A panic attack is a symptom of an anxiety disorder that has emotional and physical symptoms. A panic attack is one of the most intrusive problems you can have. Scientific research into the reasons for panic attacks show that a large percentage of those who are likely to experience a panic attack carry the gene dubbed DUP25. This article hopes to show that there are options available to panic attack sufferers.

It’s important you know what the main panic attack symptoms are and be able to recognize if you are having one. The symptoms of a panic attack normally follow the same pattern of the victim feeling their throat and chest tighten which leads to breathing trouble. Other symptoms include a dizzy feeling and increased heart rate which then turns into a fear that something really bad is about to occur. All these feelings feed the panic attack and make worse.

To some sufferers, they take the pains in their chest as a sign that they are about to have a heart attack and this can trigger a panic attack on its own. The doctor uses the frequency and intensity of the attacks to decide what medication he will use.

The fear that you no longer have a grasp on what’s real is a psychological symptom which often accompanies the physical ones. If you experience these symptoms then you should seek out the help of your doctor. The last time I had a panic attack it was on the way to work and I had been thinking about a task I had to perform that I hadn’t done for many years and I think this set me off.

By avoiding situations which could bring on a panic attack, sticking to healthy eating habits and exercise n a regular basis, you are likely to reduce the chances of a panic episode. A short term solution is by using medication specifically designed to reduce the symptoms of a panic attack.

While a number of attacks can usually be controlled by the sufferer, there are those severe panic attacks that require medication which would have to be prescribed by your doctor. It might be worth considering the use of Homeopathic and herbal remedies as an anxiety disorder treatment for panic attacks as they have shown some success in this are along with other stress or depression conditions. The use of music has long been effective as a calming aid and it can work with stopping a panic attack as can forcing the muscles to relax or performing yoga.

If however, you are looking for a long term solution to your panic attacks it is wise to seek a solution that doesn’t rely on anti-depressants, pills or chemicals.