Panic Attacks Help By: Allan Stakemann

People who suffer panic attacks are very much aware of the things that are associated with it: having no breath, having a heart that pounds to much, being dizzy and having stomach problems. Outsiders might not understand. The sufferer has a fear that is not rational, and they might know that, but it doesn't stop it. They are very shameful about it, and they don't seek help, despite the fact that it exists.

People who specialize in the subject seem to think that therapies (both cognitive and behavioral) are necssary for helping to cure panic disorders. This can sometimes start by just teaching people what a panic disorder actually is. This helps people realize that they are not crazy or having a heart attack, and won't die. It lets them stop having negative thoughts about it.

When a person is on the verge of a panic attack, its not the fear of something (i.e. a car, animal, heights) its the actual fear of the attack. During a panic attack there are several changes that occur in the body to start the attack. When a panic attack occurs there is an overwhelming fear which some refer to as fight or flight.

Exposing a panic attack sufferer to the symptoms of an attack in a controlled setting helps them see that symptoms do not always lead to full blown panic attacks.

One example would involve a social situation such as getting into a car to go to a party. The person focuses on the feeling of being in a car and the emotions they experience, not the consequences of their fear or the situation that they are going into.They eventually learn that sitting in a car will not cause a panic attack. They learn not to focus on

People experience different physical symptoms then others. If you have a fear of driving down the freeway because one time you were driving and you suddenly had an attack come on, you might never want to drive on a freeway again. It might take one person a few times before trying to get back on the freeway and with someone else they might never get over that fear because they are afraid of having another attack.

Panic attack sufferers can also be helped with medication. As a rule, medication can control the symptoms people suffer with during panic attacks. Medication can also lessen the number of panic attacks and their severity. They can also reduce the fear and anxiety concerning a future attack.

When someone freaks out you can help them unwind with some moves to relax them. They consist of different breathing motions and thinking good thoughts. Other caring people who have the same problem can help you also.

While a panic attack is a very personal experience, the fact of the matter is that many people suffer from them. Because this condition affects so many people, help is easier to find.

You can find more panic attacks help in many places. Allan Stakemann the author, provides help and information on his website http://panicattackcured.com

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