Panic disorder is an anxiety disorder where you regularly have sudden attacks of panic or fear.
BackAnxiety is a feeling of unease. It can range from mild to severe, and can include feelings of worry and fear. Panic is the most severe form of anxiety.
You may start to avoid certain situations because you fear they'll trigger another attack. This can create a cycle of living "in fear of fear". It can add to your sense of panic and may cause you to have more attacks. During a panic attack you get a rush of intense mental and physical symptoms. It can come on very quickly and for no apparent reason. A panic attack can be very frightening and distressing.
A racing heartbeat, feeling faint, sweating, nausea, chest pain, shortness of breath
Trembling, hot flushes, chills, shaky limbs, a choking sensation, dizziness
Numbness or pins and needles, dry mouth, a need to go to the toilet, ringing in your ears
A feeling of dread or a fear of dying, a churning stomach, a tingling in your fingers
Feeling like you're not connected to your body
Most panic attacks last between 5 and 20 minutes. Some have been reported to last up to an hour. The number of attacks you have will depend on how severe your condition is. Some people have attacks once or twice a month, while others have them several times a week. Although panic attacks are frightening, they're not dangerous. An attack will not cause you any physical harm, and it's unlikely you'll be admitted to hospital if you have one.
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