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Saturday, December 27, 2008

A Guide To Panic Attacks

By James Redder

Emotional and physical symptoms are part of a panic attack which is just another part of an anxiety disorder. Of all the medical problems a person can have, a panic attack is probably one of the most intrusive. Scientists have discovered that a gene dubbed DUP25 is carried by many people who suffer from panic attacks. Being able to deal with a panic attack is important and this article hopes to show sufferers that there are ways to help with these situations.

Don't underestimate the power of knowing what key points to look for in an attack as these could make the episode more bearable and help to ensure it doesn't last as long. The symptoms of a panic attack normally follow the same pattern of the victim feeling their throat and chest tighten which leads to breathing trouble. Other symptoms include a dizzy feeling and increased heart rate which then turns into a fear that something really bad is about to occur. As this fear of a terrible event occurring, it worsens the cycle and multiplies the effect of the panic attack.

Many sufferers feel that the chest pains are in indication that there are about to have a heart attack and this often triggers the panic attack. The medication the doctor prescribes is based on the frequency and severity of the attacks.

Usually any physical symptoms are followed by psychological ones that may make you feel that reality is slipping away from you. If you experience these symptoms then you should seek out the help of your doctor. Panic attacks sometimes start when a person is required to do something they do not feel confident about; this is why I had my most recent attack.

In relation to panic attack medication, it is wise to maintain healthy eating habits, exercise regularly, cut down daily stress; these are all part of a sensible anxiety and panic attack solution. One quick fix is using panic attack medicine to help reduce the symptoms you will experience.

While a number of attacks can usually be controlled by the sufferer, there are those severe panic attacks that require medication which would have to be prescribed by your doctor. Some natural and herbal remedies are available which have some success in controlling conditions that are stress or depression related including panic attacks. The use of music has long been effective as a calming aid and it can work with stopping a panic attack as can forcing the muscles to relax or performing yoga.

Anti-depressants and other medication may be able to help but in the long term it is the natural methods which must be pursued as the solution to controlling panic attacks.

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