For the many thousands of us who have suffered through one or more panic attacks, the worst is the first one. It is especially difficult because it comes without warning and for the most part, we have no idea what is happening. If you believe you have experienced a panic attack, here are the most common symptoms:
* Palpitations
* a pounding heart, or an accelerated heart rate
* Sweating
* Trembling or shaking
* Shortness of breath
* A choking sensation
* Chest pain or discomfort
* Nausea or stomach cramps
* Derealization (a feeling of unreality)
* Fear of losing control or going crazy
* Fear of dying Numbness or a tingling sensation
* Chills or hot flashes
(Source: American Psychiatric Association. Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fourth Edition, Text Revision (DSM-IV-TR) 2000 Washington, DC.)
If you are worried that these panic attack symptoms may harm you – don’t! Panic attack symptoms have not harmed anyone. Although they may make you feel terrible and are incredibly scary, they are harmless. No one has died from a panic attack and neither will you. It is important for you to understand and accept that what you are feeling is a normal symptom of a panic attack. Once you better understand this, you can be on your way towards dealing with it and ultimately overcoming it. Acceptance, understand, and removal of the fear of panic attacks is the surest way towards eliminating them completely from your life.
I have learned a great deal more about panic attacks and how to deal and ultimately eliminate them from my life. I encourage you to check out this site for very helpful resources and support.
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