Ashly E. Bashly asked:
I have a huge problem with panic attacks. I have about one to three per day, even though there’s nothing wrong when they happen. It’s not at a specific time, I’m usually not upset or discouraged or anything.My questions are:
Is there a way to prevent panic attacks?
I’m sixteen years old, and I’ve had panic attacks in school before, how do I stop that, because school hasn’t started and I don’t want panic attacks this year.
I can’t get meds, because my parents would probably make fun of me if they knew I was having panic attacks. I don’t go to a therapist or anything so if anyone tries to mention it, that is out of the question.
When they do happen, I try to control my breathing immediately, and I put my head down to calm down and ignore everybody around me (In school). Is there anything else to do that could work better?
Please help me, I’ve had problems with panic/anxiety for almost 2 years now.