How to you stop an anxiety attack? I do deep breathing and that helps some but not enough. It just goes away?


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when it's ready to. And the weirdest things will bring it on. Like today I had to make a phone call to the town office, I've talked to them before and it's never bothered me. My stomach gets tied up in knots when I go to the same Dr I've been seeing for 7 years! Going to Wal Mart can do it sometimes and the last 2 weeks attending the same chruch I have been going to for 9 yrs gave me heart palpitations! I feel like I am shaking all over.. I can't get into see the phyciatrist until Oct 18. So what kinds of things have to tried or heard of? Any home remedies or tricks? I have one med now for anxiety.And it does wonders for all the "What if's" The other one made me so sleepy I couldn't take it. But what's so weird is that I didn't feel this way BEFORE , I've been off it now for a few weeks.
So in the meantime, I'd really love to be able to calm down. I see a counsleor too starting Oct 3.

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While you're waiting to see professional help, read all you can on the web about what other people do. And try to get in touch with your feelings when you feel it starting up. Am I feeling fear? Anger? Excitement? Does it happen when you're along or just when you have to deal with people? Etc. Write it all down so you'll be able to give your professionals a clear picture of what's going on with you.
I have heard that breathing into a paper bag for a few minutes will help. Go to the doctor and describe your problems. You may need to be placed on a medication to prevent these attacks.

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