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How can I escape a crowded environment when I feel a panic attack coming on ?

Profile: ViolettaK
ViolettaK on Feb 23, 2016
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If you're with a friend, stick to them and ask them to find a quieter place for you. If you're not, try going to the bathroom or any nearby place with less people and start thinking positive thoughts, try to think of a friend or family member. Or even call them.
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Profile: jovialCat69
jovialCat69 on May 31, 2016
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Start taking deep breaths, inhale through nose exhale through mouth. Nobody notices you are in panic unless u have a companion with u. Just sit at the closest comfort spot like a bench. Dont fight the panic. Just let it be. Ignore and distract yourself to some beautiful thought and feel how blessed u are when u compare urself to people wirh more severe diseases. Thats it. When it is gone, it would have made u stronger and u wud have learned a bit how to handle it.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Oct 4, 2016
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First of all relax close your eyes and breath. Tell someone to help you get out of there. Keep breathing in and out.
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Anonymous on Nov 20, 2017
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Think happy thoughts or try and leave the area go to a bathroom or less crowded space or seek a trusted friend or family member
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 22, 2022
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Feeling a panic attack coming on in a crowded environment can be scary, and the first step is recognizing you have options. Acknowledging to yourself that you can give yourself the self care you need at this moment. It is the right thing to do. You can choose to excuse yourself. You are free to step outside to take some calming breath’s. If your with a friend, you can choose to tell them your truth and ask for help. The most important thing to remember is you’re in charge. You get to made decisions that are best for your higher good.
Profile: AmethystUnicorn
AmethystUnicorn on May 30, 2022
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It's great that you can identify when you start to feel panicky! That's one of the best things in helping yourself calm down, is knowing what you're feeling! Personally, I try to steady my breathing and stay in the situation because over time, the escaping of situations makes my brain want to run every time something tough happens. I find that breathing in a pattern while counting helps A LOT. Just taking slow, deep breaths is one thing, but to count with the breaths is another! It helps distract your mind from the panic or whatever thought is causing the panic, which helps you relax. Wishing you the best!
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