physical symptoms
This type of chest sensation is a common physical symptom that often causes people to believe they are having a heart attack.
chest pain/tightness
A panic attack is a sudden surge of this emotion.
fear/dread
This type of stress, if ongoing, can prime the body to experience panic attacks.
chronic stress
This popular, simple physical action can help slow a racing heart during a panic attack.
deep breathing
Panic attacks usually reach their peak intensity within this many minutes
10 minutes
Panic attacks often bring on this respiratory symptom where a person feels they cannot get enough air.
shortness of breath/suffocation
Many people experiencing a panic attack fear they are losing control or going this.
crazy
While some panic attacks happen out of the blue, others can be triggered by this, which stimulates the heart.
caffeine/nicotine
A common, effective type of therapy used to change thinking patterns associated with panic is known by these initials.
CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
True or False: You can die from a panic attack.
False
A rapid pounding or racing heart is technically known by this medical term.
palpitations
This term describes the feeling of being detached from yourself or watching yourself from outside your body.
depersonalization
These substances, sometimes used to reduce anxiety, can actually trigger panic attacks in some individuals.
marijuana, alcohol, or Adderall
This grounding technique uses your five senses to focus on your surroundings and calm your mind.
The 5-4-3-2-1 technique
This term describes the fear of having another panic attack, often causing people to avoid public places.
agoraphobia
These two sensations, often felt in the fingers or toes, are common physical symptoms of hyperventilation during a panic attack.
numbness and tingling
This "D" term describes the feeling that your surroundings are not real, as if you are in a dream.
derealization
Researchers believe dysfunction in this part of the brain, which processes fear, is at the root of panic attacks.
amygdala
These types of medications, often used for depression, are frequently prescribed to help manage panic disorders.
The SSRIs (or SNRIs)
People with this condition have recurring, unexpected panic attacks.
Panic Disorder
Beyond fear, this physical symptom causes a feeling of being very hot or cold, often accompanied by shivering or sweating.
hot flashes or chills
This is the most intense, overwhelming feeling of panic that many people experience, fearing it is their last moment.
fear of dying
Panic attacks are often described as a "False Alarm" by the body of this survival mechanism.
fight-or-flight response
This type of therapy involves gradually facing the situations that trigger panic to reduce their power.
exposure therapy
While panic attacks can happen to anyone, they are more common in this gender.
females