How long does a panic attack last?
Anushka1
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Sep 11, 2014
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A panic attack can last from 5-10 minutes. However, there might be certain cases with waves for up to 2 hours too. Depends from one person to another.
Courage
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Oct 26, 2014
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As long as it wants to... How long can I last? Longer. And I'm stronger with each one. :) They always end, but my job is to just hold on and take the best care of myself that I can in the moment.
Anonymous
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Aug 5, 2015
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I've had panic attacks for up to 4 hours. Ended up in the emergency room and passed out three times in one night because of it.
DapperRainbow
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Aug 14, 2015
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From my experience, a panic attack can last from a few minutes to hours, but the effects can last for days, and even come back in flashing moments of vulnerability. It's important to try and remain calm and ground yourself, focusing on the facts and trying not to focus on anything that could be manipulated by emotions. Breathing is important. These variables can help shorten the length of a panic attack.
IdkMeg
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Oct 8, 2014
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My panic attacks may last for 30 minutes, or they may even last for a whole week. It depends on what I'm panicked about. It may even last longer than a week, until the cause of the attack (like a test, or meeting someone who intimidates me) is over.
Bethennie
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Oct 9, 2014
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Panic attacks can really vary in time length, depending on how severe they are. You can really shorten them by taking deep breaths, forcing yourself to identify and connect with your surroundings, and listening to peaceful music.
Anonymous
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Nov 16, 2014
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it depends for the person and on the type of panic attack. i have had ones that lasted for hours and ones that have lasted for minutes
Anonymous
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Aug 14, 2015
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A panic attack can vary in length, and also in the way it is experienced. The good news is, in my opinion, that panic attacks, while undeniably uncomfortable, always pass. Every person deserves support when facing the challenge of panic attacks.
LindseyWillHelp
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Oct 16, 2014
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Well, I'm not an expert on this stuff, so I wouldn't take what I say to heart, but I'm pretty sure they don't have a specific span of time that they last
Savana13
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Nov 19, 2014
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It depends on the person, but usually it lasts 5-10 minutes, but it can come in waves for up to two hours.
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