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Panic Attacks
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People with panic disorder have sudden and repeated attacks of fear that last for several minutes or longer. These are called panic attacks. Panic attacks are characterized by a fear of disaster or of losing control even when there is no real danger. A person may also have a strong physical reaction during a panic attack. It may feel like having a heart attack. Panic attacks can occur at any time, and many people with panic disorder worry about and dread the possibility of having another attack.
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This video explains panic attacks and panic disorder. It describes sudden, repeated attacks of fear that can include a strong physical reaction even when there is no real danger.
Key points
- Defines panic attacks as sudden and repeated attacks of fear lasting several minutes or longer
- Describes fear of disaster or losing control even when there is no real danger
- Notes the physical reaction during an attack may feel like having a heart attack
- Notes attacks can occur at any time and people may worry about and dread another attack
Video Overview
This video presents “Panic Attacks” — People with panic disorder have sudden and repeated attacks of fear that last for several minutes or longer. These are called panic attacks. Panic attacks are characterized by a fear of disaster or of losing control even when there is no. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.
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