Why can taking drugs like ecstasy cause a panic attack?
A panic attack is a sudden period of intense fear or extreme anxiety. They occur when your brain thinks it’s in trouble, even though there may be no sign of danger. If you are experiencing a panic attack, the body will react like you are in a dangerous situation even though you are not. Panic attacks can happen without any warning. The attack could last for a few minutes or up to half an hour. After the attack, it might take some time to start to feel okay again.