Should I avoid my triggers for panic attacks?

Avoid them if and when possible, but do not be scared of your triggers. Sometimes we have no choice but to confront our triggers, but we have the opportunity to overcome them.

Hello, what I've learned is not to avoid them, because the more things you avoid in your life the more trapped your going to feel. Don't let your fears limit your life, seek professional help, you are not alone!

I can only go off my personal experience for this: I’ve found it helpful to avoid big triggers but not small triggers, that way I still live my life without any massive panic attacks and over time some of my triggers have went away

I'm gonna talk from experience but no, you shouldn't. Because in the long run it makes it worse. It's really hard to go through panic attacks and i know that, it's draining. But the only way to make things a bit better is to face the issue slowly, you don't have to deal with your triggers all at once, in situations when you don't feel safe. Take it slow, try to always have a safety "escape" plan in your mind just to be reassured, try to have a friend with you when you're going to a place that could be triggering etc. Just please don't try to avoid certain situations.

Avoiding triggers can be good to avoid panic attacks, but also facing triggers can help you overcome panic attacks.

I think ultimately you know what's best for your mental health and your situation. I think if you are struggling with avoidance to the point where it is keeping you from doing the things you need to do everyday, and/or adversely affecting relationships, school, work, etc. it may be time to consider working with a professional. There are some great therapists here on 7cups. But also, there are certain specially trained therapists that help people face their fears in an ever-increasing fashion, done in a safe and supportive environment. It is known as exposure therapy. Perhaps this is something you might read about and consider finding a therapist trained appropriately for this. Thanks for reaching out and best of luck :)