How to stop a panic attack

Stop a Panic Attack

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First breathe  Deep controlled breaths. Try and really become aware of every slow breath in and out. Fill your lungs completely. Try this for a few minutes

First breathe Deep controlled breaths. Try and really become aware of every slow breath in and out. Fill your lungs completely. Try this for a few minutes

Next try MUSIC.  This almost always works for me  The idea is to shift your focus. I put on whatever pumps me up and gets me singing and moving. Play it LOUD! Lose yourself in the music ;-)

Next try MUSIC. This almost always works for me The idea is to shift your focus. I put on whatever pumps me up and gets me singing and moving. Play it LOUD! Lose yourself in the music ;-)

As a last measure try getting in the tub. Turn on the shower full blast all the way on cold and jump in. Don't hesitate! The shock of the cold water WILL pull your focus. Try counting slowly and relax

As a last measure try getting in the tub. Turn on the shower full blast all the way on cold and jump in. Don't hesitate! The shock of the cold water WILL pull your focus. Try counting slowly and relax

I have suffered from panic attacks for years and these things really help me. I hope this will help anyone who needs it. Panic attacks suck :-( I hope you all have a great day! :-)

  • Breath
  • Newtons Cradle
  • Shower
  • Music