Do you experience panic attacks and do not know what to do? A person can experience a panic attack when they least expect it.
As a result, here are six easy steps a person can follow when a panic attack strikes unexpectedly.
1. Take a break: A panic attack can be very uncomfortable and can affect a person’s thinking. The best thing is to take a break in order to calm down. You don’t want to do anything when your not thinking clearly.
2. Take deep breaths: A person should take some deep breaths to help feel better and to get rid of some of the excessive fear and anxiety. There are many kinds of breathing exercises a person can learn to follow with the help of a mental health counselor. Taking some deep breaths can help a person relax right away.
3. Distract yourself: A person should try to distract themselves from the panic they are experiencing. A person could get some fresh air, listen to some music, take a brisk walk, read the newspaper, or do something relaxing that will give them a fresh perspective on things.
4. Get the facts of your situation: Many people feel helpless when they experience a panic attack for the first time. The fact is that you will be ok and that it takes a few minutes for the anxiety to go away. Talk to a counselor and get the facts of what anxiety is and what you can do when anxiety occurs.
5. Don’t dwell on your thoughts: A person must not dwell or focus on their thoughts during anxiety. The more a person tries to reason out their thoughts the longer a panic attack will last. Read some positive statements from your favorite self-help book to help overcome your negative thoughts during anxiety.
6. Get help: It is important to talk to a qualified professional in order to learn how to survive anxiety. By talking to a professional, a person will be helping themselves in the long run because they will become better able to deal with any panic attacks that may occur in the future.
Stan Popovich is the author Of “A Layman’s Guide To Managing Fear”. For some more information about Stan and to get some free mental health advice please visit Stan’s advice at www.managingfear.com
