How to Tell if Your Child is Having a Panic Attack
How to Tell if Your Child is Having a Panic Attack As a parent, few things are scarier or more stressful than seeing your child sick. When that illness is mental, parents can feel completely helpless. To make matters worse, mental illness sometimes looks different in children and adolescents than in adults. So, it can be hard for parents to recognize what’s happening with their…
5 Myths About Panic Attacks
5 Myths About Panic Attacks Only 36.9 percent of the 40 million American adults with anxiety disorders seek treatment for their conditions. A lack of treatment can cause emotional symptoms to worsen and even hurt their physical health. Several factors may keep people with panic attacks from seeking treatment. For example, lack of access to affordable treatment can be a problem. Another issue is the…
How to Calm Yourself During a Panic Attack
How to Calm Yourself During a Panic Attack When you have a panic attack, you may find that your heart races, your breathing gets shallow, and you believe that something awful is coming your way. In the middle of these spells, it’s difficult to feel like anything can help. However, if you practice a few strategies now, you can be ready to stop panic…
