when i have an attack, i can feel it coming, too...i think mine are different though, i feel i'm being choked and can't get a breath but i know it's not true because i'm screaming about not being able to breathe...sounds totaly stupid. anyway when it starts it's like i want to go with it and have to fight not to just give in and ride it out. like approaching a waterfall and getting sucked in. when i feel it coming i try to get busy. something mindless is best. have you ever had a panic attack in public?