5 Things Not to Do If You Suffer from a Panic Attack

We try to provide as much practical information as possible to those who suffer from a panic attack but also to those who have family members or dear friends with this condition. To know himself better, to know what to do and what not to do, where to ask for help, what to expect, etc. We hope they will help and win the battle with panic attacks.

Don't think that they will go away on their own and that this is just a difficult time

We all have difficult times in life. There are ups and downs. But panic attacks are not one of them. It is a treacherous psychological condition that must be diagnosed correctly and treated as soon as possible. You need to do this carefully with the best specialist you have access to.

This way you will find healing and you will be able to return to your life. Be alone that they will not go away on their own. Left untreated, panic attacks will intensify and be associated with other psychosomatic illnesses. Don't let that happen to you!

Don't start a treatment that you abandon because of how you feel a little better

It's true that after the nightmare of panic attacks, when you start to feel a little better, you think you're ready! You have healed. You no longer need medication or therapy. But it's a trap. People have a hard time getting used to evil, but they instantly get used to good and think they deserve it. Even when you feel significantly better (something that everyone involved in your recovery wants and wants!)

You should continue with medication and therapy. Failure to do so will result in relapse. This means that all your efforts and those of the therapist have been in vain. Relapse makes you start over. Don't you want to waste your time, money, and your recovery just a step away ?! The Romanians have a saying that applies in this case: "don't drown on the shore".

Don't be alone if you are prone to frequent panic attacks

Even if the attack itself lasts only a few minutes, it is good that you do not live alone until you recover from this condition. You need someone close to you to help you. Even if it's just around you, even if it's just verbal encouragement - it means more than you think. It is an important pillar in your recovery.

It helps you gain courage and gain time to complete healing. Don't drive your loved ones away from you just because they don't want to see you panic. Indeed, it is not a pleasant sight for anyone, but without their help, you risk anticipation. This is even worse than a panic attack because it forces you to always live in fear ("able if it starts again?").

Don't think that it will be easy to go back to your previous life

Panic attacks are not a superficial condition, so if you think you will recover in the blink of an eye, know that you are wrong. We're not telling you to add any more luggage to the one you already have. It is only our desire that you be aware that there will be a struggle. YOU will be the main hero.

You will be supported by a therapist (you have to trust him), medication, family, friends, and possibly specialized support groups for those with a panic attack. You will win together, but for a while, the fight will be fierce. Be ready for this. It means more than anything that you want to be healed. And stay with this healing. Don't take a few months and then start treatment again. Be well for the rest of your life.

Don't blame your parents for leaving you such a genetic inheritance

It is not uncommon for young people suffering from panic attacks to blame their parents. There are indeed specialists who claim that there are genetic causes that trigger this disease, but it does not help at all to blame them. They didn't want that for you. No parent wants that. Everyone wants the best for their child.

Moreover, it does not ruin the relationship with your parents even in a delicate moment when you need their support. You better study the complex causes of this condition a bit and try to figure out if you have any specific specifics of panic. This will be of great help to the therapist who will know better which therapeutic method to apply to you.