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1. buttercup says:

   May 25, 2009 at 9:08 am

   Anxiety and panic attacks can be managed. There are many good books out there. Call your community mental health centre. They offer groups on dealing with panic attacks.
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2. Ask a Health Nut says:

   May 25, 2009 at 9:21 am

   Some panic attacks can lead to psudeo heart attachs or pseduo seizures. I had panic attacks which basically revealed themselves as seizures. The docotor told me that I had an anxiety disorder and depression–because of the things that have happened to me. She perscribed me medicine, but I just pinned that perscription up on the wall. And I've yet to take it yet. Instead I work out at the gym alot and help other people! I havent had an attack since. I get a feeling sometimes—but I try and stay strong and focused. You can do that too!
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3. Simon says:

   May 25, 2009 at 9:43 am

   Despite what you'll hear, a lot of things are actually better cured on your own. Panic attacks stem from a deeper problem, and you have the power to fix it. Depression is the same.

   So, yes, it is possible.
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4. thylawyer says:

   May 25, 2009 at 10:01 am

   Panic attacks vary from very mild to very severe. If they prevent you from leading a normal life, you should think about treatment. Hypnosis works for some people, but the preferred non-pill treatment involves exposing you to the panic situation repeatedly until your brain stops treating it as a threatening event. You can do this yourself if your reaction is not too severe, but there are professionals who will use this treatment.

   I still get claustrophobic panic attacks in viewing scenes like people crawling into narrow caves, but I no longer get them in dark shower stalls.
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5. littleshorty9 says:

   May 25, 2009 at 10:36 am

   Yes many people with panic don't take medications. Most of them will choose to see a psychologist who specializes in biofeed back therapy which is really great for it. Many people will become aware of their body sensations and will be able to tell when they are tense, anxious etc and stop the full blown attack before it starts. Having Xanax on hand in a just in case works too. Many people take this drug only when they clearly need it, and then don't take it again until they are having an attack that they don't think they can get themselves out of.
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6. natdakat00 says:

   May 25, 2009 at 11:12 am

   I don't take meds but I still have them. It really depends on whether you want to learn to live with them or if you want to take meds to make them stop. Can you tell when you are going to have one? Mine are situational so I always know or at least have an idea of when one will or could occur. If yours are the same, you can ask your doctor for a wafer type medication (Xanax or Kolonopin) that you take only when needed. You don't take it daily so your body doesnt become dependent on them. If you have them often and can't tell when one is coming, then you should ask for a daily med. It will greatly improve your life…. and its an easy fix.
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7. itlonda says:

   May 25, 2009 at 11:18 am

   Try the amino acid; GABA. It is a natural tranquilzer but is non-addicting and it doesn't 'get you off' like valium, xanex, etc.
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8. WiserAngel says:

   May 25, 2009 at 11:49 am

   I was leading a high stress life, just got divorced and then I got this medical diagnosis that I just couldn't handle. I started to get severe panic attacks. They made my life impossible to live. I first went the natural route and tried St. John's Wort and many other things, but ended up having to go on Lexapro and Lorazapam. I am currently trying to wean off the Lorazapam as the Lexapro kicks in more. I am also practicing deep yoga breathing,which really seems to help the heart rate and panic feelings. I hope to be able to eventually kick the Lexapro and get back to normal living, but in my case, I needed it to get through a crisis where my nervous system just couldn't seem to "right" itself. Everyone's situation is completely different.
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9. Jay says:

   May 25, 2009 at 12:12 pm

   I have panic attack disorder. And my attacks get so bad that my heart races, I get nauseated, I sweat and sometimes pass out. Or I even cut. I don't think that there is a natural cure for panic attacks, at least mine anyways because mine come from PTSD, so I need to keep up with my therapy and take meds to help me handle them better.
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10. An Ant =see its Ways to be Wise says:

    May 25, 2009 at 12:57 pm

    Transforming our minds, and hearts I believe, is the key to peace of mind/Happiness !
    Please Patiently Read the information I’ve typed up. Thank You.
    * Transforming our hearts, and minds – for peace of mind & Happiness ! *
    1) Be in a comfortable position, whether sitting or lying down.
    2) Have someone watch your children for about 10 or 15 min. [Increase in time, after practicing for a month]. Then close your eyes, and concentrate totally on your breathing.
    3) At the end of your first inhalation of oxygen, count One. Keep doing this until you get to ten. Remain patient with yourself. {Continue patiently throughout this disciplinary practice).
    4) Then focus your attention on breathing only through your nostrils, which filter out all
    the things, which are not healthy to breath into your lungs. Be aware of the various
    sensations through your nostrils, while you continue the counting. When you get to
    ten, start again at one. This disciplinary practice should take only 10 – 15 min. total time.
    5) When a distracting thoughts enters your mind allow them to pass thru {your mind w/out
    analyzing them, or judging them, or trying to fix them. Then gently, patiently bring your full
    attention back to your breath. Every time, a distracting thought {any thought which would take your attention of your breath), comes to your mind, you need to use this skillful method to bring your full attention, back to your breath. Thoughts do come into our minds, especially stressful, sometimes angry, and
    worrisome thoughts, or pressing thoughts which indicate to us that we have an anxious mind.
    Just be patient w/yourself, and keep practicing. **"There is already proven evidence of the Success of The Mindfulness of Breathing Exercises Proven by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn PhD
    and by many other Psychologists, Psychiatrists, Scientists, & Cognitive Behavioral Therapists! They give much evidence through clinical studies, that The Mindfulness of Breathing (or mindfulness meditation – another name for this practice) dissolves stress, anger, depression, envy, jealousy, hatred, selfishness,
    worry, impatience, intolerance, fear, anxiety, & many other unhealthy and unwholesome spiritual/mental/emotional states, we so often fall into. Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn PhD. Wrote a best seller called, “Coming to our Senses” which teaches the mindfulness of breathing (mindfulness meditation). And there is an Excellent book out called, “The Beginner’s Guide to Insight Meditation” By: Arinna Weisman and Jean Smith, which teaches Mindfulness of Breathing, Loving-kindness Meditation while walking to exercise, & Insight Meditation (a higher form of meditation, which greatly helps us to accurately, & clearly see things, people, & situations as they really are, so we’re Not held captive by our unwholesome thoughts, and reactions toward others, & situations in life. Some people use prayer, along with the mindfulness of breathing, to help them in life. Whatever methods one uses, should not be criticized, judged or condemned. Practicing what Jesus taught in Matt. 7:1-5 on not judging, criticizing, or condemning others is important in order for us to experience a healthy spiritual, mental, and emotional life. We are held accountable for the transformation of our own lives, not others. If you’re a little impatient when it comes to results, especially for dissolving anger, I encourage you to read the book, “Working With Anger” By: Thubten Chodron. Has 3 chapters on Training our mind & spirit in Patience; the book helps us see that our personal enemies are anger, hatred, pride and unforgiveness. It is actually a very encouraging book. The Author is also a Psychologist. Many find Prayer quite helpful, to help them gain self-confidence, guidance, comfort, security, & to help them deal with problems, & challenges of Life. And this is great too. The key is that we are gentle, patient, & forgiving with ourselves through the process of transforming our minds – to acquire peace of mind, and happiness. Some religions indicate the importance of renewing & transforming the mind, & as a result – their lives. Rom. 12:2 is an example of just that! A good friend shared with me that Jesus saved his spirit, but it was his responsibility to work out the salvation of his soul {he shared with me that the soul is the Mind, will, & emotions). He said to me that it says this in the book of James. This is done through Rom. 12:2, thus dissolving pride, hatred, and condemnation toward others. This information he shared with me inspired & encouraged me. I sincerely believe, as Jesus taught humanity in Matt. 7:1-5, that not judging, or criticizing, and condemning others, or ourselves is important toward peace of mind. It’s important that we respect beliefs {not judging or condemning them), allowing them to work out (as my friend shared with me) the salvation of our soul {mind/intellect, will & emotions) ourselves, without criticizing others for the methods they use to do this. As we transform our minds, thus transforming our lives, we help end our sufferings, and gain inner peace, and happiness. And that is really all that most of humanity wants the Most, is peace of mind, and Happiness. Thx. For reading this. Stay Optimistic. Life is Wonderful, and People are too !
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