Best Treatment Panic Attacks

Cognitive-behavioral therapy is just one of the available treatments for panic attacks. Image: Ambro / http://www.freedigitalphotos.net/images/view_photog.php?photogid=1499 A panic attack is a sudden and intense feeling of fear or apprehension that occurs in the absence of any actual danger, but can be quite debilitating and even contribute to further anxiety.

Understanding panic attacks Paula's story Paula had her first panic attack 6 months ago. She was in her office preparing for an important work presentation when, suddenly, she felt an intense wave of fear. Then the room started spinning and she felt like she was going to throw up.

There is help for panic attacks. Learn more about the treatment and prevention of panic disorder.

The main aim of treatment for panic disorder is to reduce the number of panic attacks that you have, and to help ease the severity of your symptoms. The two main types of treatment for panic disorder are: psychological therapy medication Depending on your individual circumstances, you may require either one of these treatment types, or a combination of the two.