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Anxiety Attacks? What are They?

By Gordon Dalwood

We all have to deal with a certain level of anxiety in our life. In a way, minor anxiety is not a bad thing. However, when anxiety levels reach a significant level, there will be physical manifestations of this psychological problem. The most common (and severe) physical reaction is that of a panic attack.

So, what exactly is a panic attack? A panic attack can best be described as the immediate onset of a severe amount of anxiety that occurs with very little warning. When a panic attack occurs, the symptoms are unmistakably clear. These symptoms involve rapid breathing, chest pains, dizziness, and disorientation. Yes, these symptoms sound dangerously close to a heart attack. Often, that is exactly what people suffering from a panic attack will believe they are experiencing.

Needless to say, the onset of such a condition can lead to a great deal of fear on the person experiencing it. (This is why it is called a panic attack) An individual who is dealing with severe and constant panic attacks can suffer a severe loss in the quality of life. Generally, this is because people dealing with panic attacks will be limited in the activities they take part in due to the specter of the condition always hanging over their head.

Strangely enough, the fundamental cause of panic attacks still remains unclear to a large extent. On the other hand, research as shown that there are numerous factors which can and do contribute to a panic attack such as depression, frustration, anger, alcohol and also drugs. Even certain genetic factors can result in the onset of panic attacks.

While it may well appear to be easier said than done, it's crucial that one takes certain steps in order to lessen the impact of a panic attack and most important of all, these steps need to be taken immediately upon the onset of an attack. Interestingly enough, deep, slow breathing has been proven to be effective and as a result, this method is widely practiced.

Naturally, this is not a cure because if this did the job there would be no problem. The need for the help of someone trained in this area should be sought so that the problems can be dealt with and the condition reversed.

Therapy may not be the entire answer for problems that are anxiety related. Consider your need for psychotropic solutions which may become a necessity. A complete psychiatric evaluation will be necessary before a psychiatrist would prescribe these drugs. By keeping to the schedule that is recommended by your doctor for the medicine, there may be a big difference in the rate at which the attacks occur and how severe they are in turn helping you to get a handle on the attacks.

Irrespective of which methods you choose to utilize, you need to bear in mind that it's definitely possible for you to take control of the situation. Providing you are able to recognize the condition, and acknowledge the fact that you suffer from it, you'll be able to seek help.

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