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Some people do not have much knowledge on how they can manage panic attacks; even those who have been suffering for a very long time now. Maybe because no one will really get use to it; no one will really be comfortable in dealing panic attacks. However, one must really know how to handle a panic attackeven though it won't be that easy.
Others think that handling an attack is the most complicated responsibility in the world. Alternatively, if you know what to do, then certainly it will be a simple job. I understand what it feels not to know any ways on how to handle a panic attack so I want to share some tips you can follow to manage one.
It is best for you to decide if you want to let the condition affect you or not during the first few seconds of the attack. The things that will happen to you in the following ten minutes will rely based on what you do on the first few seconds of the attack. You must be thinking, "Well, what exactly must I do to make this condition a little less threatening"?
First and foremost, look for a quiet area for you to handle your attack peacefully; you do not want to attract attention because it will only make you more anxious. Going to a place with much fresh air usually helps so I highly recommend you do this. Tag along a friend or a love one that can help you out or watch you over if worse things come to pass.
Should the first tip be not effective, be ready for the next phase. After ten to eleven minutes, a panic episode usually peaks. At this point, you will feel all the awful things you ought to feel - palpitations, hyperventilation, and increased sweating. Expect for the worst but do not give up the fight.
This might be difficult to do but you need to maintain proper breathing even during the flare-up of these symptoms. This is significant simply because a decrease oxygen in the brain can cause an individual to temporarily pass out. To perform an effective deep breathing exercise, inhale deeply with your nose and then exhale slowly through the mouth with your pursed lips.
The signs and symptoms will eventually lessen after the 10th to 11th minute. What is important is that you remain calm because being anxious will only trigger another panic attack. During this situations, presence of mind is very significant so do not lose it.
