Normally the first time you experience anything like this it will catch you by surprise. You may break out in a sweat, begin to feel heart palpitations, tingling hands, your mind and thoughts are racing out of control, and you feel like your coming unglued. You may feel the urge to run from the situation and the more you think about what's happening, the more you become panicked. You may feel hot flashes. You normally feel like you may be going crazy. You may be completely terrified.when there is actually no danger around.
You may be one of the millions of unfortunate ones that have experienced some of the things I just mentioned. And you also may recognize them as symptoms of a panic or anxiety attack. You may have had a fearful and startling event that caused the attack. However, the frustrating thing is that, many times, they come out of the blue and we just don't know where they came from or how they got us to a level 10 of panic. It's a scary feeling. It's a helpless feeling. I have been there, and many of you have too.
"Ok, now Greg. You're talking about some fearful, weak people now, aren't you?" No. Not at all. The people who can suffer from panic disorder can be some of the smartest, most successful and confident people that you would want to know. We are told by the National Institute of Mental Health that, in any given year, almost 2.5 million people in the Untied States can suffer from an anxiety attack. However, in my opinion, due to the fact that we are living in high stress times, plus the many people who won't face it, and are embarrassed by this condition, I just bet the numbers are much higher.
Well, it was a long time ago when I had my last full on anxiety attack. But, I can remember those things well. I remember the terror of those intense moments, not understanding what was going on, but just being afraid - fear like you can't imagine - and you don't know why. Then, what's worse is that you spend many days, weeks, or months fearing that it will occur again at any time. You live in fear and dread of that moment. It's the type of thing that may keep people in their homes more and keep them from engaging in the fun social events that they should be attending. If for nothing else, that's the very reason that you should do everything in your power not to let panic or anxiety win in your life.
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!
You may be one of the millions of unfortunate ones that have experienced some of the things I just mentioned. And you also may recognize them as symptoms of a panic or anxiety attack. You may have had a fearful and startling event that caused the attack. However, the frustrating thing is that, many times, they come out of the blue and we just don't know where they came from or how they got us to a level 10 of panic. It's a scary feeling. It's a helpless feeling. I have been there, and many of you have too.
"Ok, now Greg. You're talking about some fearful, weak people now, aren't you?" No. Not at all. The people who can suffer from panic disorder can be some of the smartest, most successful and confident people that you would want to know. We are told by the National Institute of Mental Health that, in any given year, almost 2.5 million people in the Untied States can suffer from an anxiety attack. However, in my opinion, due to the fact that we are living in high stress times, plus the many people who won't face it, and are embarrassed by this condition, I just bet the numbers are much higher.
Well, it was a long time ago when I had my last full on anxiety attack. But, I can remember those things well. I remember the terror of those intense moments, not understanding what was going on, but just being afraid - fear like you can't imagine - and you don't know why. Then, what's worse is that you spend many days, weeks, or months fearing that it will occur again at any time. You live in fear and dread of that moment. It's the type of thing that may keep people in their homes more and keep them from engaging in the fun social events that they should be attending. If for nothing else, that's the very reason that you should do everything in your power not to let panic or anxiety win in your life.
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 encouragement about dealing with an panic attack from B. G. Sloan. In addition check out Dema McCrae and his website at http://www.counseling point.com.
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