Panic Disorder
Can not be controlled
We fear the unknown
This is the most common mental illness in all of America. You may have it and not know what is happening. It affects women more than men; 2.5%-1.3%
Etiology
Can be passed on genetically, triggered by stress, inappropriate activation of amygdala, drug or alcohol abuse, or a compensated respiratory alkalosis.
Learn the symptoms
shortness of breath or hyperventilation
heart palpitations or racing heart
chest pain or discomfort
trembling or shaking
choking feeling, dry mouth
feeling unreal or detached from surroundings
sweating
nausea or upset stomach
feeling dizzy, light-headed or faint
numbness or tingling sensation
not or cold flashes
fear of dying, losing control, or going crazy
Avoidance of places where you experienced a previous attack which can lead to agoraphobia
- Sudden or repeated fear attacks
- blood pressure rises
- person may not know when attacks will occur
- may talk self into attack- antipathy
- fears when next attack will occur