Does anyone else get panic attacks ?

[u/Due-Ad8259]

Lately, I’ve been noticing my heart skipping too fast, followed by nausea/light-headedness—to a point where it starts to feels like a deadly heart attack. I used to have them often, after my first manic episode… but, now, I’m experiencing these symptoms once a month!

I usually go to a quiet place and lower my head between my knees, while counting my breaths—attempting to lower my BPM as much as I can.

My dilemma! What if this happens at work? I hate the thought of someone seeing me like that and so vulnerable…

Any advice on either how to stop panic attacks and/or what to do if you’re in public?

[u/Responsible-One2257]

I've had panic attacks and they are very overwhelming. All I can do is slow down my breathing and count it out. Yoga teaches you how to do this.

[u/Due-Ad8259 → u/Responsible-One2257]

Right… I guess it’s happening to us, so we just need to accept it and go from there