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Anxiety Basics |
Overcoming Anxiety (Home) > Anxiety Basics > Anxiety Attack How to Tell If You have an Anxiety AttackIn the psychology profession there really is no difference between anxiety and panic attacks, both are used as interchangeable terms that describe the same thing. However, the milder version of a panic attack can be thought of as an anxiety attack. Anxiety attacks mainly occur abruptly and result in the person suffering from extreme anxiety. An anxiety attack may be considered a panic attack if it includes irrational feelings of panic, terror or fear. An acute bout of anxiety that is intense in nature and results in a person feeling panicky is the definition of an anxiety attack. Anxiety attack has a number of possible causes including panic attacks, panic disorders whether it is with or without agoraphobia as well as anxiety disorders. In some way or the other there are certain risk factors associated with the attacks but they don't directly cause the attacks. The presence of risk factors may not result in an anxiety attack although they will make the attacks more likely. Obtain a Diagnosis When you Spot SymptomsAnxiety attacks have certain signs and symptoms that accompany them and these can be noticeable by either the patient, doctor or both. The signs and symptoms may vary from individual to individual but may include anxiety, extreme anxiety, irrational anxiety, chest pain and difficulty breathing. To effectively battle anxiety attacks there are many treatments including therapy relaxation techniques and most importantly a person should have a balanced and healthy lifestyle so that they can remain in control of their life and help reduce anxiety. Anybody may be a victim of anxiety disorders if they have been suffering from intense anxiety or worry for six months or more and have this worry interfere with their work, relationships and other normal activities. Consulting a doctor is the best thing to do so an individual can obtain a diagnosis of the medical illness and medications. A person should remain well informed and err on the side of caution since some medical conditions can mimic or cause anxiety along with some medications that can induce anxiety in people.
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