{"id":15586,"date":"2020-09-24T14:49:00","date_gmt":"2020-09-24T18:49:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/?p=15586"},"modified":"2025-01-15T14:07:40","modified_gmt":"2025-01-15T19:07:40","slug":"five-ways-to-prevent-panic-attacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/blog\/five-ways-to-prevent-panic-attacks\/","title":{"rendered":"Five ways to prevent panic attacks"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Shortness of breath, dizziness, fear \u2014 these are telltale signs of a panic attack. Your body launches into fight or flight mode. And while you\u2019re experiencing these unnerving symptoms, you might wonder why you suddenly feel so upset.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Panic attacks can happen because of a trigger, like the reminder of a traumatic event. But for some people, especially those living with a panic disorder, panic attacks can happen at any time for no obvious reason.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Panic attacks are more common than you might think. In Canada, <\/span>two thirds<\/span><\/a> of adults\u00a0 have panic attacks each year. While they can be a scary experience in the moment, the good news is that they\u2019re treatable with the right support. Here\u2019s a look at exactly what panic attacks are, how to know if you\u2019re having one, and how to prevent them.<\/span><\/p>\n

Panic attacks versus panic disorder<\/h2>\n

A panic attack is sudden, intense anxiety or fear when there is no real danger. The intensity usually increases for around 10 minutes before the attack subsides, though in some cases panic attacks can last <\/span>20 minutes<\/span> or longer. Some common symptoms of a panic attack include:<\/span><\/p>\n