How to Stop Panic Attacks and Recover Your Control
It is not common knowledge that the signs of a panic attack are rooted in biology.
Whenever we are threatened, the manifestations of an attack, an increased pulse, rapid breathing, and heightened senses, are beneficial in our rapid retreat or escape from the threat.
But someone who gets these signs without a valid cause understands that it may be overpowering if you permit it.
So, the initial course of action to stop panic attacks is to get rid of these symptoms before they have a chance to really hurt you.
Enduring extended periods of attacks may culminate in shortness of breath, pains in the chest, dizziness, clammy skin and possibly a loss of consciousness.
Therefore, as soon as you begin to suspect that these symptoms are occurring, take action right away.
One of the most crucial actions which you can take to stop panic attacks is to maintain command of your breathing.
Breathing slowly and evenly will result in decreasing your heartbeat and minimizing the feelings of being lightheaded and clammy.
This may be accomplished by closing your eyes and consciously taking over control of your breathing.
Although covering the mouth and nose with a paper bag is a widely-known tactic of maintaining control over your breathing, there are those who warn that doing so exposes you to carbon monoxide, which will just make things worse.
In keeping these symptoms under control, you should evaluate whether or not you have had sufficient food and drink.
Likewise, caffeinated beverages and cigarettes act as stimulants and, particularly when used on an empty stomach, may set off a panic attack as they increase the heartbeat and will result in rapid breathing.
Thinking comes more easily if you have a full stomach and have had plenty to drink.
Additionally, an inadequate amount of sleep may result in an attack.
Without sufficient rest, the body is edgy and awkward.
Further, you are more likely to be surprised or too emotional if you are extremely fatigued.
In the struggle against panic attacks, a restful night of sleep is a great method of calming down, gaining control and achieving relief from your symptoms.
Whenever we are threatened, the manifestations of an attack, an increased pulse, rapid breathing, and heightened senses, are beneficial in our rapid retreat or escape from the threat.
But someone who gets these signs without a valid cause understands that it may be overpowering if you permit it.
So, the initial course of action to stop panic attacks is to get rid of these symptoms before they have a chance to really hurt you.
Enduring extended periods of attacks may culminate in shortness of breath, pains in the chest, dizziness, clammy skin and possibly a loss of consciousness.
Therefore, as soon as you begin to suspect that these symptoms are occurring, take action right away.
One of the most crucial actions which you can take to stop panic attacks is to maintain command of your breathing.
Breathing slowly and evenly will result in decreasing your heartbeat and minimizing the feelings of being lightheaded and clammy.
This may be accomplished by closing your eyes and consciously taking over control of your breathing.
Although covering the mouth and nose with a paper bag is a widely-known tactic of maintaining control over your breathing, there are those who warn that doing so exposes you to carbon monoxide, which will just make things worse.
In keeping these symptoms under control, you should evaluate whether or not you have had sufficient food and drink.
Likewise, caffeinated beverages and cigarettes act as stimulants and, particularly when used on an empty stomach, may set off a panic attack as they increase the heartbeat and will result in rapid breathing.
Thinking comes more easily if you have a full stomach and have had plenty to drink.
Additionally, an inadequate amount of sleep may result in an attack.
Without sufficient rest, the body is edgy and awkward.
Further, you are more likely to be surprised or too emotional if you are extremely fatigued.
In the struggle against panic attacks, a restful night of sleep is a great method of calming down, gaining control and achieving relief from your symptoms.