Panic attacks are sudden episodes of intense fear or anxiety that can have a significant impact on a person’s life. During an attack, a person may experience physical symptoms such as a rapid heart rate, sweating, and shortness of breath, which can be distressing and lead to the development of anxiety disorders. Panic can interfere with daily activities and relationships, but seeking treatment, such as therapy or medication, can help manage and reduce its impact on a person’s life.

Panic attacks can also have physical symptoms, including:

• shaking.
• feeling disorientated.
• nausea.
• rapid, irregular heartbeats.
• dry mouth.
• breathlessness.
• sweating.
• dizziness.

Panic attacks typically include some of these signs or symptoms:

• Sense of impending doom or danger
• Fear of loss of control or death
• Rapid, pounding heart rate
• Sweating
• Trembling or shaking
• Shortness of breath or tightness in your throat
• Chills
• Hot flashes
• Nausea
• Abdominal cramping
• Chest pain
• Headache
• Dizziness, light headedness or faintness
• Numbness or tingling sensation
• Feeling of unreality or detachment