Signs & Symptoms of Anxiety Attacks

An anxiety attack can be very scary, as its symptoms quite often mimic heart attack symptoms. An anxiety attack typically only lasts for less than an hour. Most of the symptoms of anxiety center on the respiratory system, and they are actually caused by the person's over breathing. Learning how to breathe properly when experiencing stress and anxiety can help tremendously in alleviating an anxiety attack.

Abdominal Distress

Many people report feeling nauseous. Many individuals also have experiences with heartburn, as well as stomach cramps.

Respiratory

A common symptom of an anxiety attack is feeling short of breath or over breathing, which is low rapid breathing.

Nervous System

Feelings of dizziness, shakiness or numbness are common in anxiety attacks.alongside. So is feeling a tingling in your hands, arms and feet.

Heart

Sufferers of anxiety attacks report feeling like their heart is racing or feeling like their heart is skipping beats.

Sensation

An anxiety attack can produce sweating or chills, sometimes simultaneously.

When to Seek Help

If the above symptoms--especially the heart-related ones--persist for more than an hour, the person should seek help from a professional doctor.

Resources

• How to Get Help for Anxiety Disorders