I am not sure what the symptoms of an anxiety attack are but I was sweating like crazy and I felt like I couldn't breathe and my heart was beating crazy. I felt like I was extremely scared, the way my heart was beating, but for no apparent reason. It took 3 or 4 hours to fall asleep.
And no, I don't do any drugs, drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes.
And no, I didnt have anything to be nervous about the next day.
Is it just stress? Should I see a doctor? Is this what an anxiety attack feels like?
2006-10-23 06:51:58 · 18 answers · asked by Trinity 3 in Health ➔ Mental Health
Well you can talk yourself into an anxiety attack and talk yourself out of one.
Try and think of the reason you felt scared, it is a feeling, did you watch a scary movie lately, is it what's in the news.
We live in frightening times if you experience this again try praying and putting your fear in God's hand, ask him in the name of Jesus to help you overcome this irrational fear.
You can also try deep breathing exercises if you can't fall asleep.
Don't stress over one night, you may just have not been tired, if it bbecomes routine then I would consult a doctor.
2006-10-23 06:57:11 · answer #1 · answered by Neptune2bsure 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes, what you describe is what a panic or anxiety attack feels like. Most people experience a few in their lives. One attack though does not mean you have "panic or anxiety" problems. If you begin to fear another attack or have repeated episodes day or night of the above symptoms you should see your doctor right away. They will likely (I hope) want to rule out possible physical causes prior to diagnosing you with anxiety. Good luck. A lot of people do have these disorders, you are not alone.
2006-10-23 07:07:59 · answer #2 · answered by Dust in the Wind 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does sound like an anxiety attack, has there been some thing new going on in your life, new job, new purchase, or even some thing going on with some one close to you... some thing that does not feel comfortable and that you are a bit uneasy about, could be some thing that is unresolved and really could be a worry in the back of your mind, but this is a way of your body saying... it needs to be resolved to where you are finaly comfortable with it... if it persist, talk with your doctor... it can lead to health problems however mild anxiety is farely calmon
2006-10-23 07:03:07 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am so happy, it was only a 35 minute drive ( 70 minutes total) but absolutely no sign of anxiety or panic i shopped till I dropped - brilliant! I will now go for the next stage DUAL CARRIAGE way, probably at the weekend, with my husband accompanying me first then the solo drive, if successful the final stage of driving on motorway
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2016-05-17 08:41:37 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This does sound like an anxiety attack. I think that you should see a doctor to check your blood pressure. That is so important to keep on the right track. S/He will have more advise for you.
2006-10-23 06:56:20 · answer #5 · answered by kelliemag 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does sound like anxiety attack. But I would see your doctor if this happens again to rule out any physical problems.
2006-10-23 06:54:01 · answer #6 · answered by cin_ann_43 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you go to bed thinking of a problem you have and thinking how to solve it , you usually wake in the middle of the night and it looks like an anxiety attack !! tip try to organize your mind before going to bed!!!
2006-10-23 07:07:09 · answer #7 · answered by floryfernando 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Trinity,
Sounds like a classic panic attack. If they continue you should seek a doctors advise. Panic will eventually eat into your life and make you a sort of prisioner of your own house if you dont get it controlled. Good luck to you young lady.
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2006-10-23 07:03:50 · answer #8 · answered by GNK33 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, my husband and I both have anxiety and we get like that. He just started taking some meds his psychiatrist prescribed him and he hasn't had any anxiety attacks lately. Go see a psychiatrist ASAP. ;) And ravishing that's not true happening at anytime but bedtime... My husband used to get 'em at night all the time. ;)
2006-10-23 06:55:51 · answer #9 · answered by Monkey 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First don't over stress over one night of loss sleep. Second don't diagnos yourself. Third, cut out all caffeine products, including coke. Also stop taking antihistamines. If you are taking prescribed medication ask your pharmacist if the medication(s) you are taking can cause sleeplessness.
Finally, give yourself another chance, if it happens again, see a doctor.
2006-10-23 07:04:28 · answer #10 · answered by The It Girl ∆☻乐 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋