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#1
Jun 08, 2006, 07:04 PM
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I get these horible panic attacks. It gets to the point that I can't breath at all. I get really dizzy and want to pass out. How do you stop them?
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Jun 08, 2006, 07:12 PM
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I use many things - relaxation visualizations (hypnosis) grounding techniques, and changing activities..
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Jun 08, 2006, 10:24 PM
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Don't try and fight the panic attacks. Let them come and pass. They can NOT last longer than 10-15 minutes. I notice, personally, if I try and fight them and talk myself out of it, they just get more intense. Just remember that they are harmless, and even as terrifying as they feel, it can't hurt you. Also, after the panic stops, notice that you're okay. You didn't faint, die, go crazy, etc etc.
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#4
Jun 08, 2006, 10:54 PM
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This will hurt and be very difficult, but to reduce the hyperventilation (which is probably the reason for the dizziness and weakness) is to use deep breathing exercises and to slow your breathing.
Panic attacks are quite terribly, but you do have to go with the flow. Let them come and go. Something else that you should practice, aside from the deep breathing exercises, is some cognitive thinking. You should start to challenge your negative thoughts. I'm sorry you are going through this right now. Hang in there.
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#5
Jun 09, 2006, 04:36 PM
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After they are over I am very dizzy. It is hard to stand. I also loose all my enegry from them.
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#6
Jun 09, 2006, 06:48 PM
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(((((rainstorm)))))
Mine are the same exact way. Take it easy.
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Jun 10, 2006, 01:29 PM
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(((((((((xrain))))))))))))))) I hope that you are feeling a bit better now... It sounds like you have recieved some great advice from others so I will just offer the hugs and hope.....Take care,Linda
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#8
Jun 11, 2006, 01:37 PM
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I appreciate that.
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