Hope you are feeling better. I am a long time sufferer of panic attacks. I used to have them almost everyday. It sucked. Next time you have a panic attack, I'd reccommend a few things.
1. Breathe. Breathe in deeply through your nose and exhale slowly through your mouth. This is important, as it can help eleviate your physical symptoms (hyperventilation, numbness, dizzyness, etc.)
2. Keep reminding yourself that it is just a panic attack. It is nothing physical. It is in your head. You are in control.
3. If you have chronic problem with panic attacks and anxiety I'd reccommend talking to your psychiatrist about a prescription for Xanax. You can either do it daily or p.r.n. I take my xanax p.r.n. It stops panic attacks within minutes and helps you to calm down. It's been a huge help for me. I wouldn't be able to cope without it.
Take care, feel free to PM me if you have any questions or want to talk. I'm (unfortunately) a pro with anxiety and panic attacks.
Jess x
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