Thinking rationally will certainly help - but for people in the throes of a panic attack, sometimes it is very hard to think rationally !

The books I have found most helpful are : Anxiety, Phobias and Panic - Taking Charge and Conquering Fear" by Reneau Z. Peurifoy and "Panic Disorder: What You Don't Know May Kill You" by Dr. William D. Kernodle. Another book worth the read is "Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway" by Susan Jeffers.

I dont think we can ever read too many books on panic and anxiety, because what works for one, may not work for someone else. I think the first one I mentioned is absolutely the best one ever written however, and have never run into anyone who did not benefit from using it. Its not an "easy reading" book, nor one that will be absorbed with one reading.

Sounds like you have a very positive attitude and I wish u the best !