
Panic Attacks Support Group
A panic attack is a period of intense fear or discomfort, typically with an abrupt onset and usually lasting no more than thirty minutes. Symptoms include trembling, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, sweating, nausea, dizziness, hyperventilation, and sensations of choking or smothering. Panic attacks can be very sudden, appear to be unprovoked, and are often...
These are called spontaneous nocturnal panic attacks. Besides medications, he needs to eliminate, sugar and caffeine from his diet. Another suggestion is getting a relaxation tape to listen to before bed. It will walk him through whole body relaxation and calming soothing music visualization. Also he should not do anything overly stimulating a few hours before bed, you need to create a calming bedtime routine. To learn more about anxiety and get more support check out
www.stresscenter.com there is a forum and chat. I hope these suggestions help!! hugs and smiles...