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How do I stop having anxiety about having panic attacks?

Profile: TimHarn
TimHarn on Sep 13, 2014
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Just know that you have being able to overcome them before, so that its not real danger to you. The danger is more in your idea of having one than in the reality of having one . So the best way is just realizing that there is no real danger and that you thoughts about them are more dangerous than the panic attack itself.
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Profile: Olivia23
Olivia23 on Sep 14, 2014
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I have that the way to get through a Panic attack is to go outside sit under your favorite tree and take slow deep breathes, if that did not work i would then call up my support person and they would help.
Profile: opheliaslost
opheliaslost on Sep 15, 2014
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I try to let someone close to me know that I'm having a nervous day, we talk about the things we can do for each other to make ourselves more comfortable, and then break out the distraction methods! Music, charades, bad puns - it's all fair game!
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Oct 1, 2014
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the way i found was a mix of things but the one that helped me was every time i started to get worried i meditate. the way i meditated was using a finger and moving it all around the place and focus on nothing but the fingertip
Profile: Amor
Amor on Oct 22, 2014
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Find a happy place in your mind and every time you find yourself about to think about them go there and stay there until you feel calm.
Profile: Minh
Minh on Oct 25, 2014
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You can never predict a panic attack, but it helps to tell some people that are close to you so they would know what to do if you were ever to have one.
Profile: blackrabbit
blackrabbit on Oct 28, 2014
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It's called Agoraphobia. I am going through CBT treatment for it myself and it's working great! I am not completely rid of it yet but it has became manageable vs. at one point I was even afraid of driving to places that are 10 minutes away.
Profile: fleur
fleur on Oct 30, 2014
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I've learned to detect when I'm being a victim of my own anxiety. That peace of mind automatically cancels panic attacks. Panic attacks are a consequence of the anxiety itself, so if you let yourself go with it, you will enter an eternal loop.
Profile: nuuuris
nuuuris on Nov 2, 2014
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Try to relax and think in other things, sometimes watch films or listening to music can help. Maybe writting your feelings down can help you too :)
Profile: Luceee
Luceee on Nov 3, 2014
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The only way I really cured my anxiety, was by doing exactly what I didn't want to do, and what scared me the most. Whatever you have anxiety about. Do it. Yes, it'll be completely terrifying at first. but really, and it doesn't matter how many times someone says this to you, it WILL. GET. BETTER. Just keep at it and you can do it.
Profile: lightPetrichor34
lightPetrichor34 on Nov 6, 2014
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It can be really, really hard, but it's also doable. It also will probably take practice, so don't get discouraged if coping techniques don't work at first. If you haven't, take a look at the anxiety and panic attacks self-help guides on the site. Practice cognitive reconstruction, or breathing exercises, or relaxation techniques - whatever works best for you. For me, telling myself that I'm fine, it's just anxiety, I'm fine, actually helps. Distracting myself - especially from the physical symptoms - works well for me too. When you start to think about having a panic attack, or feel anxiety coming on, you could try distraction. Get up and walk around, talk to somebody about something else, or get engaged with a book or game or something on the internet. You can also reiterate to yourself that you are in control, and talk yourself through calming down - I do this, especially when I'm at home by myself. It might feel a little funny or stupid at first, but it can really help, and you don't run into the possibility of using distraction as avoidance (but distraction can get you relaxed enough to try something like cognitive reconstruction, since it can definitely be hard if you're already really anxious).
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 10, 2014
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There is no way to completely stop it although I would recommend trying to focus on a hobby! Try to focus on it!
Profile: sunnydays08
sunnydays08 on Nov 12, 2014
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Make sure that you know what to do when you have a panic attack, and that people around you are aware and can help you. Then, you really don't have to worry because no matter what happens, you'll be in good hands.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 15, 2014
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There a many means to stop panic attack some involve mindful practices such as meditation, learning how to distract ourselves, living in the present and others require us to be physical active or let or other five senses help us balance the storm in our minds. Mental health is a journey and looks different for each person. If you have access to a Mental Health Profession please do reach out for help if you are unable to cope with your anxiety and or panic attacks.
Profile: DivergentMockingjay
DivergentMockingjay on Nov 17, 2014
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Positive thinking can go a long way towards that goal. Thimkimg that youare a strong person, and that you will survive it, goes a long way. Another thing is to be prepared. Have things with you that can calm you. A lot of anxiety about panic attacks can ne relieved if you are prepared for one.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Nov 17, 2014
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Usually what i do when i have anxiety i usually do stuff that calms me down. playing games and listening to music, or even arts and crafts will help you a lot. if you have a really bad case of it, talking to a doctor will be helpful as well!
Profile: Inara92
Inara92 on Apr 16, 2015
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I used to be extremely afraid of not being able to sleep, I was terrified of being the only person awake in the house. Then I realized that the fear of being awake was the main thing that kept me awake in the first place. I started thinking about what would have happened if I actually wouldn't been able to sleep and the answer was: nothing would have happened. I would have survived a bad night and thats all. that helped me a lot. I think that could help you to ask yourself "what would happen if I actually had a panic attack?" what you imagine is probably worse than the reality. I say, embrace your fear, embrace even a panic attack if it's the case. you'll keep on living afterward and maybe you're going to be less afraid.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Apr 18, 2015
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Have a plan on how to deal with them if the do occur that way you have a plan. I used to plan a breathing exercise and always carry a bottle of water that way I was less anxious because I knew that if I had a panic attack I had a plan to cope
Profile: Shaunislistening
Shaunislistening on Jul 6, 2015
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Panic attacks have no physical capacity to last. Just know that it's temporary even if it does hit. The knife I use to stab anxiety with is asking myself this. "What is happening now?". And dwelling in it to the best of my ability. The colors. The smells. The people. Whatever is in front of me.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jul 14, 2015
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Take a deep breath, try and take your mind off of it. Tell somebody about your anxiety about having panic attacks and maybe they can help you deal with it and prepare for it in case you do get another panic attack.
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