Panic Attacks Summary

This page is build of keyword from "journal notes" and what I have experienced helps in the particular situation The details are discussed in several previous posts, this is meant as a fast overview.

If you think something is lacking, please write to me, and I'll add it to the list.

Panic attacks away from home

• Avoid input
• Kneel down in fetus position (especially if dizzy)
• Cover/close eyes
• Cover ears/music (avoid input)
• Breathing control
• Dissociation

Panic attacks at home

• Lay down (especially if dizzy)
• Breathing control
• Dissociation
• Untie stomach knots on knees and elbows.

When in control

• Leave everything as is an get to your safe spot safely.
• Eat and drink something as soon as possible (blood sugar)
• Find a distraction of choice (music, movie)
• Try to sleep (panic attacks drains your energy)