same biochemicals the body releases when faced with a stressful situation, although with a panic attack there is no obvious trigger.
How to Deal with Panic Attacks without Medication (link)
Although the exact cause of panic attacks isn’t known, they tend to be more common in anxious individuals and can have a hereditary component. If your mom experienced panic attacks, you may be at higher risk for developing them yourself.
Certain medical conditions can predispose to panic attacks including mitral valve prolapse, an overactive thyroid, and hypoglycemia. That’s why it’s always a good idea to get a medical evaluation to rule out one of these treatable disorders.
Reduce Caffeine Intake. Long Term Caffeine Use Can Cause Anxiety & Depression. Coffee < Herbal Tea.
Certain medications can activate the
nervous system and trigger a panic attack. Review your medication list with your doctor to be sure you’re not taking a medication that could increase your risk of panic episodes. One “medication” that most people don’t consider is the use of caffeine. Some individuals are exquisitely sensitive to the effects of caffeine and may experience anxiety and panic attacks even after a single cup of coffee. If you have a tendency towards panic, eliminate caffeine from your diet.
Why do Panic Attacks Actually Happen?
Here's an interesting fact about anxiety and panic attacks: Did you know that just like hiccups, doctors still can't agree exactly why they happen to you?
You can re-calibrate like a new battery with an old or dead battery.
