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A MyDepressionTeam Member asked a question 💭
Columbia, MD

Feels like im suffocating when i get panic attacks! They are 10x worse than anxiety attacks.😫

April 30, 2024
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A MyDepressionTeam Member

Here is a breathing exercise I was given when I was in therapy: Breathe in deeply through your nose so that your diaphragm is raised and hold it for about 5 to 10 seconds then exhale through your mouth, repeat until you feel calmer. It does work and helps you get through the situation causing the panic attack. I have even had to do this on public transport.

May 19, 2024
A MyDepressionTeam Member

I try to lay down and focus on the sound of my breathing. I turn everything off and just try to meditate and calm down. It doesn't always work but it does seem to help a bit

May 1, 2024
A MyDepressionTeam Member

close your eyes, breath in count of 20, hold for as long as you can, best 20 and exhale to count of 20. Do this with counts 5 or 6 times slowly, hopefully this may help.

May 3, 2024
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Nice M.P. Maybe those tactics will help others. 🥰

May 2, 2024
A MyDepressionTeam Member

Tough question. I have to ride it out...let it pass....it sucks...

May 1, 2024

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