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Panic

These are descriptions of how individuals experienced various symptoms during withdrawal. While everyone's withdrawal is unique and symptoms will be different for everyone, it may be useful to know what others went through.

All withdrawal symptoms can be caused by things in addition to withdrawal. If a symptom is persistent or you are worried by it, it is always a good idea to get it checked out by your doctor to ensure nothing else is going on.

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Definition: (n) A panic attack is a period of intense fear or discomfort, typically with an abrupt onset and usually lasting no more than thirty minutes. Symptoms include trembling, shortness of breath, heart palpitations, sweating, nausea, dizziness, hyperventilation, paresthesias (tingling sensations), and sensations of choking or smothering.

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What I've Felt:

"You feel sustained waves of unreasonable fear, accompanied by the strong physical sensations mentioned above, and the surety that you are dying. When your parasympathic nervous systems kicks in, quieting the fight-or-flight response of your sympathetic nervous system, you will likely calm down. " - Matt

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My Coping Strategies

bullet Acceptance
bullet Deep breathing
bullet Distraction
bullet Friends
bullet Meditation
bullet Positive self-talk
bullet Progressive Muscle Relaxation

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Disclaimer:  The information contained in this website was not compiled by a doctor or anyone with medical training. The advice contained herein should not be substituted for the advice of a physician who is well-informed in the subject matter discussed. Before making any decisions about your health or treatment you should always confer with your physician and it is always assumed that you will do so.

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Last updated 21 July 2020