Well, the first time you experience your nemesis, it may catch you totally off guard. You're not at all expecting anything simply because you've never experienced anything like it. Your heart may begin racing. You break out in a sweat or have a hot flash. You may feel like you need to run for your life - anything to get away from the situation. but what situation? The more you think about the panic you are feeling, the more the anxiety races through your body and you feel that you are certainly having a heart attack or, at best, going crazy. It's a scary, scary thing.
If you have had any experience with this at all, you may well recognize some of what I just described as a panic attack, or anxiety attack. It may be triggered by a real event such as being stuck in an elevator, or being in a very tightly crowded space, or some other circumstance. However, a major problem is that many times the darn thing doesn't seem to be triggered by anything. It seems to come out of the blue grabbing you from behind and taking you on an emotional ride that you have no desire to take.
"Oh, good grief, Greg, you're talking about some crazy people now." Nope. Not the case. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, in any given year almost two and a half million people can have panic disorder. And these are people from all walks of life. But, as I see the trend continue, I wonder how many thousands or millions more deal with this disorder and are embarrassed to let it be known. Therefore, I believe the numbers could be substantially higher.
I haven't had a full blown attack in quite a long time. But, I remember the terror of the moment, and not only that, the fear, worry, and dread that the same thing would happen to me at any time, any place, when I least expected it. It keeps you locked up, if not inside your house, it keeps you locked up on the inside. It's the type of condition that you don't want to keep, and you should do everything you can to rid yourself of the problem.
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.
Don't remain a prisoner of your anxiety. Your life is worth more that living in fear of fear. Seek help with your panic attacks and /or general anxiety disorder. There are some good online programs. There are many healthcare professionals and/or psychologists to help. There are some well trained ministers as well. Remember, you're not alone. You have millions of people who share your frustration and condition. But, also remember that you don't have to stay that way. Don't live less than the full life that you deserve. Take action today. Say no to anxiety. Don't let panic and anxiety win. You are the winner!
If you have had any experience with this at all, you may well recognize some of what I just described as a panic attack, or anxiety attack. It may be triggered by a real event such as being stuck in an elevator, or being in a very tightly crowded space, or some other circumstance. However, a major problem is that many times the darn thing doesn't seem to be triggered by anything. It seems to come out of the blue grabbing you from behind and taking you on an emotional ride that you have no desire to take.
"Oh, good grief, Greg, you're talking about some crazy people now." Nope. Not the case. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, in any given year almost two and a half million people can have panic disorder. And these are people from all walks of life. But, as I see the trend continue, I wonder how many thousands or millions more deal with this disorder and are embarrassed to let it be known. Therefore, I believe the numbers could be substantially higher.
I haven't had a full blown attack in quite a long time. But, I remember the terror of the moment, and not only that, the fear, worry, and dread that the same thing would happen to me at any time, any place, when I least expected it. It keeps you locked up, if not inside your house, it keeps you locked up on the inside. It's the type of condition that you don't want to keep, and you should do everything you can to rid yourself of the problem.
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.
Don't remain a prisoner of your anxiety. Your life is worth more that living in fear of fear. Seek help with your panic attacks and /or general anxiety disorder. There are some good online programs. There are many healthcare professionals and/or psychologists to help. There are some well trained ministers as well. Remember, you're not alone. You have millions of people who share your frustration and condition. But, also remember that you don't have to stay that way. Don't live less than the full life that you deserve. Take action today. Say no to anxiety. Don't let panic and anxiety win. You are the winner!
About the Author:
Get much more information about dealing with an anxiety attack from B. G. Sloan. Also check out Dema McCrae and his website at http://www.counselingpoint.com.
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