What is the best way to calm down when having a panic attack?

Depends on each person but I usually find a way to distract myself, usually by counting numbers or listing objects in the room. Just don't think about the fear itself.

What I've found most helpful when having a panic attack is to take a moment and a deep breath and focus as hard as possible on the way my feet feel in my socks and shoes. This helps bring my mind back into my body and into real life. It can be hard to remember to breathe, but it is critical. Breathe deeply and focus on something solid and how that feels.

The best way to calm down when having a panic attack is to just breathe and try to distract yourself. Listen to music or draw a picture or watch tv. Even eating a banana can help calm you down.

I use deep breathing exercises and close my eyes and keep my focus on my breathing. I also take a hold of my healing stones and try to think reassuring thoughts.

Take a moment to breathe. Find certain things to focus on. I read an exercise online that I found very helpful as well. It said, "Name five things you can see. Breathe. Name four things you can feel. Breathe. Name three things you can hear. Breathe. Name two things you can smell. Breathe. Name one thing that makes you happy. Breathe." By doing this you find things to focus on that AREN'T the panic attack.

Breathing in and out slowly with your abdomen. Also counting on your fingers and concentrate on what is happening, how you're feeling and accept that the emotions you are experiencing are valid. When I used to have panick attacks often, I would put one finger in front of me and move it in a 8 shape and follow it with my eyes but without moving my head. It is a great relaxation technique. Hope I helped a little bit. Take care!

take a shower and drink water and take deep breaths and talk to someone about your problems and try to relaxs

Always remember to breathe. Keep repeating to yourself everything will be okay and instead of focusing on the negative of the situation, think of all the positives and everything that makes you happy. Use coping skills. Even listening to music or drawing a few stick figures or anime eyes can be very calming.

Deep breathing is an effective way to slow your heart rate and relieve some of the physical symptoms. Another great step is to get outside and connect with something that will ground you. Touch the grass, feel the wind. It helps clear the swirl of thoughts and emotions that can feel like they are suffocating you.

I like sit outside of my hoodie and look around for 5-10 different nature things outside. Best thing I found is to try and distract your mind into going into having a panic attack.