I was in my computer course thinking about all the homework I have to do, and really worried about what I was going to say to my girlfriend (as in breaking up), and the instructor was talking so loud it was grating my ears. I couldn't concentrate, I had a lump in my throat and felt I couldn't breathe, my entire body was twitching and spasming to the point of embarassment and I thought there was no way to stop. My hands were sweating and I had to roll my eyes back or stare out the window to keep from exploding. I have a cutting problem, so I took the end of my pen and kept rubbing it over my thigh. This helped for awhile, but ultimately I never calmed down until I left the class.
I know panic attacks can consist of black-outs and rapid breathing, but I just felt dizzy and I couldn't breathe. Could this be considered a panic attack? Is this just going to get worse if I don't see someone about it. I think I really need to see a therapist about this. It scared me to death.
2006-09-19 10:45:49 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
I think that it could be an anxiety attack. Mine usually start with feeling a little dizzy or I feel like I'm shaking. Sometimes my heart starts beating fast and I feel clammy and sweaty. I feel like I can't breathe and that I have to get up and walk around (or sometimes sit very quietly).
I have them when I'm very stressed, but sometimes it's when I think I'm completely calm. What's happening is my brain is whirring like mad even though I'm physically relaxed.
I thought I was having a heart attack the first time it happened to me.
Yes, please see a doctor right away. I had blood sugar and thyroid tests done to rule those out.
Now I take Xanax when I have to and I'm doing great. Good luck to you. They are SO scary, but you can most definitely get help.
2006-09-19 11:35:29 · answer #1 · answered by dashelamet 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, I believe it was a panic attack as you were feeling completely overwhelmed. And, yes, these will get worse - so see your doctor who may very well refer you to a therapist. Also, crisis lines can be very helpful.
2006-09-19 17:53:10 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure sounds like it. Check it out this site:
http://www.cureanxietydisorder.com/?utm_source=YahooAnswers&utm_medium=link%2Bpost
It has helped many people that have had panic/anxiety attacks....and the methods used don't require the use of medication!
Hope this helps you...
2006-09-19 18:00:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Panic attack, it has happened to me before. go to a therapist, if you don't want to, then try this:
you close your eyes and you pretend you're in your happy place (mine is a sandy beach) you count to ten and breath in slowly. .
Sometimes, i tell my teachers and they let me go sit out in the hallway. (i tell them so whenever it's happening they just let me go outside without asking)
it hasn't happened to me in a while. :)
good luck!.get better!
2006-09-19 17:55:38 · answer #4 · answered by buffychik1 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
panic attack
2006-09-19 17:48:33 · answer #5 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
dam thats crazy if i was u i would see somebody about that quick ,fast and in a hurry..sorry that happen to you :( i feel bad because i cant do any thing
2006-09-19 17:56:44 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Y.E.S. SEE a THERAPIST OR GET HELP ITS ONLY GOING TO GET WORST.
2006-09-19 17:49:01 · answer #7 · answered by Rainbow Brite 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋