Panic attacks are random episodes of intense fear and anxiety.
The sufferer experiences a sudden rush of emotional and physical symptoms which come without any obvious reason, and without warning.
SYMPTOMS OF PANIC ATTACKS INCLUDE:
Overwhelming feelings of anxiety
Heart palpitations
Sweating
Nausea
Dizziness
Shortness of breath
A feeling of dread, and even
A fear of dying
CAUSES OF PANIC ATTACKS
Although the exact causes of panic attacks are unclear, they may occur as a result of:
Stressful life experiences (which may be at the root of emotional distress)
Dietary problems
Breathing problems
Exaggerated adrenaline response to ‘fight or flight situations’
Personality traits
Unstable blood sugar levels
Caffeine levels, cigarettes, alcohol and some prescription medication
Abnormalities in some neurotransmitters in the brain, and Phobias
