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How to know if you are having a panic attack
Tips on how to recognise if you are having a panic attack.
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Last updated: May-13-25
Panic attacks
A panic attack is a sudden and intense episode of anxiety. Experiencing feelings of fear and anxiety is a common response to stressful or dangerous situations, but panic attacks are more sudden, intense and overwhelming. Panic attacks, which affect just over 14 per cent of people in high-income countries, can make you feel like you’re […]
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How to cope with panic attacks
Panic attacks can happen suddenly, making it difficult to seek professional help while one is happening. A panic attack is a sudden and intense episode of anxiety. Knowing how to cope with panic attacks can be challenging. In this article, you will find guidance on how to manage a panic attack when it happens, along […]
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Living with panic
The first time I had a panic attack it completely freaked me out. I was at home and without any obvious reason, I suddenly felt as if I couldn’t breathe. My chest tightened, I started gasping for breath and I felt dizzy and scared about what was happening. After a minute or two, my breathing […]
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How to know if you are having a panic attack
Tips on how to recognise if you are having a panic attack.
Validated by: spunout
