Panic Disorder

What does a Panic Attack or Anxiety Attack look like?

A panic attack or anxiety attack, is a sudden feeling of fear or discomfort that rises to a peak within 10 minutes or less and causes:

Panic Disorder Symptoms or Symptoms of a Panic Attack

• Pounding or racing heart
• Sweating
• Shaking or trembling
• Feeling short of breath
• Chest pain, tightness or discomfort
• Nausea or abdominal distress
• Feeling dizzy or light-headed
• Numbness or tingling
• Chills or hot flushes
• Fear of “going crazy”
• Fear of dying

Panic Attacks Cause

• Interference with daily life
• Missed activities
• Missed school
• Fear of driving
• Avoiding crowds

Panic Disorder is a real disorder that is highly responsive to proven treatments like Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT). Panic attacks can occur along with other issues, like social anxiety. Panic attacks can be very frightening. As a result of these frightening attacks, your may spend much of your time worrying about future attacks and avoiding situations where you fear one could occur or begin only going places with a “safe companion”. In becoming this safe companion, well-meaning loved ones can worsen the situation. Instead of seeking treatment, those suffering often become more and more dependent on others, shrinking their life experiences more and more, often leading to depression. It is so important to seek treatment for panic disorder without delay.

Empower Counseling specializes in treating Panic Disorders using Acceptance Commitment Therapy. Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) is proven effective for treating Panic Disorder. When you are tired of your anxiety and panic controlling what you can and can’t do, Empower is here to help you break free from anxiety’s hold and it’s symptoms.