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Should I avoid my triggers for panic attacks?

Profile: Errika
Errika on Oct 25, 2014
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Avoiding your triggers can end up making you panic about them even more when you have no other choice but to face them. First learn to control your panic attacks by noticing when one is about to happen then controlling your breathing. This is a task that takes some time and a lot of practice.
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Profile: StormWilliams
StormWilliams on Oct 25, 2014
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Yes, it can be immensely helpful to avoid triggers. triggers may need to be processed in the future, but that can be done with a trained professional in a safe environment.
Profile: KayBay
KayBay on Oct 27, 2014
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Yes, definately. If you know what the triggers are then by all means avoid them because you dont want to be provoking the attacks and allowing them to contine.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Oct 29, 2014
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No. I have panic attacks too, and I often put myself in the situations where I would often get an attack, and I've become so used to the situation that it doesn't bother me anymore.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Oct 29, 2014
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No. You should remind yourself what your triggers are so you're more prepared. The more ready you are the less likely you are to experience the panic attacks.
Profile: bouncyWriting56
bouncyWriting56 on Nov 2, 2014
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It's never a good idea to completely remove your triggers - this can lead to anxiety developing and getting worse; instead of avoiding them completely, consider approaching them in a more controlled way - get a friend to support you, be by your side, walk away if it gets too much but always go back a little bit further than last time. Small, positive steps are the way forward here.
Profile: elizabethdarling
elizabethdarling on Nov 10, 2014
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Yes, yes you should. If these things are bringing you into an anxiety attack, it would be unhealthy to continue visiting them. The best thing would be to focus on other things.
Profile: RaduMemete
RaduMemete on Nov 12, 2014
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You can't avoid them because they are subconscious. What you have to do is to find them and be aware of them. When you do this, you will be able to consciously stop them.
Profile: Mayaisthename
Mayaisthename on Nov 15, 2014
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No, try figure out what's triggering them and try avoid those things, if you can't try seeking help
Profile: KKGunner
KKGunner on Nov 16, 2014
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It depends on what feels comfortable for you. When you feel comfortable enough, confronting your triggers can help your anxiety, but this should only be attempted if you know how to calm yourself down once a panic attack does occur. You may also have to confront your triggers multiple times for them to go away. This is hard and mustn't be rushed. Some people choose never to confront their triggers and get around them by other methods. Ultimately, the decision is up to you.
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