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onsdag 7 oktober 2009

Stopping Panic Attacks In Their Tracks

By Paula Adams

"Flee or flight". That's how our body reacts when we perceive danger. A panic attacks occurs when we think there is danger but there really isn't. We get ready to run away or deal with the problem. Our body starts to tense, our heart rate increases and we start to breathe heavily. We get a burst of energy to combat the invisible enemy. You do not have to feel helpless when you think of having a panic attack. Experts do not know what causes a panic attack but you can learn how to stop them.

A panic attacks creates many of the symptoms of a heart attacks. You can have chest pain or tightness in the chest, a fast heartbeat and labored breathing. Many first timers end up in the emergency room thinking they are about to die. Besides those symptoms, a panic attack sufferer has an intense feeling of terror or fear.

A panic attacks usually starts with an overwhelming feeling of dread. Out of nowhere you start to feel fear. You could be driving your car, eating a meal or even sound asleep.

There is evidence that panic attacks can run in the family. You could be more susceptible than others because someone in your family suffered from anxiety disorder, depression or bipolar disorder. Stopping panic attacks is possible, you do not have to continue to suffer.

Many times the everyday struggles that we go through can cause panic attacks. Major life stresses, such as divorce or physical illnesses can bring them on. Once you have your first attack, you feel another is soon to follow. Your next attacks may be brought on just by the thought of having another panic attack. You can find programs that can help in stopping panic attacks.

Other reasons people get panic attacks are:

- Depression

- Drug or alcohol abuse

- Too many cigarettes or coffee

Even though you may not know what causes your panic attacks, you can take steps to stop the attack once it starts. It may seem like you are dying but remember that people don't die from panic attacks. When you do feel an attack coming on, breathe deeply and think calm thoughts. Do whatever is necessary to get through those 10 to 20 minutes of terror. Keep reading for more information.

To conquer your ailment, you must try to find out exactly what causes your attacks. Most people believe that stress plays a large role in triggering panic attacks. Nobody knows your body better than you do. If stress is the major cause of your panic attacks, you need to get a handle on what truly stresses you out. It may not be what you think. Do some soul searching and talk to your medical provider about how you can lower your stress levels. Look at what's going on in your life that might be creating stressful situations and find ways to eliminate or reduce them.

Don't let panic attacks get in the way of your normal day to day activities. Learning how to confront and overcome the feelings that trigger the attack will keep them at bay.

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