anxiety attacks
i had 4 panic/anxiety attacks in two weeks. it never happened before. they were scary. i was scared. i have nobody and im afraid ill get sick because of them. when I'm not anxious I'm depressed and i dont know what to do. i don't know how to get out of this loop
@WittyCar0607
Hi there, Witty! Thank you for sharing your story with us. I know it must have taken a lot of courage to reach out for help, but know that we are all here for you! I can understand how four panic/anxiety attacks in two weeks could feel scary and throw you off guard a bit. Here are some forum posts you might find helpful that discuss panic/anxiety attacks, along with anxiety in general, and ways to cope:
Tips to Cope with a Panic Attack
Anxiety Attacks | Helpful Tips and Tricks
What are some coping methods you use for panic attacks?
Dealing with Panic Attacks
Coping skills dump (feel free to add yours)
We also have a subforum for panic attacks within the Anxiety Support Subcommunity! You can find it here. The Depression Support Subcommunity might also be helpful for you since you mentioned struggling with depression when you're not anxious. I understand and empathize with this feeling as oftentimes I'm the same way. Know that you aren't alone, and there is a way out of the loop. ❤️ If you need support at any time, feel free to reach out to me or another listener on 7 Cups by visiting 7cups.com/connect. Take care, and best of luck to you!