Surprising Facts About Panic Attacks

 Panic attacks, the hallmark feature of panic disorder, are often misunderstood. For example, some people may believe that panic attacks are just a person's way of overreacting to feelings of fear and anxiety. 
Even if you have been diagnosed with panic disorder, there may still be some facts about panic attacks that you are unaware of. Listed here are some surprising answers to 4 separate FAQs about panic attacks. 

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Surprising Facts About Panic Attacks  Panic attacks, the hallmark feature of panic disorder, are often misunderstood. For example, some people may believe that panic attacks are just a person's way of overreacting to feelings of fear and anxiety.  Even if you have been diagnosed with panic disorder, there may still be some facts about panic attacks that you are unaware of. Listed here are some surprising answers to 4 separate FAQs about panic attacks.  Katharina Star, Ph.D. Panic Disorder Expert Are All Panic Attacks the Same? Panic disorder is marked by persistent and often unexpected panic attacks. These symptoms are called uncued or unanticipated panic attacks. However, it is possible to experience anticipated panic attacks, in which a specific phobia or fear in one's environment triggers a panic attack. Learn more about the different types of panic attacks and how these symptoms can relate to other mental health conditions. READ NOW Can I Have a Panic Attack While I'm Sleeping? It is possible to experience panic attack symptoms while you are sound asleep. Known as nocturnal panic attacks, these symptoms can awaken you out of your sleep. The fear and anxiety experienced from nocturnal panic attacks can be so intense that you are unable to fall back asleep. Learn more about nocturnal panic attacks, how these symptoms can contribute to sleep disorders, and where to turn for help.  READ NOW Can Diet Contribute to Panic Attacks? You may be familiar with the many physical benefits of proper nutrition, but did you know that your diet can also impact your experience with panic disorder? Certain foods can trigger panic attacks, causing increased feelings of nervousness and anxiety. Find out more about how diet and exercise can impact your experience with panic attacks. READ NOW Can Panic Attacks Kill Me? Many panic attack sufferers view their symptoms as a disturbing and often terrifying ordeal. Symptoms such as accelerated heart rate, disorientation, chest pain, and trembling can make someone feel as though he/she is losing control. Due to these potentially frightening symptoms, it is no wonder that many panic attack sufferers fear that panic attacks can kill them. Here you will learn more about the symptoms of panic attacks.  READ NOW Featured Articles • How to Rev Up Your Metabolism and Burn More Calories • What do do if you're not losing weight • Why The Heartbreak Diet Really Works • Celebrity Babies Due in 2016 • The Sugar You're Eating Without Even Knowing It • Get Better Flip Flops for Happier Feet • 5 Yoga Poses That Will Help Improve Your Posture • 5 Strategies to Add Sizzle to Your Senior Sex Life Advertisement About Panic Disorder  |  Follow Us 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 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.