Anxiety Panic Symptoms Therapy
There are several anxiety disorders that cause situational Panic Symptoms, these include PTSD, agoraphobia and social anxiety. Those with social anxiety have intense fears of being ridiculed and embarrassed during public or social situations such as performing on stage or going to a party. The thought of making a fool of themselves in front of other people creates such fear that they will try and do anything to get out of it.
In some cases this disorder is found to be caused by a genetic factor and might exist in several members in a family. Most doctors now recognize that social phobia is also a learned habit. Bullied or abused children are much more likely to develop this disorder. Even as adults we can develop this condition through negative associations and experiences.
Another anxiety disorder that seems to be twice as prevalent in women is agoraphobia. Agoraphobes are petrified of having a panic attack in a place where they can be seen. Some typical triggers for panic attacks are places with lots of people and nowhere to escape. Meetings, standing in a queue or elevator are common situations that spark fear.
This demonstrates the similarities of social anxiety and agoraphobia. It was once considered that panic attacks were only related to panic disorder; another anxiety disorder. This is now not the case since studies have shown that many agoraphobes do not have panic disorder.
There is also a slight difference with panic attacks in those with panic disorder, in that they’re unpredictable. Most of the time, Panic symptoms are triggered by a feared situation in agoraphobes. When an attack occurs a sufferer might experience a number of symptoms including a tightness in the chest and throat, shaking and palpitations.
These symptoms might escalate and the sufferer might experience extreme fear, embarrassment and sensations such as derealization. In severe cases some people may become homebound unable to even venture past their doorsteps without experiencing panic symptoms. Life can be unbearable.
Daily routine is restricted and most sufferers feel alone and highly depressed. Agoraphobes find it difficult to build relationships and hold a job. Studies have shown that depressive disorders develop much more easily in those with agoraphobia. A high proportion of male sufferers turn to alcohol as a way to cope with panic symptoms.
Breaking free from social phobia or agoraphobia is highly achievable with anxiety help. The options include therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and hypnosis and medication. People who are overcoming with such disorders find lifestyle changes a great aid to overall recovery. In addition incorporating self help techniques such as EFT and NLP can dramatically improve symptoms.
Some agoraphobes may avoid going to see a doctor for anxiety help because they simply can’t do it. This is a catch 22 problem that doesn’t have much of a solution. However, it’s important to seek professional anxiety help for proper diagnosis and effective treatment. It would be a good idea to have someone to support you on your visit.
Treatment often involves gradual controlled confrontation of your fears. This in effect reconditions negative learnt behaviors. In addition, there are support groups available for people with various anxiety disorders. Speaking to other sufferers can be refreshing and help you deal with your problem. Alternatively there are forums and communities online for those who need support.