Are you dealing with constant panic attacks? Here are 7 strategies to stop one

By hindustantimes.com | Written by Chayanika Das

Updated On Jul 14, 2021 02:32 pm IST

A panic attack is a brief episode of fear, anxiety and stress which can lead to racing heartbeat, shortness of breath, dizziness, trembling and muscle tension. Panic attacks can occur at any point in time and can in long term have adverse effects on the body.

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Few symptoms of a panic attack include accelerated heart rate, breathing difficulties, trembling or shaking, sweating, nausea or abdominal distress, hot flushes etc. Whenever you notice these symptoms, immediately practise any of the below-mentioned points.(Unsplash)

Updated on Jul 14, 2021 02:32 pm IST

Few symptoms of a panic attack include accelerated heart rate, breathing difficulties, trembling or shaking, sweating, nausea or abdominal distress, hot flushes etc. Whenever you notice these symptoms, immediately practise any of the below-mentioned points.(Unsplash)

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Focus on one object: Distract your mind by finding an object in clear sight and putting all your focus in it.(Unsplash)

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Focus on one object: Distract your mind by finding an object in clear sight and putting all your focus in it.(Unsplash)

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Light exercise: Involving in light exercises like walking or swimming can keep the blood pumping and flood your body with the feel-good hormone endorphins.(Unsplash)

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Light exercise: Involving in light exercises like walking or swimming can keep the blood pumping and flood your body with the feel-good hormone endorphins.(Unsplash)

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Deep breathing: This technique can help reduce symptoms of panic during an attack. Focus while taking deep breaths in and out through your mouth.(Unsplash)

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Deep breathing: This technique can help reduce symptoms of panic during an attack. Focus while taking deep breaths in and out through your mouth.(Unsplash)

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Repeat a mantra: Repeating a mantra internally can help relax the mind.(Unsplash)

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Repeat a mantra: Repeating a mantra internally can help relax the mind.(Unsplash)

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Close your eyes: If you are in an environment with a lot of stimuli then just close your eyes and focus on your breathing.(Unsplash)

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Close your eyes: If you are in an environment with a lot of stimuli then just close your eyes and focus on your breathing.(Unsplash)

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Muscle relaxation techniques: This technique can stop a panic attack by controlling your body’s response as much as possible.(Unsplash)

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Muscle relaxation techniques: This technique can stop a panic attack by controlling your body’s response as much as possible.(Unsplash)

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Lavender: Lavender helps calm the mind and relieves stress. Keep some lavender oil in your bag and whenever you get the symptoms of a panic attack breath in the scent.(Unsplash)

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Lavender: Lavender helps calm the mind and relieves stress. Keep some lavender oil in your bag and whenever you get the symptoms of a panic attack breath in the scent.(Unsplash)

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