PANIC ATTACK?/?
uuugghhhhhh asked:
i think i had 1
can u explain to me what happens during a panic attack?
well its happened more than once
my heart WAS racing
i couldnt breathe
i was hot and dizzy
and i threw up
and afterwards i calmed down but i was really paranoid and shakey
was this and anxiety attack or a panic attack?
are they the same thing?
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i think i had 1
can u explain to me what happens during a panic attack?
well its happened more than once
my heart WAS racing
i couldnt breathe
i was hot and dizzy
and i threw up
and afterwards i calmed down but i was really paranoid and shakey
was this and anxiety attack or a panic attack?
are they the same thing?
Create a video blog…instantly.
Tags: Anxiety Panic, Heart, Panic Attack
August 3rd, 2010 at 11:14 pm
well basically you freak out.
but um, watch charlie bartlett.
and, uh, go to a doctor.
August 5th, 2010 at 9:49 am
You panic. I’ve had a panic attack when two people came to harass our school bus. They were like, hitting the bus driver. I was freaking out, while my boyfriend was LAUGHING. LOL!
August 8th, 2010 at 1:29 pm
Your “fight, or flight” reflex kicks in. Adrenaline surge, etc. Google: “panic attack; symptoms”. View the techniques for control of anxiety/panic attacks, in section 8, at ezy build, below. Begin, on this first occasion, only, by holding your breath for 5, or 10 seconds: this will give you the confidence to realise that YOU CAN CONTROL YOUR BREATHING, but not pass out, or die (your autonomic nervous system resumes breathing, if you become unconscious). Advice from a published psychiatrist on controlled breathing: (1.) Get a clock, or watch with a second timer. (2.) Practise for 5 minutes, 4 times daily, until proficient. (3.) Take a small breath in, and hold it, for 6 seconds. (4.) Think to yourself: “RELAX”, just before breathing out. (5.) Try to feel a sense of releasing tension, as you breathe out. (6.) Breathe in for 3 seconds, then out, for 3 seconds. Try to make your breathing very smooth, and light, as you breathe in through your nose, and out through your mouth, or nose. (7.) For the next minute, continue to breathe in, and out, every 3 seconds. (8.) Go back to step 3, at the end of the minute, and proceed through to step 7, doing this for 5 minutes. Use this at the very first sign of a panic attack starting, or any time you feel anxious, or tense. Similar, but simpler advice, from a clinical psychologist is to breathe in to the count of 3: (one thousand one; one thousand two; one thousand three) each takes around a second to say to yourself, in your mind. Then breathe out to the count of 3. Repeat, until it begins to take effect. Understand panic attacks, and what triggers them, in your life (if it is unresolved anxiety, or stress, see sections 6, [page N first] or 42, [page i first] respectively).
The paper bag method also works for most people, but is not suited to all circumstances, such as driving, or playing sport. Another alternative is psychotherapy, to address its fundamental cause, which is usually anxiety; read section 1, and examine the & websites, and use the locators to find a therapist, (and phone book, but only if necessary). I used to suffer from panic attacks, until I questioned what had changed in my life, at, or just before that time, to trigger them, which is enough for some people. Visualise as vividly as possible, a large, red, flashing, “STOP!” sign, and/or possibly a stern faced person wagging an index finger at you in a negative manner, then say to yourself as forcefully as you can, even aloud in a big voice, if alone: “I know this tactic: GO AWAY FOR A WHILE !!!” You may want to us either: “ruse”, “ploy”, “game”, or “trick”, instead of “tactic”. It usually takes 30 – 40 repetitions, for most people, to establish a new habit. I also suggest that you learn, then practise the controlled breathing technique, until competent, then employ it, at the very first sign of a panic attack.
Practice one of the relaxation methods in sections 11, 2, 2c, or 2i, daily, and when needed. Also, give the EFT a good tryout, to see if it helps you. There is also a version for use in public places, (if you like, you can claim to have a headache, as you massage/lightly tap your temples, but you would then be restricted to subvocalising – saying it to yourself in your mind). Sections 53, and 2, 2.q and 2.o at also refer: “Even though I sometimes suffer from panic attacks, I deeply and completely accept myself.” Note: the controlled breathing only helps with the symptoms (as do medications/herbal remedies): you need to address the underlying cause, which requires some form of therapy, and Cognitive Behavio(u)ral Therapy has been shown to be effective. Imagine that the cause of your panic; your anxieties, fears, your self doubts, self recriminations, all the agonizing “I’m-so-Stupids”; every painful “I-can’t-do-it” are huge raging, hurtful bulls snorting and charging at you. You see them coming at you and you hold out your red matador’s cape at arms length and simply let them charge right by.
August 11th, 2010 at 6:05 am
When I had one (i think anyways) it felt like my heart was trying to jump out! It’s kind of like you have trouble catching your breath and you may be sort of gasping for air. Heart beat may be really fast, some people sweat, feeling like you’re losing control, dizziness, nausea, etc. Although many people have panic attacks just once or once in a blue moon, and it doesn’t mean you have an underlying disorder or that you should have to worry about it. It is basically when your body floods with hormones–there are relaxation techniques and breathing exercises you can practice if you are worried about it happening again. Breathe deeply and focus on every breath! It also helps to remember that it is a very temporary state.
August 14th, 2010 at 12:29 am
Here’s some good information for you to know (extracted from this site):
“This Is The Key To Being Panic Attack Free…
You Must Learn To Break The Fear Of Having Another Panic Attack Or You Will Never Experience Complete Freedom From Anxiety
-The anticipation of a panic attack starts the wave cycle of anxiety in motion.
-The foundation of a future panic attack is laid hours before you actually experience one.
-The slightest stress trigger will then launch the full blown panic attack into motion.
-Panic manifests itself in approximately 20 minute wave like formations.
This Is Where Your Problem Lies
There is one key factor that makes the difference between those who fully eliminate panic attacks from their lives and those who do not. The key ingredient is not medication, lifestyle changes, or relaxation exercises. It is when the individual no longer fears the thought of having a panic attack.
This may seem like a simplified and obvious observation but give it careful consideration. The one thing that has you searching for a solution to anxiety and panic attacks this very moment is the fear of having another one.
The first time a person experiences a panic attack it can feel like their world is falling down around them. Nowhere feels safe as the anxiety becomes like a stalker lurking in the background.
When this happens people begin to either avoid situations that make them anxious or they medicate themselves to the point where they are numb to the fear. I am sure you will agree neither of the above is a satisfactory solution.”
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August 15th, 2010 at 4:41 pm
Yes you’ve had one 100% and its mega scary!
symptoms.
1.Racing heart
2.Sweaty
3.weak and shaky
4.giddy
5.shortness of breath
6.Feeling scared
So you have had one it seems,but if it happens again try to stay calm and breath slowly! another tip is to hold a paper bag over you nose and mouth, and breath in and out slowly and calmly this will make the heart beat slow down to a normal pace.