Five Tips To Reducing Stress After a Panic Attack

If you’ve just suffered your first panic attack, or had many in the past, you’ll know it can be a frightening experience.  That it can seem to come with no warning and totally overcome you can be a little unsettling to say the least.  So, what should you do next?

There are several things that you can do to relieve your anxiety.  Stress can play a major role in the onset of anxiety and panic attacks.  By lowering your general stress levels you can reduce the severity of and even the likelihood of another one occurring.  Relaxation techniques can be great for this.  You may want to try visualization techniques, progressive muscle relaxation, controlled breathing and meditation.  These can all help you to feel calmer and achieve a greater sense of emotional well-being.

The word makes many people shun, but exercise can be great for relieving anxiety.  Research has found that just a thirty minute workout three times per week can greatly reduce stress and anxiety.

Hypnosis and cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) is the answer for many people after suffering a panic attack.  Seeing a hypnotherapist can assist you to face your fears while you are in a relaxed state.

Biofeedback is another often used treatment.  Biofeedback will allow you to recognize your body’s anxiety responses so that you can learn how to control them properly.  You can learn the best techniques to use by measuring your heart rate, breathing and muscle tension.  This information can then allow you to live a more relaxed lifestyle.