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Panic Attack Information – Am I Having a Panic Attack

 

A panic disorder can be successfully treated. If you or someone you know is having a series of panic attacks and is constantly worried about when the next attack is going to occur, then there is a possibility that you might be suffering from panic disorder.

 

Panic disorder can greatly affect a person’s quality of life. If there is even a bit of minor indication that you are having panic attacks, do not delay treatment. If ignored, it can become worse and get out of control.

 

It is best to seek out qualified health professionals and get the correct diagnosis as soon as possible so that you can begin treatment.

 

People who have full blown attacks can be disabled by their condition. Due to the constant fear of when the next attack is going to occur, some of them choose to isolate themselves from the rest of the world, in order to avoid any potential embarrassment, if the attack takes place in the public.

 

There are even cases whereby attacks lead to trauma. For example, Andyl may suffer from an attack when he is in the elevator. Because of that, he may unconsciously link the attack to elevators. Eventually, he develop a phobia of getting inside an elevator.

 

Since the panic attack is unpredictable, which means it can occur during driving or in the grocery store, a sufferer may choose to give up driving or going to the grocery store altogether.

 

It is said that around one third of people with panic disorder choose to stay at home and are afraid to face their fear unless there is someone that they trust standing beside them.

 

People with panic disorder may also suffer from depression or other anxiety disorder. In fact, alcohol and substance abuse may also be related to panic disorder.

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