The first time it will certainly catch you off guard, as a sensation starts to come over your body that you will not recognize. It may be a fear, a rapid heartbeat, your face may feel flush, your hands may tingle, and you may become out of breath. You may feel hot flashes or feel like you're going crazy. You usually will have an urge to run away or escape the situation that you're in. It can be sheer terror. However, usually there is no danger at all.
Well, if you have ever had an anxiety attack - panic attack, then you may recognize some of what I have just described, and those are just some of the symptoms. Actually, the attack can sometimes be started by a real event that caused some type of fear response, or it simply may have come out of nowhere and you have no idea why it happened. And that is when it's really aggravating - when you have no idea why it happened. That makes it all the more scary. It can sneak up on you and have you in a level 10 panic attack and you won't even know why. Weird. But it has happened to me.
"Well, my goodness, Greg, I think your talking about some weird folks now." Actually, no. I'm talking about normal, confident, successful people from all walks of life that it can happen to. In any given year almost 2.5 million people can suffer from anxiety attacks in the U.S. However, as the stressful environments of our lifestyles continue, and as people are many times embarrassed by this condition, I can't help but believe the numbers are much higher.
It has been a long time since I have had a large anxiety attack. However, I truly remember the awful fear of those moments, and not only that, but the dread, worry, and fear that it would occur again soon - out of nowhere. i was afraid that it would show up again at the most inappropriate time, place, or event and embarrass me to the point of shame. It's the type of thing that makes you think twice about going to a social event, and may well keep you from living the life that you deserve to live. And, because of that, it's also a condition that you should do everything you possibly can to rid yourself of it.
The good news is that you can. There is more information, more study, more medications, and more research on anxiety and panic attacks now than ever before. If you find yourself experiencing anxiety attacks or any condition of anxiety, don't settle to live with that nemesis. See your doctor. If necessary talk to a psychologist or psychiatrist. But don't give into it. Too many times the embarrassment that can come with panic attacks or any kind of anxiety disorder can keep someone from getting the proper help, and they hide it. That's the worse thing to do.
Please don't let panic or anxiety hold you hostage in your life. You don't deserve to live a life of fear. Get help for your anxiety or panic attacks and don't wait any longer to do so. As stated, there are many professionals who can help. There are also some well trained ministers as well. Just remember that there are millions of other people who are dealing with the same issues. And also remember that you don't have to continue to deal with this condition indefinitely. Don't settle for a lesser quality of life than you deserve. Get busy and get help if that is what you need. Say a firm "no" to panic and anxiety, and especially those attacks. You can win. You ARE a winner!
Well, if you have ever had an anxiety attack - panic attack, then you may recognize some of what I have just described, and those are just some of the symptoms. Actually, the attack can sometimes be started by a real event that caused some type of fear response, or it simply may have come out of nowhere and you have no idea why it happened. And that is when it's really aggravating - when you have no idea why it happened. That makes it all the more scary. It can sneak up on you and have you in a level 10 panic attack and you won't even know why. Weird. But it has happened to me.
"Well, my goodness, Greg, I think your talking about some weird folks now." Actually, no. I'm talking about normal, confident, successful people from all walks of life that it can happen to. In any given year almost 2.5 million people can suffer from anxiety attacks in the U.S. However, as the stressful environments of our lifestyles continue, and as people are many times embarrassed by this condition, I can't help but believe the numbers are much higher.
It has been a long time since I have had a large anxiety attack. However, I truly remember the awful fear of those moments, and not only that, but the dread, worry, and fear that it would occur again soon - out of nowhere. i was afraid that it would show up again at the most inappropriate time, place, or event and embarrass me to the point of shame. It's the type of thing that makes you think twice about going to a social event, and may well keep you from living the life that you deserve to live. And, because of that, it's also a condition that you should do everything you possibly can to rid yourself of it.
The good news is that you can. There is more information, more study, more medications, and more research on anxiety and panic attacks now than ever before. If you find yourself experiencing anxiety attacks or any condition of anxiety, don't settle to live with that nemesis. See your doctor. If necessary talk to a psychologist or psychiatrist. But don't give into it. Too many times the embarrassment that can come with panic attacks or any kind of anxiety disorder can keep someone from getting the proper help, and they hide it. That's the worse thing to do.
Please don't let panic or anxiety hold you hostage in your life. You don't deserve to live a life of fear. Get help for your anxiety or panic attacks and don't wait any longer to do so. As stated, there are many professionals who can help. There are also some well trained ministers as well. Just remember that there are millions of other people who are dealing with the same issues. And also remember that you don't have to continue to deal with this condition indefinitely. Don't settle for a lesser quality of life than you deserve. Get busy and get help if that is what you need. Say a firm "no" to panic and anxiety, and especially those attacks. You can win. You ARE a winner!
About the Author:
Get much more information about dealing with an anxiety attack from B. G. Sloan. In addition take a look at Dema McCrae and his writings at http://www.counselingpoint.com.
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