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Panic Attacks Anxiety Disorder – what is it and are panic attacks and anxiety even the same thing?

Panic attacks and anxiety are actually two separate issues but can often be related.  It is quite common for a person that suffers from anxiety disorder can go on to develop panic attacks and a panic disorder.

Let’s take a closer look at anxiety disorder vs panic disorder.

Anxiety Disorder

Everyone will suffer from anxiety at some point in their life and this is a perfectly normal reaction to certain situations.  For example, let’s say I have to give a speech in front of 100 people tomorrow, then today I might be feeling anxious about giving that speech.  If I’m not very comfortable with public speaking then this is a situation that could cause me quite a bit of anxiety.  And that’s ok, that is perfectly normal. Read the rest of this entry »

Panic Attacks Anxiety Disorder – what is it and how do you know if you are suffering from it?

Well first I want to mention that anxiety and panic are two separate issues, however a person may suffer from both and in fact if you suffer from anxiety disorder it can easily evolve into panic disorder.

Anxiety is a normal response of the human body and everyone will become anxious at some stage in some occasions.  People get anxious over things like starting a new job, going on a date, speaking in front of a crowd and much more, and this is perfectly normal.  However, it is when a person becomes anxious for no apparent reason that it becomes a problem.

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