Are panic attacks normal? I feel like I'm going crazy.
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softNutella25
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Jan 7, 2016
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Panic attacks are very normal and very common. As a matter of fact, the feeling of "going crazy" is a symptom of a panic attack! Although common, it is important that you find out what is causing these attacks and how you can gain control over them.
WonderfulSunrise
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Jan 14, 2016
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Panic attacks are very normal, and can often make you feel like you are losing control, or "going crazy". They can be triggered by many different scenarios and situations, varying from person to person, so having one usually is a sign that something bigger is currently bothering you.
Princefull12
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Jan 17, 2016
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I wake up in the middle of the night and have some crazy thughts during the day, when I feel like I'm going crazy, I for a split fraction of time "forget" where I am and I feel terrible all the time, I'm not used to this. I want to feel normal, again.
DancingAlong
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Jan 17, 2016
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Panic attacks are not ideal, but they also are not uncommon. You are not going crazy just because you are experiencing these extreme moments of panic. Seek help here and with a professional
fruityFaith16
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Jan 17, 2016
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Panic attacks can feel insane, but I promise you, you are NOT crazy. Find out if it runs in your family, because if it does, you know why you have panic attacks. See a phsycologist to figure out the right method for you.
MJ1
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Jan 18, 2016
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panic attacks are normal and you arent going crazy you are safe and you can easily control them dont worry! if it keeps happening see the doctor they can help
Truckerwife08
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Jan 21, 2016
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They are sometimes but i dont think they are all the time. Sometimes just thinking about something thats a trigger cause it.
lotusberry
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Jan 23, 2016
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They are so common! Very normal responses when something triggers your flight or fight response! With people who have panic disorders, this response goes haywire and is triggered when there is no danger present. You're not going crazy, your body is just protective of you!
Anonymous
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Jan 24, 2016
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Putting too much pressure on yourself not to have a panic attack can actually make it worse. It is normal and as crazy as it may seem, don't try to fight it, accept that you are going to have a panic attack and try to deal with it.
lovelulux
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Jan 28, 2016
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A panic attack can occur to anyone at any time, just some people are more susceptible to them. It is part of your body's 'fight or flight' response to danger. However, if panic attacks are affecting your daily life and limiting what you want to do, then seeking professional help is best.
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