My Panic Attack Solution

Comment from daouk
Time January 6, 2010 at 3:09 am

yes you can

around same time can go home
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Comment from convict.2005
Time January 6, 2010 at 3:24 am

ive personnaly passed out from a panic attack and its not that bad you come out of it almost instantly
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Comment from MrsMouse
Time January 6, 2010 at 3:44 am

I myself have panic disorder and have passed out from a panic attack- HOWEVER if you learn how to breath appropriately with your diapragam my therapist told me it is impossible to pass out- look into deep breathing/relaxation exersizes for more on that…

Panic attacks can last anywhere from literally for a few seconds to a few minutes and maybe longer- if its too much longer though, its more likely just a state of severe anxiety instead of an "attack"

What happens when you come out of the attack? well, if you learn the appropriate tools and techniques to deal with a panic attack, you can slowly bring yourself out of it (again with relaxation, breathing, self-talk, etc)and begin to feel calm and eventually back to normal and your body will return to homeostasis
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degree in psychology and anxiety sufferer and years of counseling

Comment from alaskasue
Time January 6, 2010 at 4:20 am

Ive had my share of panic attacks and I never did pass out. Just keep breathing and dont hold your breathe. It actually might be a very good thing to focus on because in order to feel not so scared you need to focus on something. Usually they pass fairly quickly (few minutes to 10 to 15 minutes) but the time seems like an eternity because they are quite painful (mentally). You are really fine physically so when you come out of one you just need some loving support from family and friends. After an attack, do something that makes you the happiest and try to divert your thoughts to what you enjoy. And of course you will survive the attack and things will get better!
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Comment from huanani1978
Time January 6, 2010 at 4:57 am

I am someone who has suffered for a long time with panic disorder. It is such an uncomfortable, scary and bad feeling, especially when nobody understands what you are going through. I don’t think you can pass out from it, but it does take seconds, sometimes minutes before it passes through, it all depends on what situation you are in and what kind of environment surrounding you. When you come out of it, you will be just fine! I find that carrying a wet damped cloth helps to wipe your face and neck. I am now on medication for 3 years for my panic disorder and it has helped me tremendously, I am taking 20 mgs. of Paxil. I don’t know what I’ll do without it…
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Comment from greeneyedpatriot
Time January 6, 2010 at 5:18 am

I’ve had panic attacks and have done a lot of reading about it. Mine tend to last from 5 minutes to half an hour but for some people they can last 2 hours. I think it could be possible to pass out if you don’t handle the anxiety properly, and it becomes extremely overwhelming. I’ve never passed out although I’ve felt as though I might.

The good news is that panic attacks can be controlled and countered when they first begin if you are able to recognize one coming on. This is done by repeating positive coping statements to yourself.

You can recognize the onset of a panic attack by such symptoms as a rapid heartbeat, sweaty palms, constricted breathing or dizziness. In a panic attack this is followed by negative self talk such as "Oh no – here it comes," "I’m losing control," "I can’t stand this," or " What will others think if I lose it?" This type of negative self talk leads to panic.

You can control panic attacks by replacing negative self talk with positive coping statements like "I can handle these symptoms," "This is just anxiety – I’ll let it pass," or "I can ride this through." This leads to detachment and coping.
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The Anxiety and Phobia Workbook 4th Edition by Edmund J. Bourne, PH.D.