What are Panic Attacks?

Posted by DietExpert On January - 20 - 2009 0 Comment

Panic attacks come on suddenly, without warning. They are intense, frightening and insanely random. What are panic attacks? They are disruptive bouts of intense anxiety capable of rendering a victim incapacitated for short periods of time.

In most cases, panic attacks are not triggered by specific external conditions. A panic attack is your bodies way of saying “fight or flight!” when there may not be a real reason for the response. These attacks can last 10 minutes, 30 minutes or even more.

When the body’s fight or flight response kicks in hormones, such as adrenaline (epinephrine), flood the body to help protect it from harm. This can be a frightening and unpleasant experience. People who commonly suffer from panic attacks often become withdrawn and hesitant to leave the comfort of their safe environments for fear of having a panic attack.

If you have experienced one or more of these attacks, you know they can interfere with work, plan, socialization and romantic relationships. Panic attack disorder is often linked to the fear of being trapped in a bad situation, also known as agoraphobia.

Help is Available

If you suffer from panic attacks, try to visualize your life without them. What will you do when you are free of the fear of yet another panic attack? Will you go on a vacation, seek a new job, look for a lover or just meander through the park without fear?

This process will take patience and your personal commitment to find your cure. Team up with your health care specialists and increase your personal strength with their knowledge.

We’re here to help you tackle this disabling disorder. You are strong and you can overcome. Visit Panic Away right now to get started on finding a cure for your panic attacks. Imagine, free at last!