Having a rush of anxiety, feeling your heart racing, breaking out into a sweat — whether it’s a spider suddenly scurrying out in front of you or in the lead-up to a big presentation at work or school, ...

Panic attacks can be terrifying − both for the person experiencing them and for people close by witnessing their occurrence. What's more, experiencing panic attacks may be more common than some people ...

Heart pounding, lungs straining, room spinning, a panic attack can make people feel as if they’re about to die. Then, just as suddenly as it begins, it’s over. TODAY co-host Carson Daly has plenty of ...

These attacks can lead to a range of physical symptoms, such as heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and dizziness. The unpredictable nature of panic attacks can create an environment of constant ...

Panic attacks are among the most terrifying experiences a person can have. Panic disorders include panic with and without agoraphobia, simple phobia, posttraumatic stress disorder, and perhaps social ...

Q: Can you please talk about panic attacks? Each time I have one, I can’t eat, sleep or socialize. The medication I was given has severe side effects. Are there other treatments or other things I can ...

A racing heart from anxiety is your body's fight-or-flight system doing its job — it's trying to protect you, not harm you.

Clinical psychologist Dr. Julie Smith advises against common reactions during panic attacks that can worsen the condition. She suggests avoiding the urge to escape immediately, as it reinforces fear.

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