Saturday 10 October 2009

Existing With Anxiety Or Panic Attacks

By Laura A. Schoffner

Have you been awakened in the middle of the night with an overwhelming sense of fear, but can't figure out what it is that you are so fearful of? Have you been in the grocer, walking down the aisles, minding your own business, when you all of a sudden break out in a cold sweat, start shaking, and feel an intense need to run out of the store as quickly as possible? Do you end up troubling excessively over things that you use to take in stride? If so , you may be afflicted with anxiety or panic fits.

It's stated that 4 million people suffer because of this disorder. It's also known as Generalized Anxiety disorder. Afflicted with unnecessary nervousness can not only cause emotional symptoms, but can also lead you to have physical symptoms as well . ( Headaches, muscle tension, sweating, revulsion, having difficulty sleeping, for example.

The exact cause for anxiety attacks isn't known. Many factors do seem to make a contribution to it though. Some of these are genetics, ( members of the family that be afflicted by it also ), brain chemistry, ( aberrant levels of certain neurotransmitters ), and environmental tensions,eg death of a friend or family member, abuse, divorce, etc . It is commoner in ladies then men, and can begin in infancy, or may not show up until adulthood.

If you think that you may be subjected to stress or panic attacks/disorder, it's best to see your physician as quickly as possible. It can be diagnosed, most likely, by your GP asking you certain questions, not only about your medical history, but also by performing a physical exam. They may base their diagnosis on the intensity and duration of your symptoms.

Treatment for anxiousness abnormalities include medicine, behaviour care and/or relaxation systems. Medications frequently used to treat anxiety defects are typically employed in a short term manner, and include a class of drugs called benzodiazepines. The medicine helps as it tends to help make you feel calmer, can relax your muscles, and help with restlessness. Some of the common medicine's used include Xanax, Valium, Ativan and Librium. It may take a couple of weeks for these medications to'kick in'. A few of these medications are addictive, so your GP should/will watch your use.

It'd also be advised that you try behaviour therapy, in which you learn how to recognize what thoughts and behaviors might be leading you into having a panic attack. You may be able to learn how to change your thought patterns, and learn to take a look at concerns in a more pragmatic way. This could be attempted alone, or together with medication.

Anxiety attacks/Panic disorders, can't be forestalled by'willing' your intellect to stop them, but you can do a few things to help to manage some of the worst symptoms. Try to limit your caffeine intake, exercise every day, eat healthy, and always seek treatment from a pro if you're feeling it is becoming beyond control .

About the Author:

No comments:

Post a Comment