Forgot to add this, but if I miss my deadline for financial aid, I won't be able to graduate in May at the end of this year, as I"ll be short 4 classes and will have to return in the fall.

I wouldn't call that a panic attack. It sounds like general anxiety and extreme worrying thoughts. If it was a panic attack you would have your phone right next to you, looking for the right moment when you are absolutely sure you are dying, to dial 911 on the phone.

it sounds like anxiety/panic to me,but it anxiety is a feel of no control and extreme fear.....try to breath through it and ask your mom,dad,friends,someone to call and remind you about your deadline,make notes,put them everywhere. i wish you luck. holly

I have been having panic attacks for many years and I can tell you that although what your going through may not be the full blown thing....I believe it is a panic attack. When I wake up in the morning if my first thought is with fear then my day is just that. I tend to worry alot over things and this brings them on. Anxiety is a hard thing to deal with but I will tell you that prayer changes things! I think Holly is right get help of family and friends. It will make it so much easier to handle. Please remember that you are ok. Remind yourself daily that you deserve happiness and its yours for the taking. I know all of this is easier said than done. I was just thinking I need to practice what I preach :-) One verse that helps me in the Bible is Eccl. 3 . It says there is a time for everything under the heavens.

I think the racing heart makes it a panic attack
if you want them to stop, simply accept, dont tense up or fight back, and do breathe deep and slow
dreams often cause panic attacks while asleep

a self help book on stopping worry would also help