A Basic Guide on How to Avoid Panic Attacks

What is a panic attack? Well it is a symptom of anxiety at its worst. Even though it only affects a few people, it is still an increasing problem in our society. The fear that is linked with it can be remedied with professional help. I am writing this article as an introduction to the symptoms of panic attacks, so it should not be thought of as a clinical guidance on treating the affliction. The best thing to do if you undergo constant attacks is to see your doctor or some other certified health practitioner to talk about your problem.

Even though having a Panic attack is enormously distressing; the thing is it is not life threatening. Remember it is essential to know that some of the symptoms of an attack such as an increased heart beat, or the feeling of suffocation, will not actually bring on a heart attack. Even though the feeling of an oncoming attack is scary, a panic attack will not result in any bodily injury. Most Sufferers who have had the disorder for quite a while will generally learn to be aware of this 'heart attack feeling', and will be more able to cope with the attack.

If you suffer from a panic disorder you most likely have attacks on a regular basis. Some sufferers have panic attacks once or twice a month, still others have attacks many times in a week. If you have a panic disorder, you may begin feel strained and worried about when your next attack will be. This then can make your stress level worst and lead you to be unable to cope with stress in a controlled way.

People come across stress in all parts of their private and working lives. The thing is this is not the problem the real problem is in how people deal with stress. If people could learn to control their stress level they would then stand an excellent chance of eliminating panic attacks before they start.

One the best therapy obtainable for panic disorder is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. This is a psychological form of treatment, and involves the client having a once weekly sessions with a therapist to talk about the problem. For instance, the client may talk about how they act in response when they have a panic attack. Also what they think about when they are actually having the attack. The therapist will also teach the client relaxation and breathing techniques to combat the stress felt during the attack.

Once the therapist has identified negative thoughts and beliefs, the client can then work on changing them with more rational and holistic ones. All this becomes easier when the client accept the panic attack as just part of life that needs to be overcome.

Becoming overwrought over having extreme anxiety will only make things worse. No one can expect to change overnight. Changing deep-rooted ways of behaving can take time; so if you suffer from panic attacks go slowly and pace yourself. Good luck!