I had the first panic attack for the first time in two months today.

At a family event, everyone was talking to me, asking me about school, friends, music. But their voices were so loud and I felt like I wanted to get out of there really fast, but I couldn't.

At first, I felt fear. Just a subtle, annoying buzzing in the back of my brain. Suddenly I couldn't focus on anything else. Why was I so afraid? Why was this happening to me? Then, the fear turned into a red-hot feeling, it burned, and it spread down my neck, around my neck, deep into my chest, just holding and squeezing me. It was hard to breathe. I was more afraid than I was a few moments ago. I couldn't catch my breath. I started to sweat. My vision got blurry.

I feel tired.

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4meAndyou · F

I used to get panic attacks all the time when I was married to the 3rd ex, but they stopped when I learned that they weren't going to kill me or hurt me.

When you experience a panic attack the absolute worst thing that will happen is that you will pass out...and THAT cures the panic attack. Your breathing will always return to normal when you are unconscious. Somehow, just knowing that I wasn't going to die always calmed me.

There are things that can CAUSE the attacks, and you should avoid them. Avoid tea, coffee, coca cola, pepsi, mountain dew, Dr. Pepper, chocolate, desserts containing chocolate , and sugar. You should check all the medications you take currently and see if panic attacks or anxiety are among the side effects. Be aware that decongestants and some cold medications and allergy medications that contain decongestants can also cause anxiety and panic attacks.

I was able to overcome the panic attacks and even able to function right through them by trying not to hyperventilate.

I could feel the attack starting in my chest, and if I became very still and quiet within myself, and closed my eyes, I could actually tamp that rising hyperventilation down, also. I actually took my son to the doctor WHILE I was having a panic attack. No one even noticed.

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Manfredthemanic · 16-17, M

One time, my brother put on anxiety videos on repeat on our living room TV. He understands. @4meAndyou

4meAndyou · F

@Manfredthemanic I'm glad you have your brother.

Manfredthemanic · 16-17, M

@4meAndyou Me too. He's my best friend. 😊

ShadowWorker · 61-69, F

Blessings to you! Deep breathing, Conscious breathing can help tremendously!
I know about panic attacks too. I practice breathing exercises to lower my blood pressure and heart rate. It's not easy at first but practice helps..the minds learns.

Manfredthemanic · 16-17, M

@ShadowWorker I will try breathing next time. :)

ShadowWorker · 61-69, F

@Manfredthemanic breath with your belly muscles
... in breath thru your nose .. expanding belly out.
Exhale thru a puckered mouth.. pull belly muscles in.
💖✌

Manfredthemanic · 16-17, M

@ShadowWorker I think I look mad doing that right now, but I won't care during a panic attack.

lauriethecolourful · F

Panic attacks aren't fun and knowing someone so young (presumably) experiences them breaks my heart. I only hope you were around a support system that guided you through this tough time.

Manfredthemanic · 16-17, M

@lauriethecolourful No. When I have panic attacks, everything happens on the inside unless it's that bad that I need to leave or do something crazy. Today, I got quiet and everyone thought I was rude, then I went into my room and cried.

lauriethecolourful · F

[@Manfredthemanic Bless your heart. If you feel comfortable telling someone, I recommend you do.

SW-User

How are you feeling today? Seriously, you need to be up front when you have a problem and let your family know what's really going on.
It's advice... I'm telling you what would help, not ordering you around. :)

Manfredthemanic · 16-17, M

I feel better; just very tired. I know I should, but it's not easy to talk about and I didn't want to make a big scene with my family. I will try. @SW-User

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Manfredthemanic · 16-17, M

@SW-User No. It's very scary. :( How did you stop it?

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Fubar1 · 46-50, M

Put it down to [b]PUBERTY [/b]dude, we've all been there. ;-)

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