A panic disorder (or panic attack) is a sudden and repeated attack of fear that may last for several minutes. Panic attacks are characterized by a fear of disaster or of losing control even when there is no real danger. You may have a strong physical reaction during a panic attack such as a racing heart, sweating, breathing problems, weakness or dizziness, tingly or numb hands or chest pain.
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Symptoms may include:
- feeling your heart racing
- sudden and repeated attacks of fear
- a feeling of being out of control during a panic attack
- an strong worry about when the next attack will happen
- an avoidance of places or situations which may bring on a panic attacks
Cognitive behavioural therapy can help change a panicky mindset to one of increased calmness.