Panic Attacks ARE Treatable

Panic attacks are very curable and respond remarkably well to the right kind of therapy, says a recent Psychology Today* article.

Many people who suffer from panic attacks mistake them to be some kind of a physical problem that require medication. But in reality, unless you have a disorder which is causing those severe panic attacks to occur frequently, medication is not necessary for treating most panic attacks.


It is somewhat similar to treating our common cold with medication. We know the cold virus does not respond to medication, but we may take a decongestant or an antihistamine just so we quickly start to feel better.

But while short-term symptomatic relief is fine as long as it's not overdone, following certain habits and lifestyle changes is what helps the most in the long run - these could be a healthy diet and physical exercise to boost our immune system, for instance, in the case of cold.


Of course, panic attack symptoms are much more severe, and in no way comparable to those of common cold, making the case for medications that offer symptomatic relief much stronger for these attacks. But, the severity of these very symptoms can also make a strong case for the importance of a long-term approach to this problem.

Panic attack symptoms last for just about 10 minutes and wreak havoc in the person's mind and body. Your body reacts as if there is a life-threatening danger close by, when no imminent danger is present.

Why does it do that?

Addressing that issue could be the key to a long-term solution to your panic attacks.

What's the best way to do that?

While you may choose to take medication to ease your suffering initially, in the long run, a two-pronged approach that involves correcting any exaggerated thinking, and simultaneously eliminating any undesired behavior is what is going to help you the most. Such a therapy is called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Don't necessarily think of a therapist's office when you come upon the word "therapy", although that may be a good option if you suffer from severe and frequent panic attacks. For many other sufferers, as the Psychology Today article points out, the specific CBT techniques can be done on your own with the help of a book.

Here is one such self help book which has an excellent track record of treating panic attacks naturally, using the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Click here for a short presentation about a natural technique to stop your panic attacks forever.


* http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/anxiety-help/201109/panic-attacks-what-they-are-and-how-stop-them-0