Sunday Emmanuel

@sundayemmanuel · 22 Nov 2021

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How to stop a panic attack?

A panic attack refers to a sudden episode of intense fear that brings about a severe physical reaction when there is no real danger or apparent cause. It can come as over-breathing, long periods of stress,
activities that lead to intense physical reactions for example exercise, excessive coffee drinking, and physical changes that occur after an illness or a sudden change of environment. Some self-treatment to go by is: avoiding caffeine, nicotine, alcohol and recreational drugs may help relieve fear and anxiety.
Also getting regular sleep and exercise and practicing relaxation techniques such as deep breathing and yoga may also help. Also, you can seek medical care if you experience it for the first time and if there is
a suicide attempt.
In short:

- Seek counseling.
- Practice mindfulness.
- Recognize that you are having a panic attack.
- Use deep breathing.
- Take medications.
- Use muscle relaxation techniques.