Panic attacks
🟢 Evidence-based
About
A panic attack is a sudden wave of intense fear with physical symptoms that usually peaks within minutes.
Experiences that can occur
Pounding heart, breathlessness, dizziness, trembling, fear of losing control. Some of these experiences can occur with this condition, but only a qualified professional can assess and diagnose.
What can help
Slow breathing and grounding can help in the moment. Repeated attacks can be treated.
When to seek professional help
If symptoms are new, or you have chest pain, get medical help first, because some physical conditions look similar. Seek professional help if attacks recur.