Tag: panic
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9 Ways Negative Thoughts Can Lead To Anxiety (and Ways to Prevent It)
Negative thoughts are pretty mundane. Something people deal with all the time. But too much negativity is dangerous for your mental health. One of the biggest concerns is the potential for cognitive distortions that alter how you perceive things. These negative thoughts can make the world around you a torturous source of anxiety. At worst,…
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Most People Make These 3 Mistakes During a Panic Attack
Your heart is racing, you’re sweating, and you feel as if you have a heart attack. You’re sure that this is the end, as the feeling of impending doom is making you dizzy. You struggle to catch your breath, and you feel as if something is sitting on your chest. Are you having a heart…
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10 Symptoms of A Panic Attack to Never Ignore
Suddenly, the world around you looks different, and it’s almost as if you’re looking through a snow globe as your perception distorts. Your head is spinning, your heart is racing, and your body begins to sweat like you just ran a marathon. The symptoms of a panic attack seem overwhelming. But could it be something…
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Science Explains What Happens to Your Brain When You Panic
First, you hear bad news to trigger panic. There’s probably never been as much apprehension around a health issue in the 21st century then what we’re now seeing with the spread of novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). As of this writing, California, New York, Illinois, and Connecticut have all issued stay-at-home orders to its citizens to prevent…
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20 Celebrities Who Struggle with Anxiety Disorder and Panic Attacks
In our culture, we admire our celebrities. And some of them use their fame to help others understand formerly taboo topics like mental illnesses. It is difficult to consider the issues of panic attacks and anxiety disorders because they manifest differently among people. What are the common symptoms? Avoidance, sleeping troubles, fatigue, and pain. Research…