People who are always on alert may mistake ordinary changes in body sensations for the start of a panic attack. Here's how they can stop, writes BonnieZuckerPhD
, and it might seem to come from out of nowhere. Although panic attacks are not dangerous, they can be a frightening experience. Sometimes people are afraid they are having a heart attack or stroke, fainting, or are “going crazy.”A person who has an out-of-the-blue panic attack can become “on alert,” and might frequently start to monitor their body for signs of something wrong. They might frequently take their pulse or their blood pressure.
Try to be aware of when you are paying attention to body sensations. If you notice that you are monitoring your body, gently tell yourself, “I don’t need to monitor my body to keep myself safe, and it is reinforcing my anxiety.” At that point redirect your attention to something outside of your body. This could be anything: something in the room you are in, a tree outside the window, anything.
If you do notice something unusual with your body, remind yourself that it is normal to experience a wide range of body sensations throughout the day, and it doesn’t mean that it is a sign of something wrong.If you have debilitating panic attacks, high levels of avoidance, and/or a lot of interference with your life, it might be time to seek the help of a professional.
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