1. Do you experience
intense fear accompanied by 3 of the following:
- heart palpitations
/ increased heart rate
- sweating
- trembling
- chest pains
- nausea, abdominal
pains
- dizziness /
lightheadedness
- a loss of a sense
of reality
- chills
- hot flashes
2. Do these symptoms
generally reach their peak in about 10 minutes?
3. Are you worried
about experiencing a panic or anxiety attack in public, and have
these thoughts made you change your daily routine such as going
to work, going out with friends, going to the gym, etc.?
If you answered 'Yes'
to questions #1 and #2, then chances are that you may have an
anxiety related disorder and are experiencing anxiety attacks or
panic attacks.
If you also answered
'Yes' to question #3, than you may be affected by panic
disorder, which is a more severe and debilitating condition
accompanied by anxiety and panic attacks. This may also lead to
a condition known as agoraphobia.
Seeking treatment is
critical for finding relief. Numerous solutions exist and can
help you to feel better in both, mind and body.