It happens all at once—your heartbeat becomes a jackhammer, your body closes in on you like a corset. The dizziness, shortness of breath, and catastrophic thoughts are so formidable, you think you ...

Having a rush of anxiety, feeling your heart racing, breaking out into a sweat — whether it’s a spider suddenly scurrying out in front of you or in the lead-up to a big presentation at work or school, ...

Panic attacks can be terrifying − both for the person experiencing them and for people close by witnessing their occurrence. What's more, experiencing panic attacks may be more common than some people ...

What is panic disorder? Panic disorder is a mental health condition, and panic attacks are a symptom. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), around 1 in 75 people have panic ...

A panic attack feels like an ambush—your heart races, breathing becomes erratic, and a wave of dread washes over you. But while the symptoms are real, the danger is not. Panic attacks occur when the ...

Feeling sudden chest tightness, breathlessness, or a racing heart can be terrifying. Many people instantly fear the worst, a ...

It used to be thought that, as we age, we become less anxious, but the truth is that anxiety afflicts many older people as well. Indeed, it’s likely that older people with an anxiety or panic disorder ...

One moment you’re going about your day normally, and the next your heart is pounding like it’s trying to escape your chest while your brain screams that something catastrophic is about to happen. Your ...