Living Alongside Anxiety Or Panic Attacks

By Cherry Wilkinson

Have you ever been awakened in the middle of the night with an overpowering sense of apprehension, but can't figure out what it is that you are so afraid of? Have you been in the grocery store, walking down the aisles, taking care of your own business, when you all of a sudden break out in a cold sweat, start shaking, and feel a strong wish to run out of the store as fast as possible? Do you find yourself troubling intolerably over things that you use to take in stride? If so , you may be suffering from tension or panic attacks.

It's stated that 4 million people suffer from this disorder. It is also known as Generalized hysteria disorder. Subjected to excessive agitation can not only cause emotional symptoms, but can also point you to have physical symptoms too. ( Headaches, muscle tension, sweating, nausea, having difficulty sleeping, etc .

The exact cause for fear attacks is unknown. Many factors do appear to contribute to it though. A number of these are genetics, ( relations that suffer from it also ), brain chemistry, ( unnatural levels of certain neurotransmitters ), and environmental strains, for example death of a loved one, abuse, divorce, for example. It is more common in ladies then men, and can begin in childhood, or may not show up till adulthood.

If you think that you may be suffering from anxiety or panic attacks/disorder, it's best to see your health practitioner as quickly as possible. It can be diagnosed, most likely, by your doctor asking you certain questions, not only about your medical history, but also by performing a physical examination. They may base their diagnosis on the intensity and duration of your symptoms.

Treatment for uneasiness abnormalities include medication, behavior treatment and/or relaxation systems. Medications commonly used to treat anxiety disorders are often used in a short term manner, and include a class of gear called benzodiazepines. The medicine helps as it tends to help cause you to feel calmer, can relax your muscles, and help with restlessness. Some of the common medication's used include Xanax, Valium, Ativan and Librium. It may take a couple of weeks for these medicines to'kick in'. A number of these medications are addictive, so your doctor should/will monitor your usage.

It'd also be advised that you try behaviour care, in which you learn to recognize what thoughts and behaviors might be leading you into having an anxiety episode. You could be able to be taught how to change your thought patterns, and learn to have a look at worries in a more practical way. This should be tried alone, or with medication.

Anxiety attacks/Panic afflictions, can't be forestalled by'willing' your consciousness to stop them, but you can do a couple of things to help control some of the worst symptoms. Try and restrict your caffeine intake, exercise each day, eat healthy, and always seek treatment from a professional if you feel it is getting beyond control . - 29881

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