How can others help me when Im having a panic attack?

I think the main thing is just that they accept what is happening, that it will pass and most importantly that they don't get overly worked up or anxious too. If I'm panicking the last thing I want is someone else adding fuel to the fire.

Remind you to slow down your breathing. Breathe in............Breathe out......... So obvious, but its the first thing I forget when I freak out

Ask to stay with you and comfort you, have them talk to you and get you anything you need (a drink etc.) and have them stay until the attack has subsided.

`Some else being with you whilst your having a panic attacks can be beneficial, they can assist you with your breathing, and also be reassurance, that all will be fine, and that it will pass in time.

You can play the 54321 game. The game goes as so: Find five things you can see. Find four things to touch-and touch them. Find three things you can hear-and listen. Find two things you can smell- breathe them in. Find one thing you can taste- take it in.

Having a panic attack is one of the most frightening experience ever,sometimes just having someone close by helps,talk and express what works for u,do u prefer people to talk in a calming way or just be there for you

You can ask others to do certain things for you, like removing the thing that triggered the attack (if possible) or helping you go to a quiet place where you can ride out the attack in peace. You can also let them know that there are certain things that trigger you, so that they can avoid doing those things so you don't have an attack in the first place. Personally for me, I like going to my car and holding a stuffed animal and being held by my partner, it helps a lot when I'm having a panic attack.

For me personally, it is really helpful when someone helps me focus on my breathing and does breathing exercises with me. It also helps if they get me some water and just sit with me until the panic attack subsides. Some people like being held during a panic attack, like me, I like being held and hugged and it also helps to hug a stuffed animal or pillow and keep pressure on my chest. But some people don't like being touched during a panic attack; each person has different needs. It may also be helpful to focus on your senses and focus on things you can see, smell, hear, and feel.