Re: First ever panic attack and I don't know how to move on from it.
Charlsberg and Kelman:
I've had general anxiety and panic attacks (sometimes) for over 50 years. It's only recently that I've really begun to understand that all they are is a fear of scary bodily or mental sensations. I wish I'd known all this when I had my first panic attack then I could have been helped to tackle it before it took over my life.
I have never taken medication though I use herbal remedies from an experienced practitioner.
The free CBT program mentioned in lots of places on here is really helpful in understanding what is happening to you and helping to deal with it and push through the fear of fear. Give it a go. Get your health checked out if you're worried about heart, lungs, whatever, but after that just focus on understanding and dealing with it so you stop worrying about the feelings.
cbt4panic.org Check it out.
PS I've bumped Robin Hall's post so you can get the link properly and see what he says - he's the guy who offers the free program.
Last edited by Lilliput; 12-12-17 at 13:44.
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