What Are The Symptoms Of A Panic Attack? (FAQ)
A frequently asked question. Here we detail the symptoms of panic attacks.
Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder where you regularly have sudden attacks of panic or fear. There are a variety of symptoms that may occur during a panic attack, with many of them being intense and physical.
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What Are The Symptoms Of A Panic Attack
The symptoms usually come on in a rush, adding to their intensity. They can come out of nowhere and for no apparent reason.
Panic attacks can be very distressing, frightening and upsetting and may include the following symptoms:
- Palpitations, pounding heart, or accelerated heart rate
- Sweating
- Trembling or shaking
- Sensations of shortness of breath or smothering
- Feelings of choking
- Chest pain or discomfort
- Nausea or abdominal distress
- Feeling dizzy, unsteady, light-headed, or faint
- Chills or heat sensations
- Paresthesia (numbness or tingling sensations)
- Derealization (feelings of unreality) or depersonalization (being detached from oneself)
- Fear of losing control or “going crazy”
- Fear of dying
This video explains some general information about panic attacks, as well as what actually happens to your body when you experience a panic attack:
If you are interested in learning more about panic and its symptoms, you can review these resources:
- Anxiety and Depression Association of America - Panic
- National Health Service - Panic
- National Institute Of Mental Health - Panic
If you are experiencing panic right now, you can try some of these techniques out, or you can also try out Stresscoach. We have a specific course focused on panic, as well as immediate help.
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Panic symptoms listed here are those found in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and the Anxiety and Depression Association of America - Panic page.