3 Tips to Handle anAnxiety Attack

Richard Battista

1. Awareness

Many therapists have agreed that when a

patient feels a panic attack coming on, it is

essential to craft a short checklist to keep in

mind while the situation occurs. Although

each individual experiences anxiety in a

different way, following the below steps is

important to maintain some calmness.

Accept the anxiety and try to assess what

is going on from an objective standpoint.

Try your best to act normal and not let the

anxiety overtake your mental state. As

difficult as it may seem, do your best to

gain control of what is happening.

2. Consult adoctor

Consulting a doctor may be necessary

after you notice your panic attacks either

increasing or becoming more frequent in

your day to day life. It is in your best

interests to meet with a doctor on a semi-

regular basis. With this in mind, your

doctor may prescribe you medication or

refer you to a mental health physician for

further evaluation.

3. DeepBreathing

Taking deep, consistent breaths is one way to

most effectively deal with a panic attack when

it comes. While it is common for people to

breathe very quickly due to stress, keep in

mind that this actually augments the level of

anxiety. It is important to practice taking deep

slow breaths, even when you are not

experiencing a panic attack. In other words,

focusing on deep breathing will allow you to

relax a bit.

It is important to note that everyone’s panic

attacks differ. Consulting a medical professional

is highly encouraged as you experience any

discomfort. Remember that you are not alone

and thousands of other Americans across the

country are going through the same issues and

experiences as you are. Reading up on how other

people cope with anxiety in their day to day lives

will also help you try out other ways to improve

your emotional or mental health.