What are the Signs and Symptoms of Panic Attacks?
A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that occurs for no apparent reason. Panic attacks trigger strong physical reactions that result in frightening symptoms. A person experiencing an episode might confuse signs of panic attacks with symptoms of a heart attack or stroke. Panic attack sufferers report feeling a complete loss of control as symptoms peak, even feeling like they are dying. Panic attack symptoms can include: • rapid heart rate • sweating • trembling • shortness of breath • hyperventilation • chills • hot flashes • nausea • abdominal cramping • chest pain • headache • dizziness • faintness • tightness in your throat • trouble swallowing • sense of impending death • tingling in your hands or feet Loved ones or co-workers may notice a panic attack sufferer experiencing any number of signs of an oncoming episode. Panic attack symptoms usually peak within ten minutes and usually last about half an hour. It is possible for a panic attack last hours or, on rare occasi
A panic attack is a sudden episode of intense fear that occurs for no apparent reason. Panic attacks trigger strong physical reactions that result in frightening symptoms. A person experiencing an episode might confuse signs of panic attacks with symptoms of a heart attack or stroke. Panic attack sufferers report feeling a complete loss of control as symptoms peak, even feeling like they are dying. Panic attack symptoms can include: • rapid heart rate • sweating • trembling • shortness of breath • hyperventilation • chills • hot flashes • nausea • abdominal cramping • chest pain • headache • dizziness • faintness • tightness in your throat • trouble swallowing • sense of impending death • tingling in your hands or feet Loved ones or co-workers may notice a panic attack sufferer experiencing any number of signs of an oncoming episode. Panic attack symptoms usually peak within ten minutes and usually last about half an hour. It is possible for a panic attack last hours or, on rare occasi
