If you've ever had a panic attack on a perfectly happy morning, you know how confusing and terrifying it can feel. This page explains why this happens and how you can start trusting yourself again.
Aap have done nothing to cause or deserve this. Panic attacks can feel overwhelming and confusing, especially when they happen without a clear reason. They are a trick of the mind and body, and they are not a sign that anything is wrong with aap.
Your body is not your enemy. A panic attack is a false alarm: your brain and body have confused a harmless moment with a real danger. This is not your fault. It is like a fire alarm ringing when there is no fire. It is terrifying, but it is not true.
When a panic attack starts, it feels like it will never end. But it will, and you can help it along. Try to remember that this feeling is temporary. Do one thing — even just for a few seconds — that distracts you from the panic. It could be counting your breaths, looking at something in the room, or humming a song in your head. This helps your brain reset.
Panic attacks often happen for no reason. Sometimes they are a sign that aap have been under too much stress, even if aap don't realise it. Other times, they happen because your body has learned to react this way. It is not your fault, and it does not mean there is anything wrong with you. Many people go through this, and with time and support, it can get better.
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