Could You Be Suffering from Panic Disorder?

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Could You Be Suffering from Panic Disorder?
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• Panic attacks are a common occurrence for many,
  and involve the individual experiencing a sudden
  and intense episode of fear with no real cause.
  In many cases, they can trigger serious physical
  reactions, such as chest pains, dizziness and
  nausea. Often happening without warning, the
  Anxiety and Depression Association of America
  estimate that as many as 6 million people suffer
  from panic attacks, with women twice as likely to
  experience them. For some, self-care steps can
  help them manage the frequency and intensity of
  their attacks, while for others, professional
  help is needed.

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• For those suffering from panic disorder,
  individuals typically experience panic attacks
  suddenly and when theyre least expecting them,
  but while frightening and often debilitating, the
  condition can be managed. Once youve recognized
  the key signs, you can take steps to manage the
  disorder and live a normal life.
• What is panic disorder?
• Panic disorder is an anxiety condition recognized
  by the following two main signs
• Repeated panic attacks (???)
• A fear of having more panic attacks

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• What can you do to prevent panic attacks?
• Seek professional help having ongoing support
  from someone trained in psychology and mental
  health conditions, can make it so much easier to
  manage the anxiety that can cause panic attacks.
• A qualified psychotherapist can teach you ways of
  coping with the fear and physical discomfort that
  often accompanies panic attacks. Some of the
  therapies used to treat the disorder can include
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Mindfulness-based stress reduction
• Acceptance and commitment therapy

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• Your physician may also prescribe you certain
  medications to help relieve the symptoms of panic
  disorder.
• Relaxation techniques
• Deep breathing or muscle relaxation (or a
  combination of both) can help interrupt a panic
  attack and make you feel more in control. Your
  physician or therapist can talk you through the
  various methods and help you get the most out of
  the relaxation techniques.

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• Physical activity
• Exercise has a whole host of mental and physical
  health benefits, and research suggests that
  regular aerobic exercise can improve the anxiety
  symptoms associated with panic disorder.
  Mindfulness By focusing on being aware of what
  youre feeling as you experience a panic attack,
  you can help to ground yourself and stay more
  connected to your body, which in turn, helps you
  to feel safe.

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  with a problem in your life that feels
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