is this just anxiety or panic disorder?
Friday, September 3rd, 2010 at
11:33 am
This runs in the family but i have panic attacks that are like really scary! I think i might die or pass out! Mostly in school and it happens when i space out then i realize that i missed a bunch of stuff or when i’m around loud music. I really just want to know what i have and i’m 14 btw.
it mostly happens in large cloulds or talking in front of people.
i mean crowds lol
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It could be a form of social anxiety disorder. That it runs in the family makes that more likely as well. Have you actually passed out?
Social anxiety is not rare, and there are a number of good treatments for it. Any anxiety problem is likely to be helped by getting at least 15 minutes of exercise most days, and by mindfulness meditation. There are also talk-therapies like CBT, or anti-anxiety or antidepressant drugs, depending on how severe the problem is and how often.
Fear of public speaking is perhaps the most common fear. I think it can be helped, in addition, by visualization where you imagine being calm while in front of the crowd or speaking.
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anxiety and panic disorder are classified in the same group of mental disorder, you might benefit from taking a class in controlling your panic. They are available in most mental health centers.