The holiday season is often a busy time of year filled with social functions, gift-buying, and entertaining. Even though the holidays can be a lot of fun, many people are impacted by the extra stress that is often brought on during this hectic season.
People with panic disorder can be especially triggered during the holidays. Anxiety and other panic-related symptoms may flare. Additionally, feelings of loneliness and lack of social support may be harder to cope with during the holiday season.
Read ahead for some tips and information to assist you in managing your panic and anxiety symptoms throughout the holiday season and well into the new year.
| | If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here | | | | Managing the Holidays When You Have Panic Disorder | The holiday season is often a busy time of year filled with social functions, gift-buying, and entertaining. Even though the holidays can be a lot of fun, many people are impacted by the extra stress that is often brought on during this hectic season. People with panic disorder can be especially triggered during the holidays. Anxiety and other panic-related symptoms may flare. Additionally, feelings of loneliness and lack of social support may be harder to cope with during the holiday season. Read ahead for some tips and information to assist you in managing your panic and anxiety symptoms throughout the holiday season and well into the new year. | | Katharina Star, Ph.D. Panic Disorder Expert | | | Holiday Stress and Panic Disorder | The holiday season can be a challenging time for those living with panic disorder. Excessive stress around the holidays can cause panic disorder symptoms to rise. However, the stress of the season does not have to put a damper on your holiday spirit. Here you will find some helpful tips to a happier holiday season. | | | How to Cope with Panic Disorder During the Holidays | Panic disorder symptoms can be especially difficult to manage during the holiday season. However, planning ahead can help you tackle your stressors and cope with panic disorder during the holidays. Here you will find an overview and tips to help you get a grip on panic and anxiety during the holiday season. | | | Setting Boundaries in with Others | The holidays are often marked by feelings of closeness with others. However, this time of year can also make you more aware of relationship issues. Having panic disorder can greatly impact your relationships, especially those in which you haven't set clear boundaries. Learn more about creating healthy boundaries and better relationships. | | | Take Time for Self-Care | If the holiday season has got you down, you may need to shift your focus onto taking care of yourself. Rather than centering on the potential stress and disappointment around the holidays, take time to practice self-care instead. Putting effort into your own self-care can help you feel more in control of your current situation and free from holiday stress. Self-care involves all those activities that you may engage in to enhance your personal health and wellbeing. These practices can include every part of your life, such as your physical, spiritual, creative, and social needs. For example, you may take an exercise class to improve your physical health, join a group to increase your social support, or start a hobby to strengthen your creativity.Here you will find tips on how to bring more self-care into your life. | | | | | | You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Panic Disorder newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here | | 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 | | | | | | | | |
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