Panic Attacks And Symptoms You Should Not Ignore

Having panic attacks is one of the most treatable anxiety disorders. But some people do not know they have it. What are the common panic attacks and symptoms that one should know about? What best describes the people who encounter these?

People who avoid normal situations such as driving, shopping or leaving home are those who suffer panic attacks. They often fear to confront a particular place or scenario, and feel more confident when there are people around them.

It is crucial to know that an anxiety attack that a person experiences can actually be explained. People should not dwell on their fears and in being negative. Instead, they should project themselves doing more useful things like exercising, learning a new skill or simply just to overcome their fright.

How do you know if you are suffering from a panic disorder? Answer the following questions:

· Do you think that something bad is bound to happen if things don’t go according to what you want?

· Do you feel tense almost all the time?

· Do you feel worried but you can’t really pinpoint the reason why?

· Are you constantly feeling on the edge?

· Do you think that a catastrophe is about to take place?

· Do you avoid being in everyday activities that make you anxious?

· Does your anxiety interfere with your daily activities and relationships?

· Do you encounter heart attack like symptoms and unexpected feelings of panic?

If you have answered yes to all or most of these questions, then you might be suffering from panic disorder. Aside from this, your heart will pound and your hands may tingle or become numb, and you might feel flushed or chilled or you may feel sweaty, weak, faint, or dizzy. You may also encounter emotional feelings such as:

· Having trouble concentrating

· Becoming too tense

· Anticipating something negative

· Becoming restless

· Feeling of dread

· Being apprehensive

· Irritability

· Watching for signs of danger

· Feeling like your mind’s gone blank

Your body also encounters:

· A pounding heart

· Sweating

· Upset stomach

· Dizziness

· Shortness of breath

· Fatigue

· Tension

· Headaches

· Trouble sleeping

· Tremors

These are just a few physical and emotional symptoms of having panic disorder attacks. Once you encounter these, it is best to seek for medical advice from your doctor to be properly diagnosed. People often worry that they have a dangerous heart disease or lung problem, but the truth is: a panic episode mimics a heart attack because the symptoms involve all the other main organs as well.

Although panic attacks are NOT fatal, they can be uncomfortable and dangerous when not controlled. Panic attack disorder is diagnosed when people encounter at least two unexpected panic attacks, within a period of one month. The frequency of attacks can differ from person to person.

Do not let these panic attacks and symptoms get the best of you. Look for the most suitable treatment for yourself. Try natural and drug free techniques to control your attacks like those mentioned in our Panic Away eBook. Don’t waste time and get your copy today!

By: Diane Louise Y. Villanueva

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Diane Louise Y. Villanueva is an expert in Panic Attacks. For more information on Panic attacks and symptoms, visit www.StopPanicAttacksToday.org/.