How to Overcome a Panic Attack

Overcoming a panic attack can seem like a daunting task, but armed with the right approach you can make them less emotionally devastating. Knowledge is power when it comes to getting through a panic attack. Learn to identify your triggers and you will have a better chance of dealing with anxiety. There are many things you can use to help you get through a panic attack. Try any and all of them until you feel that you have come to the right combination.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Anything to distract yourself such as:
• Telephone
• Family Member/Friend
• Rubber Band
• Something to drink/eat
• Pets
• Hobbies
• Music

Recognize the Symptons and Distract Yourself

1. Recognizing the symptoms of a panic attack is the first step to getting through them. Your first response to a panic attack is generally flight. If you are out in a public place, locate a quiet area to calm yourself down.

2. Distract yourself by any means necessary. If you are with other people, engage in conversation. Tell a joke or ask somebody to tell you a humorous story. If you have nobody around and access to a phone, call a friend or family member. Get yourself something to drink or to snack on.

3. Continue to concentrate your energy on something else. The more you focus on the panic attack, the more power you will give it. Take a walk if you're able, perhaps with a pet or friend. Dance or sing to your favorite song.

4. Meditation can also help to calm your nerves while you are experiencing a panic attack. Yoga and Pilate's are also good exercises to help you work through your anxiety

5. Seek medical attention if you feel you are in need. Call a physician or therapist.

Tips & Warnings

• There are many books and on-line resources you can utilize to help you u nderstand panic attacks and getting through them.
• Avoiding the places where you have previously experienced a panic attack will only give them more power. Take away the importance of where and when you had a panic attack.

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Resources

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