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...

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Relaxation app

ginjaninja
ginjaninja
Hi everyone I just wanted to share with you something that helped me during a panic attack yesterday. I was having an extremely bad full-blown panic attack, and my attacks usually will last all day. I know for myself it is pretty much impossible to lay down and relax because I am so shaky and sweating and cold and sick to my stomach I couldn't even imagine of lying down and trying to nap. I took two of my Xanax and forced myself to lie in bed and then I remembered an app I had on my phone called simply being. It is a relaxation App that I downloaded to help me for my insomnia. It took me a while but I put my phone on my pillow and listened to the app and it really helped me calm down. I hope that this can help some of you. Hugs!
desertrose007
desertrose007
I would try another medication. The one you take can have nasty side effects! I have tried many different ones.
Research the side effects of medications. Then try some.
As far as the relaxation app, yes they can help.
I go to youtube and look for meditation/relaxation music. And listen till everythings better. They have some for sleep too. The delta ones are good for sleeping. It helps me to sleep when I am having a hard time getting to sleep.
Hope this helps someone. :)
KandiKane1
KandiKane1
Another good app is "end anxiety" and "calm down". Great for instant relaxation. Also the you tube videos are great as well as relaxation and anxiety relaxation videos for night or day. The night ones really help for nocturnal attacks. Hope that this is helpful.
ginjaninja
ginjaninja
Thank you desert and kandi! I will try this too!
shea
shea
Hello everyone, i just wanted to give my input about different medication you can take for panic attacks.I have tried all kinds, and not everyone will react the same to the medication.I have found that ALL medications has side affects and everyone should research what ever your doctor puts you on, its the best way to know what you can expect from what you are taking, and the long term affect it will have on a person. I also think the relaxation apps are worth doing, anything that can help you.I do not like taking any kind of meds,but it does help me and you will have to find what is best for you.Wishing everyone who has this,the best.You are not alone,i have been there and know how it feels.