I Suffer From Anxiety and Panic Attacks

I have suffered anxiety and panic attacks for years and thought I had it under control until just before xmas it suddenly started again . Anyone got any suggestions how to get it back under control .My doctor was useless and I don't even need to be doing anything and my chest feels like its being crushed just laying on my bed its really getting me down .

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caccoon · 36-40

I'm so sorry to hear that. :( Anxiety and panic attacks are really tough to deal with.

Have you tried meditation? Sometimes I have to do it for a while before it helps, but for me, it always does. There's a pretty good app called Headspace you can get, there's ten sessions for free, and it's 10 minutes per meditation. :)

Other than that, distracting yourself with a hobby, talking to people (unless that makes you more anxious), reading... try to distract yourself.

Another thing that really helps me combat the physical symptoms is exercise. Even a 30 minute brisk walk can really help for a few hours.

I'm still figuring it out too, but that works for me, and I hope it might help you too!