A panic attack, according to various online resources, is “a sudden surge of overwhelming fear that comes without warning and without any obvious reason. It is far more intense than the feeling of being ‘stressed out’ that most people experience.” Although it is not dangerous, a panic attack may be alarming and frightening because it makes one feel out of control that one would mistake it for a heart attack.

The symptoms were – “racing heartbeat, difficulty in breathing, terror that is almost paralyzing, lightheadedness, trembling, sweating, shaking, fear that you’re going to go crazy or are about to die.”

The positive side is that , there are some ways that you can do to avoid letting undue anxiety rule your life :

* Don’t keep it a secret. People who experienced panic attacks and refuse to tell anyone might only make things worse and even trigger more attacks, according to Shirley Swede, Seymour Sheppard Jaffe, M.D., Dr. David Barlow, authors of “The Panic Attack Recovery Book.”

* Know that it’s not a disease. There’s a lot of difference between a panic attack and a panic disorder. A panic disorder is characterized by the persistent fear of having future panic attacks and may only be diagnosed by licensed therapists.

* Arm yourself with important information about panic and anxiety. Knowledge is power. There are websites that offer tips and on dealing with anxiety and getting better such as www.panicattack-help.com and www.anxietypanic.com .

* Do not let your panic attacks rule your life. Avoid limiting your lifestyle. Do not avoid doing certain things or going to certain places in fear of triggering another attack.

* Focus on other things. Take up new interest or hobby. It will not only help you take your mind off your anxiety, it will also be a tool for relaxation.

* Do breathing exercises. Practice abdominal breathing, or what they call “belly puffs.” Try to breathe normally and focus on the relaxing feeling you get when you exhale.

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