Panic Disorder

A panic attack is an episode of unexpected terror accompanied by a variety of physical symptoms. Associated symptoms include fear and anxiety as well as catastrophic thinking with a sense of impending doom or the belief that loss of control, death or insanity is imminent. Panic attacks usually last from 5 to 30 minutes, with symptoms peaking at about 10 minutes. They can occur during the day or at night during sleep.

Symptoms can include palpitations, pounding heart or accelerated heart rate; sweating, trembling or shaking; sensations of shortness of breath or smothering; feelings of choking, chest pain or discomfort; nausea or abdominal distress; feeling dizzy, unsteady, lightheaded or faint; fear of dying; or chills or hot flushes.

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