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Originally Posted by teresapooh98
This past week I've started having panic attacks. About one each day. One trigger could be that my family is going to florida and I'll be home alone. Sometimes I have a panic attack for no reason. I was just wondering what your symptoms are and how you get thru it. I have talked to my therapist about it and have come up with a plan on how to relax while having it. One of my symptoms is that my head feels weird, full/pressure and lightheaded/dizziness. Other symptoms are just a whole body feeling off and having heartburn or a burning sensation like i was having heartburn. Just kindof wondering if that's a symptom of a panic attack. Any information would be helpful. thanks
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I have panic attacks all the time; I was diagnosed with a panic disorder. It's horribly frustrating to deal with and I'm really sorry you are feeling this way. I realize the holiday season is almost over and I hope I'm not too late in replying. Anxiety/panic attacks are triggered from intense fear and worry. Sounds like you are very worried. Try to find a way to reassure yourself that you'll be safe while you're alone. Contact a friend nearby to be a safety-net or ask your family if you can call and talk to them. Reassuring yourself that things will be okay is a big step in helping to calm down those anxious feelings. And if you do have an attack I find calling someone close to me and just blabbing, exercising, or distracting yourself with a difficult task like math or a crossword helps.