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Recognizing Panic Attacks

How to Recognize the Warning Signs of Panic Attacks. What is a panic attack? Panic attacks are abrupt episodes of extreme anxiety and dread. Attacks often happen without warning. Some people have one panic attack, while others have multiple. Most people have repeating episodes after being exposed…

What Should You do if You Have a Panic Attack

First-time panic attacks can be distressing because you may dread future episodes. Future attack fear produces ongoing fear and tension, making it hard to relax. When the disease isn’t treated, it might develop into phobic avoidance, where you avoid locations, circumstances, gatherings, and events where emergency help…