Living With Anxiety Or Panic Attacks

By Bertram Martin Adams

Have you been awakened in the middle of the night with an overwhelming sense of fear, but can't figure out what it is that you are so afraid of? Have you ever been in the grocer, walking down the aisles, minding your own business, when you suddenly break out in a cold sweat, start shaking, and feel a powerful wish to run out of the store as quickly as possible? Do you find yourself troubling excessively over things that you use to take in stride? If so , you may be afflicted with anxiety or panic fits.

It's stated that four million people suffer at the hands of this disorder. It is also known as Generalized nervousness disorder. Suffering from OTT anxiety can not only cause emotional symptoms, but can also steer you to suffer from physical symptoms as well . ( Headaches, muscle tension, sweating, nausea, having difficulty sleeping, etc .

The precise cause for fear attacks is unknown. Many factors do seem to make a contribution to it though. A few of these are genetics, ( family members that suffer from it also ), brain chemistry, ( abnormal levels of certain neurotransmitters ), and environmental tensions, for example death of a family member, abuse, divorce, etc . It is commoner in women then men, and can begin in youth, or may not show up until adulthood.

If you think that you may be afflicted with tension or panic attacks/disorder, it's best to see your physician as fast as possible. It can be diagnosed, most likely, by your physician asking you certain questions, not only about your medical history, but also by performing a physical examination. They may base their diagnosis on the power and duration of your symptoms.

Treatment for uneasiness anomalies include medication, behavioral care and/or relaxation techniques. Medicines commonly used to treat anxiety disorders are typically utilized in a short term manner, and include a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. The medication helps because it tends to help make you feel calmer, can relax your muscles, and help with restlessness. Some of the common medicine's used include Xanax, Valium, Ativan and Librium. It might take two weeks for these medicines to'kick in'. Some of these medicines are addictive, so your doctor should/will monitor your usage.

It would also be recommended that you try behavior care, in which you learn how to recognize what thoughts and behaviors could be leading you into having an anxiety episode. You may be able to be taught how to change your thought patterns, and learn to take a look at troubles in a more pragmatic way. This may be tried alone, or together with medication.

Anxiety attacks/Panic afflictions, can't be forestalled by'willing' your intellect to stop them, but you can do a few things to help to manage some of the worst symptoms. Attempt to limit your caffeine intake, exercise each day, eat healthy, and always seek treatment from a pro if you're feeling it is getting out of control . - 30309

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