Anxiety Go Away!

These attacks occur suddenly and may last up to several hours. The triggering factors could be anything, from being stuck in an elevator to thinking about a public speech that you might have to make in a short while.

Some warning signs that have been identified as signifying anxiety attacks are:

1. Sudden feelings of overpowering panic

2. Breathing trouble, nausea, severe stomach pain
3. Palpitation of the heart, chest pain, blurred vision
4. Feeling breathless or suddenly feeling hot or cold
5. Feeling wobbly and shaking
6. Feeling disconnected and isolated
7. Sensations of burning or tingling skin
8. Feeling depressed and inexplicably sad

It is important to note that none of the symptoms pose a ‘real’ threat and hence do not cause any harm. In fact, anxiety attacks simply make a person feel afraid, because he interprets the symptoms as responding to a present threat, thus creating further self-panic. Of course, all of us must have, at some point, gone through bouts of anxiety attacks. However, some people often get caught in what we term as an anxiety cycle, which essentially means a session of panic attack triggered by the fear of having an attack again and again, especially in a place where no help might be available.

These sudden feelings of panic or anxiety are triggered by the over-stimulation of a neurological element called Amygdala, which is located in the human brain. This tiny element prepares the human body to face a certain situation by releasing hormones (especially adrenaline) in the blood system. In the event that the adrenaline released is not used in the apt manner, a rather frightening anxiety attack starts.

People who suffer from anxiety attacks say that it is a thoroughly intimidating and frightening experience. While most attacks commonly occur between the age groups of 17-30, it is definitely not limited to this age group only. Another significant fact about these episodes is that these last anywhere between a few minutes to even several hours in case of severe attacks.

Can Anxiety Attacks Be Curbed And Treated?

Panic attacks are 100% treatable and can be cured easily if treated at an early stage. One of the earliest steps that you can take towards resolving this disorder is by seeking medical and therapeutic help. Herein we enlist some basic efforts that you can take towards this end:

1. Don’t ignore the first warning signs of a possible attack – the earlier you recognize it, the easier it is to heal.

2. Consult a therapist who can identify the triggers and suggest suitable remedies.
3. Medications, including natural ones, are available that help in stopping the anxiety cycle. Consult your doctor for details.
4. Learn how to breathe easy – You’d actually be surprised to know how simple breathing techniques can help prevent an attack./li>

Remember that anxiety attacks are not an illness or a disease, neither are they a sign of a real fear. With proper guidance, thorough knowledge and a support system, these attacks can be healed completely, often in just a few days.