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I Have Panic Attacks

The Panic Button

By: cleargerman
Written on April 14th, 2012
I didn't know what a panic attack was until I was watching a TV show describing one. At that moment I realized I've had them. It is a horrible feeling of desperation where you think you're dying. I had them at a moment in my life where I was really depressed. I remember not being able to sleep and crying while losing my breath and thinking I was asphyixiating to death. I felt really sad about the fact that I went throught that without anyone knowing what was going on with me. I didn't let anyone know how bad I felt. I would never wish this upon anyone.
By: cleargerman
Age: 22-25 , Female
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    chavvy
    chavvy

    I have head them as well and they have wrecked a lot of important things in my life..sometimes being too strong for a long times has its effects

    Jun 14, 2012
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    spawn1984

    I know what you mean, I suffer from panic attacks as well. I had my first one in highschool in the 11th grade. They have haunted me ever since. They peeked when i was between 19 and 21 they were really bad durring that time. Now i just have them every once in a while, they happen unexpectedly and without warning. I would rather be dead than have panic attacks.they are truely terrifying. Hopefully you don't have these often. Know that your not alone, as many people suffer with them. Blessings!

    Apr 14, 2012
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