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What are panic attacks?

what exactly are they?

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Answer #1

I believe they are feeling anxious and maybe having symptoms of this anxiety. Such as : Shortness of breath, upset stomach, and more serious might be fainting or having bad thoughts.. ect.

Answer #2

its really kind of scarey when you have a panic attack…

I had one…first time ever and my breathing was a bit messed up so it got me worried and made me feel dizzy and then my arms started tingling and my head was spinning and I was shaking like mad and couldnt breathe properly…really scarey and made me almost faint AGAIN

Answer #3

Most people with panic attacks experience several of the following symptoms: “Racing” heart Feeling weak, faint, or dizzy Tingling or numbness in the hands and fingers Sense of terror, of impending doom or death Feeling sweaty or having chills Chest pains Breathing difficulties Feeling a loss of control

sometimes it’s part of a panic disorder: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Panic_disorder

sometimes it’s part of an anxiety disorder or other mental illness.

Answer #4

very intriging answer thanks!

Answer #5

wow that sounds scary!! know I know waht will happen if I ever have one.thanks

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