How do you deal with a panic attack?

I try to remember that I've had many before and I survived each one. I have tests done to show that my physical self is in a good condition and that helps me rule out the idea that I'm having a heart problem for example. Keeping myself active and making sure that I don't give into the scary thoughts really help too.

The number one issue with panic attacks in not being able to catch your breath. I have discovered that this is because during the attack, not enough air is expelled from the lungs before another breath is taken. So instead of panicking further, purposely exhale as long as possible. The next breath will be complete and full.

When I was going through a panic attack my heart would pound and then start racing. Then my breathing would become disregulated. For me I found that by slowly getting my breathing under control i could slow my heart rate dow and reduce my levels of anxiety. Initially I found learning how to take deep and slow breaths while having a panic attack very hard so I would practice my breathing exercises when i was only mildly anxious. Eventually I got there!

Take a deep breath and remember no one is judging you. People are generally more concerned with themselves. No one is out to get you and remover yourself first. Deep muscle relaxation and breathing techniques. Start out small if you're anxiety gets to you

My best option is too take 10 very deep breaths, if that doesn't work try taking more deep breaths till you feel calm. Keep your heart rate and mind steady as in panic attacks it puts pressure in both.

Separate yourself from everyone, close your eyes, sit down, take deep breathes, tell yourself everything is going to be okay.

There are several ways to cope with a panic attack, some of which will work for you and some of which won't. It depends on what makes you feel relaxed, whether it's meditating, writing, listening to music, or anything else.

I was diagnosed with severe social anxiety when I was 9 and i've had it ever since. I have had my fair share of panic and anxiety attacks (too many if you ask me). I do not believe that there is really a way to "just deal" with a panic attack, they are very real things and some people need to understand that. But something that does help me feel like I matter to someone is having somebody that cares for me around; they don't have to talk to me or anything, all he (that special someone happens to be my boyfriend Tyler) has to do it hug me or hold my hand or keep contact with me in a way, I guess this helps me keep me grounded, during the attack I can't really control what I focus on or what I think about or what i'm doing for that matter, but once the attack has receded enough for me to become aware of my surroundings again, his contact gives me something good to focus on. Remember to always keep fighting and there is always light in the darkest of places, all we have to do is find our way towards it.

Take deep breathes and close your eyes. Try to repeat a mantra. I find that sometimes you just have to wait it out. If you remember that there will be an end- you'll be just fine.

Breathe. Just breathe. Concentrate on the breath. Plant your feet on the floor grounding yourself and KNOW that this will pass. Diaphragmatic breathing slows palpitations, reduces adrenalin output and restores the breathing to its natural rhythm. And know that is will ALWAYS pass and cannot hurt you.