Stop Panic Attacks Once and For All

By Paula Adams

For people who are trying on their own to understand their panic attacks and find ways to stop them, I have some tips for panic attacks.

Experts cannot put a finger on the exact cause of panic attacks. It can be different for different people. The most common reason cited is stress. Usually a panic attack will occur during a major life change. These single attacks usually go away with the stressful event. If you have recurring attacks and think they are caused by stress, you need to take steps to reduce the stress in your everyday life. See a medical professional if you are having repeated attacks. A medical provider can rule out or diagnose if the attacks are caused by a physical ailment.

The fear experienced during a panic attack is very real. Even when you know it is all in your head, it is hard to accept it. Those 10 or 20 minutes of an attack seem like hours. Afterwards, it can take some time to feel like you're back in touch with reality. One of the physical symptoms of a panic attack is chest pains. Many first time sufferers rush to the emergency room because they think they are having a heart attack. It's hard to accept when they are told that what they are feeling is all in their mind.

People have panic attacks for a variety of reasons. One way to conquer your ailment, is to try and find out exactly what causes your attacks. Most people believe that stress plays a large role in triggering panic attacks. If you think your panic attacks are caused by stress, the following tips for panic attacks will help you reduce the stress and hopefully the associated attacks. Many panic attacks are brought on just by the fear of having another attack. If this is the case you should check out the link at the end for a program that can eliminate that fear.

You know your body. If your body is dealing with stress by having panic attacks, you need to start working on how to reduce the stress. Look at your life and find ways to lower your stress levels. Talk to your medical provider. You may be surprised by what is actually causing the stress. You will find some good tips to help you lower your stress levels.

- Relieve tension by getting regular massages.

- Cut down on the junk food. Eat healthy meals, especially breakfast.

- Get enough sleep. Your body rejuvenates while it is at rest.

- Exercise. It does wonders for relieving stress and it keeps your body in shape.

- Try to reduce the amount of alcohol you consume. Cut out cigarettes.

- Reduce the amount of coffee, tea and sodas that your drink. Caffeine can cause anxiety and insomnia. Your body needs to get sufficient rest.

Drugs and alcohol have long been the easiest way to cope with stressful situations. But taking drugs, even prescribed ones, can create other problems. When you are trying to deal with stress, you want your body to be as clean as it can to reduce the internal stress. Once you get educated about your illness you can help yourself to get better by finding your own tips and recommended treatments. - 30437

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