Stop An Anxiety Attack!

You can begin by holding your breath for 5 or 10 seconds which will give you the confidence to realize that you can actually contol something - your breathing.  Now you need to understand the basis for panic attacks and what triggers them in your life. Now the breathing into a paper bag works for most people - remember the movie Copycat? Another alternative is psychotherapy, but break out the wallet for that one. Some people who suffer from panic attacks may question what has changed recently in thier life to trigger them. Right now you should learn and practice the controlled breathing technique, even between panic attacks. Then, once you’re good at it, use it right away at the very first sign of a panic attack. Also, try to sit in front of a fan or roll the window down if you’re in a car. Count backwards from a random number until your panic subsides. This may seem impossible but just try to focus on something - anything. This is a way of letting your mind know that you have control and it will be over soon.

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