10 Techniques To Help You Survive A Panic Attack

6. Ice Cubes

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A solution to diverting the mind from weary ideas is as close as the freezer. Holding something uncomfortable, like the chill of ice, forces the mind to focus on something else. People experiencing a panic attack can take an ice cube and squeeze it for as long as possible in one hand. By the time the procedure is completed with the other hand, the brain has had enough time to think more about the discomfort and less about the fear or anxiety.

5. Understand The Physical Responses

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Learning about what happens to the body physically as it experiences a panic attack can help a person come up with a defense plan. Recognize things like the eyes dilating, heart beating faster, muscles tensing, and breathing becoming rapid. These things might cause a feeling of faintness or dizziness. Deep breathing or counting can help relax the body and prevent further panic. Knowledge is a vital part of overcoming challenges and conquering difficult tasks.

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