My Panic Attack Solution

I’ve been suffering from them on and off for 25 years and I just don’t know when they will show up so I like to stay close to home and not go out. This type of life really sucks and I am so tired of them. I used to think I was having a stroke or a heart attack but my medical checkups immediately after told me I was in perfect health. If there is anyone out there that can help I would sure appreciate it. Thank you

Your best bet would be to talk to a professional to help you through your panic attacks. A professional can develop a plan of action for you that could include talk therapy, medication, or both.

I was sent to the hospital early this morning because I had a really bad panic attack. I think the reason I have been having this is stress. I just had a baby boy 12 weeks ago and I have a three year old daughter that always wants me and three weeks again my dad had a heart attack, my grandma has tumors in her head, my other grandma has 75% of her main artery clod, and trying to get the money up to get our van fix too. So ya I have a lot of stress lately I just want to know what I can do at home to prevent another bad panic attack. The last time I had one this bad was when I was 6 months pregnant with my daughter and I do every now and then get this little ones that don;t bug me that much. I also had a hard pregnancy and birth. I was put on bed rest when I was 6 months for early labor. When I was delivering the nurses had to use chest compression on my hips because my son shoulder was stuck on my hip bone.

You are doing too much for one person. I never heard you mention anyone helping you, only you taking care of everyone. You need to slow down or your going to exhaust yourself, then you won’t be any good to anyone, including yourself! Get your self some help you’re only one person that can only do so much.

I was sent to the hospital early this morning because I had a really bad panic attack. I think the reason I have been having this is stress. I just had a baby boy 12 weeks ago and I have a three year old daughter that always wants me and three weeks again my dad had a heart attack, my grandma has tumors in her head, my other grandma has 75% of her main artery clod, and trying to get the money up to get our van fix too. So ya I have a lot of stress lately I just want to know what I can do at home to prevent another bad panic attack. The last time I had one this bad was when I was 6 months pregnant with my daughter and I do every now and then get this little ones that don;t bug me that much.
I also had a hard pregnancy and birth. I was put on bed rest when I was 6 months for early labor. When I was delivering the nurses had to use chest compression on my hips because my son shoulder was stuck on my hip bone.

There are some really great relaxation tapes out there right now. I am using the lucinda bassett program right now, its "cognitive behavioral therapy" I’m just starting out, but it helps you learn to relax. I ahve heard really good things about it from others. In the mean time, when you start to feel yourself panicking, lay down close your eyes and focus on breathing deeply, 2 counts in, 4 out. Try to block thoughts form you mind about whats stressing you out, and think of simple phrases like "i am calm" You feel a little silly doing it but it can help a lot.

recently (after having a stroke) started to suffer panic attacks… racing pulse shortness of breath and a feeling of fullness in my head… this is so scary…

I have tried the paper bag trick… but I need more than that to prevent or stop this happening.
thank you both great answers appreciated

I have panic attacs (age 16). I find that closing my eyes and telling my brain to be quiet and breathing as deeply as i can through my nose and breathing out as quickly as i can through my mouth, I begin to relax. They are very hard to control once the panic has taken over and you may need some practice, but you’ll find the best way that suits you soon. xx

ok, i’ve suffered depression for years and i’ve been recently diagnosed with having bipolar disorder. for about the last year or so, i’ve developed these anxiety attacks that would just appear out of nowhere and this started happening before i found out i was pregnant. it seem to stop for a while during the middle of my 2nd trimester but then about a week and a half after i had my son the panic attacks seem to come back and i think part of it might have something to do with me being a new mom. it’s been so bad that i had to be hopitalized last week because of it. i’m currently doing a day hospital treament program for the next few days for people with mood/anxiety disorders and they did put be on meds to help with the anxiety but is there other ways of prevent more panic attacks besides medication? also i haven’t been in therapy in a few years so do you think i should start seeing a therapist again. any advice helps, thanks!!

I have had panic attacks since I was a little girl. They are awful. I have found that taking a deep breath and staying in a cool place is helpful. Also, try to do something to take it off of your mind. Read a chapter in a book, go outside and water your plants, read jokes on the Internet, listen to music, play with you kid, etc. It will get better with time, but every once in a while one will sneak up on you when you least expect it. Just remember that it is just a panic attack, and you will get through it. I hope that I helped.

Alright, So Im 16 and I have been getting chest pains right below my heart for quiet sometime now. When I was younger like 9 years old I would just hold my breath and wait a second but now they are getting alot worse. Today during one of my classes it hit me and I couldn’t take deep breaths or even laugh. That lasted about 15 or 20 minutes I believe. I also had this problem yesterday during soccer while we were running. I am a generally busy girl and do alot. I am 5′9" and weight very little, under 100 lbs. I have no eating disorders or anything like that. Im a healthy person but I still dont understand why I have been getting these chest pains for such a long time. I’m not really that stressed though.
So what im asking is, do you think this is Anxiety or Panic attacks? And how can I prevent these from happening.
Btw, when I do get these I concentrate on my breathing but it takes a while for them to go away.

Yes it could possibly have been a panic attack but could also possibly be caused by stress. If it begins to happen frequently you should definitely consult a doctor.

Here’s a great word repetition technique that I learned that helps me to quickly ’snap out’ of my panic attacks:

I simply repeat the words ‘cream cake’ over and over in my head as quickly as I can without stopping. You could use any word you like really but that’s the one I chose (because I like cream cakes). It apparently works because it doesn’t give your brain time to process the panicky thoughts and so helps you to relax again. Seems strange I know … but it works for me!

There’s also a free ebook that I found really useful called ‘Get Rid of Panic and Anxiety for Good’. If you want to take a look you can find it at: http://curepanicattacks.premiergold.info/get-rid-of-panic.html Even though I got it for free it has helped me absolutely loads!

It hits me hard when I stop at the lights or at very bad traffic. I freak out really badly and feel like a fruit loop. Just like some advice of how to prevent the panic attacks. I don’t want to be on medication and I am not depressed. I just get very frustrated with this feeling.
I have been driving for about 2 years and have a really crap car that has broken down a few times on me.

have music playing and just concentrate on it… i get the same thing ha the music will help alot!

Okay, I used to stay inside all day and I had no friends.

That is until I met my biological father and I moved in with his sister (because he wasn’t in a position to take care of anyone yet).

So, I’m getting less shy and I go out some more, but every time I go to a restaurant, I start having panic attacks.

At first, I didn’t know what it was. I just continued socializing with others, but then I wasn’t able to eat anymore (and it would only be a few bites. They usually start after we order our food.)

Yesterday, my aunt told me that I was having panic or anxiety attacks, but apparently subconsciously, I’m okay.

I’m a little confused and worried. It doesn’t happen when I’m just sitting and chatting, or shopping. Just restaurants. Does it mean I’m subconscious about eating in front of others? I’m not that educated on panic attacks (because I’ve never had them before). Does anyone know how to prevent them or stop them? I really like being with people. (I feel hopeless.)

i think you’re, like you said, subconsciously nervous around eating people since you never really socialized much before. i’ve only had one panic attack so I’m don’t know any suggestions for medicine, but i started exercising which took a lot of my stress away. try a light work out before you go out to eat.. it might take away some of your stress and anxiety

okay, so i am pretty sure that i have anxiety or something, or at least have had panic attacks. i get really strong fears, my heart starts pounding, its hard to breath, and sometimes my hands get this weird tingly feeling. Does this mean i have anxiety or something? Also, how do i prevent these attacks or make myself feel better because it is the worst feeling in the world.

1) when you feel an attack coming on, DON’T get alone because you will think harder on whatever is causing your anxiety.
2) once you start feeling the attack, put one hand on your stomache while focusing on your breathing… count. the work on relaxing all your muscles
3) there are some really god meds out there that work wonders! and anxiety is very common, nothing to be embarrased by.
but if you leave it without getting help, you can develope serious conditions like heart problems and chronic headaches.

If you do not like the idea of going to the dr. for this try taking a yoga class or join a gym… get an outlet for your stress… also counseling is good.

Im 15 years old( if it matters) and have had about 3 panic attacks. I am seeing a therapist and hoping itll help me in the long run. I understand that itll most likey take time. I was wondering if my mom suffering from panic disorder recently and my grandma (mom’s mom) suffering from depression have somehow passed on these attacks to me? i was always fine, until recently. I was wondering if anyone could give me some tips on how to prevent panic attacks or how to relax when youre having one? i know to relax, but its not that easy. Especially if im in school, how can that be solved? what can i do to make sure i relax and calm down during or to prevent panic attacks?

Stress is completely normal and people deal with it differently (meditation, panic attacks, etc), I get anxiety attacks a lot it seems, but they’ve gotten better over the last year now that I moved away from my parents and live with my boyfriend who makes me feel calm & happy all the time, so environment can defiantly play it’s part in panic disorders. As for being hereditary, yes almost always if certain conditions, diseases, or disorders are present in parents (especially if both have the same issues) or extended family, they will be passed on to you. My parents both have psychological disorders, my aunt, grandmother, and great grandfather were all schizophrenic, so it is quite possible that I may develop symptoms at some point in the near future, or it could skip me, either way I am not worried and neither should you be. I am 20 years old and am now getting used to the way that I am (thinking, speaking, mannerisms, socializing, etc) and have started to cope. Therapy is a very good thing and can help a lot along the path of self discovery, I wish you luck and hope my words help some =)