subject: How To Stop Panic Attacks For Good [print this page] Shortness of breath, the urge to flee or fight, dizziness, hyperventilating, palpitations, sweating, anxiety, these are some o the symptoms of a panic attack. In most situations it happens all at once or at least in quick succession. The first time it happens it can be quite worrying because you don't really know what is happening. The first few times it happens is when the feeling is worst. After a few times you may learn to cope with it and move on in life.
Even to this day there is no real cure for panic attacks except maybe some life style changes. For example studies have shown that people, who consume a lot of caffeine and tobacco, are more likely to suffer from panic attacks. The "good" news is that after the first few times, you will be able to tell before it happens which will allow you to do a few things to avoid it or even stop it completely from happening. The next part of the article, we will be discussing ways to avoid it. The fact is each person's experience of panic attacks maybe slightly different; however, the following tips will be of great help.
The fist and foremost thing to do is don't stop breathing at any cost. Most people will simply forget to breathe properly. It is important to do this when you first experience the attack. After that slow down your thinking and try to relax. This combination of deep breathing and relaxing is similar to what women in labor go through and it is also helpful for panic attacks.The next thing to do is to have as many happy thoughts as possible. Try and think of any thing in life that makes you happy. This is called going to your happy place.
Walking. If possible leave whatever you are doing especially if it is a stressful situation and go out doors for a walk. This way your body is moving and you will also be able to breathe some fresh air. While walking, talk to people, even strangers, anything to distract yourself from your present situation.
Tell yourself that a panic attack is a short term problem. Remember, when it happens it will not last for a long time. Even though at that moment it can be frightening. Telling yourself that it is not dangerous can be very effective.Once you have mastered these you will never get affected by these little attacks.
