Tips To Stop Panic Attacks

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  • According to the DSM, panic attacks are an abrupt surge of intense fear or intense discomfort that reaches a peak within minutes. During that time you experience four or more of the following symptoms: pounding heart, sweating, shaking, shortness of breath, feeling like you are choking, chest pain, nausea, dizziness, chills or heat sensations, numbness, derealization, fear of losing control or going crazy, and fear of dying. Panic attacks themselves are not a diagnosis, but panic disorder is and it also includes us worrying about having a panic attack and doing things to avoid any situation that could cause them.
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  • @hilaryd6341
    @hilaryd6341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +237

    I repeat “whatever you resist persists” and I just let myself feel the emotions and they go away faster. I don’t fear panic attacks. I accept that they will happen to me and in turn they don’t happen as often.

    • @Katimorton
      @Katimorton  3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Thank you so much for sharing!! xoxo

    • @lipbiteidksumlikebobidklol1065
      @lipbiteidksumlikebobidklol1065 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Katimorton ma’am? Fr?

    • @tarap933
      @tarap933 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Love this

    • @toni2309
      @toni2309 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I kind of wonder how to do that if your anxiety makes you dissociate, faint, have violent meltdowns or have non-epileptic seizures. It kind of seems like sometimes it can be dangerous to let yourself feel the emotions?

    • @hilaryd6341
      @hilaryd6341 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      @@toni2309 i’m just speaking from my experience. I used to have multiple panic attacks a day and most of them came from the fear and resentment of having another panic attack. One day I welcomed the panic and accepted it fully. I treated it like friend that needed a hug. That automatically made the panic attacks less frequent and shorter.

  • @wysteriaherr8306
    @wysteriaherr8306 3 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    My ex husband discovered that certain stuffed animals would help me come out of a panic attacks. He would get me distracted to the point I was laughing. Sometimes he would sneak a small stuffed animal into my purse so I would have something to focus on if I had an attack when I was out of the house.

    • @cristinafrick9773
      @cristinafrick9773 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      My husband is great at making me laugh too- my mom, therapist, and aunt are always great at helping me with this too:)

    • @wysteriaherr8306
      @wysteriaherr8306 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@cristinafrick9773 it sounds like we are some of the very lucky ones to have family that support and care for us, and that try to understand what we are dealing with.

    • @cristinafrick9773
      @cristinafrick9773 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@wysteriaherr8306 absolutely!😀 I feel very blessed!😀

    • @marioavila9021
      @marioavila9021 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Anyone taking meds

    • @HeatherRiderCoaching
      @HeatherRiderCoaching 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What a sweetie. Sounds like he's really supportive of you.

  • @sdsg2186
    @sdsg2186 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    A very nice thing about suffering is to know that you aren't the only one who suffers.

  • @KimberlyLetsGo
    @KimberlyLetsGo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    As someone that has had anxiety since I was a child, I have discovered that just letting the anxiety come over me lasts a lot short than trying to fight it for hours.

    • @luke2k7robo
      @luke2k7robo 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      PLEASE READ Hey I used to have panic attacks regularly ! 3/4 a week and I used to be thinking about them all the time , I came across one random video that assured me I would never have one again if I did this trick and if for some reason I did I had to do the trick again and that would be it gone for life …. I was sceptical ! So apperntly because every time you have a panic attack you panic haha like you wash your face with cold water you run out for fresh air you call someone to you phone the docs you run and tell your loved one, well all these things teach your body that when your about to have a panic attack something bad is happening your going to die so you go into the fight or flight which I’m sure you have heard and the trigger for these could be a random jolt in your stomach Vegas nerve or even just by any small trigger like a tingle or a pain or nothing at all it’s just happens for no reason , and way so here is the trick !!!! I want you to next time you feel a panc attack coming on or as soon as it starts no matter where you are sit down close your eyes and imaging your sitting in a chair in the sea with Wellington boots on filled with concrete so you can’t move , I want you to imagine that each wave of the water comes completely over your head is a wave of panic so the panic attack is the waves in the sea and you can feel them wave over. You and you can’t move don’t talk don’t speak sit there and suffer almost I know that sounds harsh and it will probably be the worst 5-20minutes of your life Literally it was for me. ,(or if they last longer sit for as long as they last doing this method they should be shorter with this method ) by doing this you instantly rewrite your brain into realising that you don’t need to have the same response when things happen in your body and that you are not dying you are safe , I promise you that this works and not only that I promise you anxiety does not last forever I succeed with it for two years at worst couldn’t leave the house and I’m 31 and everything going for me in life but that made no difference it held me back ! Soon as I got rid of the pannic attacks I then focused on my anxiety believe it ot not I done Cbt therapy hypnotherapy just two sessions cost me £80 for each one I’m not sure if it was hypnotherapy that works but it was like mindfulness meditation basically and that does work and I also done cbt therapy from my doctor was a online thing , I’m now anxiety and panic attack free . Wish you and any one who reads this the best ! It does get better and will get better the old you will be back in no time , “And in time this too shall pass”.
      My names like robinson I’m a real person I live in Scotland , I’m not botherd if people who know me read this for the first time and realise it’s me as alot of my friends didn’t know I was suffering but now I just want to share this to help other this really did work so spread the world help other I never stoped searching online for all these tricks methods and even came across a lot of people wanting you to pay them it’s sick follow these steps and you can be anxiety free
      I did this twice the pretending to be in the sea thing and I’ve not had a panic attack for two years now !! And like I said I was getting them on the regular for no reason !
      And I know people will say there is no way I can do that sit still and fell that I’m claustrophobic or I just can’t ! But you can ! And if you can do it , it will work you’ll. be sweating the lot feeling like shit but also you will feel some relief once you get though the excesrsize
      (Also just for note I had health anxiety went though the whole being at the docs with my heard and done a million tapes and ecg ect being at the docs all the time for everything and I’ve over come that side of it too so it downs pass !)
      Let me know if this has helped I’d love to hear !
      Stay strong ❤️ I love you

    • @BlankName88
      @BlankName88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Me too. I ride the current rather than fight it now. Because I had one where I kept freaking myself out to the point of having a heart rate at 200 bpm and nearly passing out. Now, I just concentrate on breathing and focus my mind on something...or at least I try to.

  • @gurudra
    @gurudra 3 ปีที่แล้ว +150

    The best use of imagination is creativity, the worst use of imagination is anxiety

    • @jasonsands5881
      @jasonsands5881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      So true. I wonder if imaginative people tend to have more anxiety.

    • @stan5768
      @stan5768 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jasonsands5881 Im stealing this line !

    • @Silveryback
      @Silveryback 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Wow this is a good one...

  • @FriendlyNeighborhoodUnclePete
    @FriendlyNeighborhoodUnclePete 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I really believe that you are saving lives with these videos. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for helping me with my mental illness. You've saved lives, and Thank you for being so awesome.

  • @lanamello7445
    @lanamello7445 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I just want to let you know Kati that whenever you put your speech into 'we/us/our' just makes me feel... so included. Especially when we have the tendency to think all these things only happen to 'me', it validates the experience and turns it something that feels more... overcomeable? I just appreciate that a lot

    • @Katimorton
      @Katimorton  3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Aww thanks for saying so Lana. Some people aren't that keen on it but most are. I appreciate you saying so... We're in this together!!

    • @luvxxiiq
      @luvxxiiq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too

  • @jasonsands5881
    @jasonsands5881 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I’ve had a few panic attacks, and the most important first step for me is to recognize that I’m having a panic attack. I tend to get them in the middle of the night, and the symptoms are a lot like a heart attack. Once I realize that I’m not actually dying my anxiety starts to decrease and I can use the tools that Kati talked about. I guess it comes with experience.

  • @itsninaCh
    @itsninaCh 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Literally had a panic attack an hour ago and came to youtube for a distraction. Haven’t watched the video yet, I hope it helps

    • @a.o9656
      @a.o9656 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Personally I find it worst to watch anxiety related videos when I'm in that anxious period because for me it highlights the anxiety.
      But yes this video def worth watching later =)
      Hope you're able to have that moment pass

    • @trento8397
      @trento8397 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I use to have alot of panic attacks. Now I have overcome it with medication

    • @toni2309
      @toni2309 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@masonalexander9142 What do you mean by that?

    • @trento8397
      @trento8397 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@heroprime7599 yes. The way I understand it. My panic attacks, were part of my anxiety, depression. Once treated my panic attacks are the thing of the past

    • @trento8397
      @trento8397 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Try talking with your doctor or a phycharist

  • @cortnimerritt6029
    @cortnimerritt6029 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Recently during panic attacks, I've started identifying and rejecting invasive and unwanted thoughts. When I notice one, I slap a big "unwanted" label on it (wrap it in police tape!) and shove it out my mental door. When I tell a thought its unwanted, it helps give me the power to tell it to go away.
    I've also started recognizing the moment as safe. Whatever hurt me before isn't hurting me now, and whatever I'm worried about isn't hurting me yet. By realizing the moment is safe, I can breathe in it better.
    Your videos are changing my life. Thank you!

  • @moinq95
    @moinq95 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Well this video was oddly timed. I had a severe panic attack at 2am last night, literally came out of nowhere as I got up to pee. Haven't had one like it in over a year. Even though I've struggled with anxiety since I was 8 years old (I'm 25) I've never found which coping mechanisms work for me. I better start researching! And you're right, breathing exercises DON'T work for everyone. My anxiety is focused around how nauseous I feel when it happens, and breathing deep into my belly does nooooot help! Thank you so much for saying that. I've always felt weird or wrong for not liking breathing exercises.

  • @anshumandcjoshi6424
    @anshumandcjoshi6424 3 ปีที่แล้ว +162

    Hey, Kati. Could you, by any chance, tell us a bit about the difference between panic and anxiety attacks? Please and thank you. :)

    • @_just_TK
      @_just_TK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Ck out Kati’s Anxiety playlist where she has several videos on each!

    • @violentends
      @violentends 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Anxiety attacks usually have prolonged symptoms and are caused with a specific reason whereas panic attacks are instantaneous and go from minutes to hours

    • @arabellas70s
      @arabellas70s 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      panic attack is a lot more intense than an anxiety attack. and more irrational. a person thinks they're dying or are about to lose control, or faint. panic is the sudden peak of anxiety, i think that's the main difference

    • @BlankName88
      @BlankName88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I, typically, think I'm having a heart attack, struggle to breathe, and get tunnel vision during a panic attack. Anxiety is just a more mellow version. One time during a PA, I measured my pulse at 200 bpm and nearly passed out. I hope this helps.

  • @jamesketchum5047
    @jamesketchum5047 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    i use the temperature shock method, taking a cold shower or running cold water over the back of my neck to shock my body out the panic attack, works flawlessly since i wont stop shocking it until my body is like ,"ok, ok, ive had enough, you can stop now!"

    • @Alexsmamma
      @Alexsmamma 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      My main go to. I get VERY heated so I use biofreeze and ice packs and sometimes a cold shower. Make the heart rate slow

    • @DanielAlvarez-eo9jx
      @DanielAlvarez-eo9jx 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've recently started to have these attacks and a cold shower kinda works for me. Maybe I should go colder and longer.

    • @luvxxiiq
      @luvxxiiq 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's so funny The way you described the body talking. Hard to believe that cold water in the shower could snap you out of a panic attack and not make it worse!?

    • @luvxxiiq
      @luvxxiiq 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good quick distraction I guess hey

    • @luvxxiiq
      @luvxxiiq 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Alexsmamma does it make the heart slow down to a safe pace

  • @_just_TK
    @_just_TK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    Do any of these tips involve burying my face in a fluffy belly??? 🐱🐶🐱🐶
    *UPDATE*
    YES IT DOES!!!!

    • @Katimorton
      @Katimorton  3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      We can add that in as tip number 8!! haha!! xoxo

    • @hajra637
      @hajra637 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My dog resi is always there so is my mom... My dog is fluffy af and he is my bestie.. He really helps and recognizes my panic attacks, and he comforts me by doing something hilarious or cuddling... Animals are just amazing. And mothers are too... Both love and support you unconditionally and are happy as long as you are together. Ode to animals and family❤️🙏🐕👨‍👩‍👦

    • @Alexsmamma
      @Alexsmamma 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      YES!! always helos

  • @BoomZomber
    @BoomZomber 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    As you’re talking I’ll start to have a panic attack and then quickly feel better from trying something you said. But then I’ll remember you’re talking about panic attacks and I’ll get anxious again lol

    • @mohamedzitan9321
      @mohamedzitan9321 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here

    • @luvxxiiq
      @luvxxiiq 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah me too when I'm talking about panic attacks sometimes or watching a vid on it

  • @hgalxxcruXal
    @hgalxxcruXal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you so much for acknowledging that breathing exercises don't always work for everyone. That's all my doctors would tell me to do but it just doesn't make me feel better and I just get more anxious since I'm like "OH GOD IT'S NOT WORKING WHAT AM I GONNA DO". Glad to know I'm not alone in this feeling, I'm still working on finding a good coping technique for me.

    • @Alexsmamma
      @Alexsmamma 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Sometimes I feel like it freaks me out more

    • @lesleysears9808
      @lesleysears9808 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hey…..❤ I don’t know if this helps, but sometimes I just hold my breath for about 20 or 30 seconds then only when you feel ready force the air out in a long exhaling. Then repeat the sequence. The slight oxygen deprivation from holding my breath until I feel ready to forcefully exhaling helps calm my brain and the heart palpitations and panic. I breath like this pattern when I start to have a panic attack and it really helps. It is like the anxiety is helped with the holding the breath and strong exhaling. I believe that the short time of oxygen deprivation until I must exhaling slows down the heart a little and the palpitations stop. Only hold the breath to the point you are comfortable and forcibly exhaling over and over until your central nervous system slows down. You won’t harm yourself holding your breath as you will pass out if you hold it too long……so, do this laying or sitting in bed. I am a nurse by profession and I know that normal respiratory rate is like 12 to 20 breaths per minute. I would guess that this technique helps by slowing down the respiratory rate reducing your oxygen level some and the heart slows and usually stops the pounding heart and palpitations. Try it. It really helps me when I am having panic/ anxiety attacks.

  • @chrischavis6968
    @chrischavis6968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thank you so much for your content, Kati.
    I'm in a position in my life where I don't have any professional support. I look to you and your videos as a free way I can learn to help myself.
    People usually try to walk me through the 5 things you smell and 4 things you see or whatever it was, but focusing on the here and now is what was causing my panic attacks. I found a better way. I built a place in my mind. Completely comfortable snowy cottage. I think of that place. what it looks like and smells like. It smells like cinnamon and hot chocolate. Watching the snow fall slowly from the window helps me to control my breathing because counting my breaths never helped me.
    I hope you read this and pass on the idea. If the here and now is causing the panic, build a place for yourself in your mind.
    I know for some people it might not be as easy as it is for me. I have a lot of creativity and imagination. I also have D.I.D. I feel like those things helped me to build this place in my mind.

    • @trento8397
      @trento8397 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Very interesting. I need to try that

    • @luvxxiiq
      @luvxxiiq 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ty. Great idea.

  • @werosification
    @werosification 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    the neutral place is honestly mind-blowing for me. it seems so simple. whenever I hear that I should imagine being in a safe space I never know what to imagine and It often makes me feel even worse.

  • @kellymariebernie
    @kellymariebernie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I usually panic at night when Im trying to sleep... I've learned that listening to calm voice asmr like my favorite channel, "Gentle Whispering ASMR" helps me huge to fall asleep ❤

    • @bowlofbereal
      @bowlofbereal 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      yes! i love her so much along with whispersred asmr. asmr is the best!

    • @greggerrard1732
      @greggerrard1732 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm facing the same problem I cannot sleep n everytime I almost feel asleep it came hunting me

  • @irena1222
    @irena1222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Perfect timing! I wasn't experiencing panic attacks, but I've been feeling more anxious today for some reason.

    • @Katimorton
      @Katimorton  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I hope these tips are helpful :) xoxo

  • @kingfisher9553
    @kingfisher9553 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I don't have panic attacks that anyone could notice, but I have micro anxiety attacks that make me dizzy and wipe my mind clean for a second. I can disguise this, but I would like to talk to the inner aspect of myself that is hijacking my whole body and mind for a second and let them know we have better skills now than we did "then" (whenever then was and whatever experience the aspect is projecting into my current life). Micro panic's do use up a lot of energy. I'm retired now (or at least semi-retired) and have the time and solitude within which to take a moment and meditate right at the point of the micro-attack and tell "whomever" to stop pulling the fire alarm and just watch for a moment and see how I handle issues NOW. I see a lot of my little dog (barks at everything) in me. I try and train myself the same way I am training him. "Inside voice please. Let's see what you're looking at. Okay, that's nothing to worry about. Come over here to your bed. Good Dog." I feel for the people who are still employed and have to disguise their inner alarms as I did for all of those years.

  • @jellicle_kitten
    @jellicle_kitten 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Weirdly, I always feel so much better after a session with my psychiatrists than with therapists.

  • @sabrinaannasmr3944
    @sabrinaannasmr3944 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I struggle with anxiety that doesn't seem to stop when it gets bad, watching your video made me the most relaxed I've been for the past 2 days of continuous panic attacks. Thank you so much Kati 💞

  • @_just_TK
    @_just_TK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Kati: “step away at work, say u need to use the bathroom”
    Me: “WAAAAY ahead of you!” ::hides in bathroom stall, watching Patreon livestream”

  • @princess3191d
    @princess3191d 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Breathing exercises have helped me a lot in preventing anxiety attacks. It works for me.

  • @IixiXOuOXixiI
    @IixiXOuOXixiI 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love how I'm at the start of a panic attack, and you're taking your time. Yeah, sure I have time, take your time.

  • @frcgfd107
    @frcgfd107 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I truly need to work on my self-talk, I can get really mean!

    • @brandie6652
      @brandie6652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am so mean to me today :(

  • @_just_TK
    @_just_TK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love how you incorporate questions u answered on ur Patron live-streams!!
    (Example: psychiatrists, neutral place, J-Bomb)

  • @savitsios
    @savitsios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seeing a certain person or something that reminds me of them is a huge trigger for me. I am attracted to said person, so I often go out of my way to try and be around them or manifest their presence. It's like I'm actively trying to hurt my feelings, and then I massively regret it afterwards.

  • @CalibanTaylor
    @CalibanTaylor 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    As a CPhT with anxiety: please, PLEASE don’t forget about beta blockers! Studies have shown they have the same effects as benzodiazepines! They’ve helped me SO MUCH and I’m now almost functional!

    • @luvxxiiq
      @luvxxiiq 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What is beta blockers and what medications are beta blockers;please

  • @Wolf-wn6nk
    @Wolf-wn6nk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Anxiety is a wave 🌊 Ride it my little surfers 🏄‍♂️

  • @elizabeth3601
    @elizabeth3601 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I know you mentioned deep breathing, but I want to mention alternate nostril breathing. I had experienced one of the worst panic attacks and for days after I continued to experience high anxiety. Obviously, it was miserable. I came across a video about alternate nostril breathing and was desperate and decided to give it a try. Within a few minutes, my heart had stopped pounding/racing and I felt more calm than I had in a few days. Whenever I felt the panic start to rise , which it did often, I would go somewhere (bathroom at work, bedroom at home) and do the alternate nostril breathing. It truly helps! It forces your brain to focus.
    Thanks, Kati, for your informative videos! ❤️

  • @itsclemtime2357
    @itsclemtime2357 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We love Kati! She’s an amazing person and TH-camr! 👏

  • @ryancurrul7208
    @ryancurrul7208 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Listening to my music or tapping really helps me with my PTSD & Panic Attacks. This is video really helps :)
    Thanks Kati !

  • @katiswan3160
    @katiswan3160 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you ❤️ Kati for creating this wonderful video ❤️ and giving me some tools to use to change my life. ❤️ I experience all of these symptoms that make me feel so out of control. ❤️ I really need this video today.

  • @ginainspades8027
    @ginainspades8027 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had a full blown panic attack at the dentist on Saturday mid root canal. I’m still shaken. I felt it rising a second time but stopped her quickly and was able to calm down. Helpful tips!

  • @edwardduda4222
    @edwardduda4222 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I developed a panic disorder in the second semester of my freshman year of college and it completely ruined my life. The things that got rid of them for me were child’s pose, running, and acupuncture. When you are in child’s pose, make sure your forehead is touching the ground and repeat, “It’s okay, I’m just having a panic attack right now.” Repeating that really just helps me understand that it’s okay, I’m not dying, and it’ll go away after a few minutes. It brings me comfort and clarity about what’s happening. I used to get extremely dizzy so it really helped me not fall into things. Having your forehead on the ground really helps your body realize it isn’t in danger. When I started the acupuncture, the needles literally stopped them as they began to start during the session. It was incredible. I went 5-6 times and they just stopped after. Read reviews before you go because you shouldn’t be getting 34 needles, only like 5 or 6. I still have panic attacks but it happens very rarely. I know it’s extremely scary and it consumes your life. I scavenged TH-cam like you are now, trying to find a solution. I was afraid to go out to eat, couldn’t focus while I was at school, spend time with friends, etc. all because of the fear of having one in public. You’ll find a solution and it’ll be okay down the road. You gotta learn how to not resist them and just let them play out. Once you overcome that fear and work through the cause with someone, it’ll get better. I hope this helps someone. Good luck and I wish you the best. 😊

  • @sleepyhead757
    @sleepyhead757 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just started having panic attacks last week, and this video really helped me. Thank you so much.

  • @rosannaien9596
    @rosannaien9596 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    During my last panic attack which was years ago, a friend of mine just squeezed my hand really hard and somehow that weathered the worst of the storm. It was the first time that ever happened - and after that I actually didn’t have any panic attacks, mostly due to the fact that my symptoms stemmed from ptsd and once i chose to forgive the people who hurt me (over a long period of time) suddenly all my symptoms were gone and are still gone.

  • @nickmadigan2824
    @nickmadigan2824 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks Kati for another great video! I am a counselor, running a PHP program. I use your videos all the time! Love your shirt, btw!

  • @kayleighdittemore8352
    @kayleighdittemore8352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Neeeeeeeeeded this.
    Had a panic attack last night. Engineering is stressful & im starting to hate it...soooo I’m probably switching to Psychology 😳

    • @_just_TK
      @_just_TK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ❤️

    • @_just_TK
      @_just_TK 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also, it’s TOTALLY normal to change majors several times throughout ur college career. Have u thought about expanding on ur STEM videos?

    • @kayleighdittemore8352
      @kayleighdittemore8352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@_just_TK i want to! thought about going into middle school science education :) & I got accepted to a Texas university so I do have the possibility to transfer & pursue that!

    • @_just_TK
      @_just_TK 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kayleighdittemore8352 WOOT!!!

    • @kayleighdittemore8352
      @kayleighdittemore8352 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@toni2309 I never said it was easy...or inexpensive. Lol. I’m just trying to do what makes me happy. I’d have all my gen Ed done. Just need core classes.

  • @melondoesyoutube
    @melondoesyoutube 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I could use some advice for helping family understand when I'm actually having a panic attack. Usually, I clam up, start shaking, and cant talk. But whenever this happens, my family dismisses it as me just "being nervous" or something like that. I wish they would understand what I really dealing with. Thoughts?

  • @CassieWinter
    @CassieWinter 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing the DSM-5 list of symptoms for Panic Attacks. That was really helpful. Especially learning about the fear of death part.

  • @Talya7128
    @Talya7128 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mine always happens while I'm trying to fall asleep. I wake up and my heart is pounding, definitely the feeling of panic, and I have to jump out of bed and distract myself and give myself something to focus on.

    • @vacloset9048
      @vacloset9048 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow this is me all the time

  • @DeniseBabbit
    @DeniseBabbit 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Needed this! I'm dealing with an elderly dementia patient who needs to be placed in a 24/7 nursing facility. She has no family nearby who can help out.

  • @valeriemarie9110
    @valeriemarie9110 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I feel the first hints of an oncoming panic attack - usually sudden discomfort, then a fast tingling starts in my back and spreads to my chest, prompting many of symptoms you listed - I give myself one of the routine tasks on my list and my favorite is going to the bathroom, tying my hair up, splashing cold water on my face, then washing, exfoliating, moisturizing my face, basically a full skincare routine. I have lavendar bath salts set out which fill the room with a calming scent as well. As much as I can, I say aloud to myself what I'm doing to keep me on task. This routine isn't a magic cure but it sure helps for many of my attacks.
    And in the throws of one that just came on too quickly, I'll splash cold water on my face, then lie down with an ice pack to my face and hold my breath for like 30 seconds. It is hard to do while panicking, but after I come back up, I often feel better mentally. My body goes on with its shaking for several more minutes, but it really helps clear my head of the scary thoughts.

  • @mochiibean768
    @mochiibean768 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was a very useful video! I will defiantly keep these things in mind!💙 Usually cold things help distract me or music.

  • @joyermum
    @joyermum 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Kati - I have CPTSD and bipolar 1 - panic attacks are a real problem for me - your tips are approachable and useful. Love your videos

  • @SusieQ78
    @SusieQ78 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is such a great video with a lot of helpful tips packed in!!

  • @rgcpeep
    @rgcpeep 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Can panic attacks have different versions? I experience panic attacks in the daytime and it is as you described with the DSM-5. However, there is one slight difference with my nighttime panic attacks. The nighttime attacks differ from my temperature sensation and breathing. Instead of feeling extremely hot and bothered, I experience extreme sudden cold and shivers WITH very shallow breathing (instead of hyperventilation) causing my skin to turn blueish-purple when touched. A bit alarming I know. But like a panic attack, it peaks within minutes. My daytime attacks last an average of 3-10 minutes; whereas, my nighttime attacks last between 10-45 minutes. In both, I feel as if I am going to die and feel extremely faint (the night attacks are more intense and actually will cause me to faint). It almost feels like respiratory depression as I've experienced that before. Are these experiences the same as both Panic Attacks, or do they differ enough to represent something else? We have already ruled out other factors from medicine to o-t-c meds to illness both physical and mental. I'm currently on some medications that do work but are not the cause. Your input may help me with these episodes. Also, the attacks of both kinds are increasing in frequencies to where it is interfering greatly with my daily function. I have yet to be diagnosed with panic disorder. Though I feel as I should qualify with the frequencies of my attacks. Therefore, I am not being treated accordingly. Thank You for your time and insight.

  • @Eleanorshaw22
    @Eleanorshaw22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you Katie this is amazing most of these relate to me I appreciate this and my friend really needs this 😊❤️

  • @TherapyJake
    @TherapyJake 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great reminders in managing panic attacks! My client's share with me they are able to see their symptoms early. Often, I ask them to ask themselves the following questions: "Do I need any saving right now? Am I in trouble? What is it that I need right now?" I am often told this is helpful because it gives people a sense of control before anticipating something out of control happens. Love it! You know what you need best! Use what you know :)

  • @Lillie-mae.Edwards
    @Lillie-mae.Edwards 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Man did I need this today 😂 pregnancy making me a anxious 💕💕

    • @Katimorton
      @Katimorton  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I hope it's helpful!! xoxo

    • @Lillie-mae.Edwards
      @Lillie-mae.Edwards 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Katimorton your videos always are xoxo

  • @EMpowered06
    @EMpowered06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My psychologist recommended short periods of holding my breath. Works great!

  • @teeforthewin
    @teeforthewin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this. Panic disorder is new to me and my panic attacks can be quite severe. I usually experience what I call a boom of doom (very sudden sense of something bad about to happen to me) shortness of breath, disorientation, feeling like I’m going to pass out, depersonalization, vision problems, numbness and tingling in extremities and around mouth, high blood pressure, heaviness in my lower limbs to the point of not being able to walk. Paramedics helped me to see that reading out loud helps me and I noticed that a moderately paced walk can help too.

  • @ryannesumbry4130
    @ryannesumbry4130 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I needed this today! Definitely gotta use those bridge statements more often... that alone calms me down 😌😘

  • @brandie6652
    @brandie6652 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    I get them when driving. My world has shrunk so much since it started.

    • @viincreations
      @viincreations 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This is exactly what's happening to me! It's happened cause I drive 1 hour to work so I have alot of empty time on my hands, but im moving closer so I hope it'll help out, stay positive and strong, you got this 💖

    • @petsarahjane
      @petsarahjane 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      You’re not alone on that one ❤️ I turn my a/c on high and try really hard to think of something else. Also drinking ice cold water helps me. (I get hot when I panic)

    • @designerproductions
      @designerproductions 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ugh, same. I don't know what to do. Lockdown made me agoraphobic.

    • @janessasabugar6115
      @janessasabugar6115 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This is exactly whats happening to me 😭especially when i drive idk why

    • @shelbyclark8262
      @shelbyclark8262 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I relate to my world shrinking

  • @oceanmists17
    @oceanmists17 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sometimes I’m afraid I’m having episodes of hypoglycemia instead of panic. The symptoms are the same!

  • @admirbarucija2018
    @admirbarucija2018 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Thank you for this video!! I wouldn’t say I experience full out panic attacks, but definitely some moments where I’m profoundly stressed and anxious

    • @Katimorton
      @Katimorton  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Of course!! I hope it helps!! xoxo

    • @admirbarucija2018
      @admirbarucija2018 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Katimorton I appreciate it!! Thanks so much!! :)

    • @nikkimckay860
      @nikkimckay860 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Admir Barucija. Hello how are you doing how are things in your country hope you are well been a while sence we connected on here nice to see a comment I'd like you to know although Ali dont know u personally I consider u s nice person to talk to and share things with I always like to read your comments this new video of kati s about panic attacks was kinda hard to listen to wish I didn't have the symptoms mentioned in this video to anyone who has experienced panic attacks its horrible take care x

  • @dooei94
    @dooei94 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What has helped me is to accept death. Accept dying. I haven’t gotten a panic attack ever since (maybe just one) after thinking that.

    • @a.o9656
      @a.o9656 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah so I have death and health anxiety and I don't know how to get to that point even reading your comment gives me anxiety

    • @trento8397
      @trento8397 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@a.o9656 medication has helped me alot

  • @ArSaSixNine
    @ArSaSixNine 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Found your channel just now, first video I watched is one you added four years ago, it's so great you are still doing this :3 Thanks!

  • @carolinadoglover1389
    @carolinadoglover1389 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    what if my pani attacks are nocturnal , the wake me up... i meditate , work out , i use esencial oils ... and yes breathing sucks... the only thing that can calm me down its medication i hope one day stop taking medication , its horrible.

  • @nanimuss7089
    @nanimuss7089 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    After listening to the symptoms, I’m pretty sure I’ve had many panic attacks. Unfortunately, I can’t avoid school

  • @akaeramartinez6265
    @akaeramartinez6265 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am just a small voice but I just want to say thank you to Forwago. This program helped me to build self-confidence and taught me how to believe in myself. More people should find out about it. Thank you, Forwago!

  • @Mustafa-jc8ud
    @Mustafa-jc8ud 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had panic attack in middle of nothing. I went in bed in 23:30 and panic attack started. I felt like someone control my life, i saw my self in mental hospital on drugs, i saw my death, my mouth dryed, shaking and dizzy. After half an hour stops. The worst feeling in my 32 years. And i mean that

    • @cctlou
      @cctlou 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m sorry that happened I hope everything gets better if it’s not already❤️❤️

  • @randomvintagefilm273
    @randomvintagefilm273 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've had a panic disorder since I had a nervous breakdown at 15. What works for me is finding a dark space and holding my breath over and over. Everyone has to explore what works best for you but I just wanted to share that.

  • @ifrank3636
    @ifrank3636 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you! Breathing doesn’t help me, it feels like I can’t breathe and it makes it worse.

  • @LannasMissingLink
    @LannasMissingLink 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gosh this was me at the airport today... every symptom. I cried for like 3 hrs today and even after calming myself down it kept coming back when I thought about missing my flight and missing my family and Christmas... ugh im so glad I'm home now..

  • @kristelshedin812
    @kristelshedin812 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Katie! Needed this!

  • @charlotteadams6871
    @charlotteadams6871 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hey Kati,
    Can you talk about how to mourn and grieve a childhood taken from you by narcissistic parents?

  • @nineonehundred
    @nineonehundred 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My panic attacks were so physical. I would be vomiting for 8 hours a day, they would roll one into another, along with alllll of the other symptoms. Have been in therapy for years, finally got back on medication, as I couldn’t function and lost so much weight. I’m sad to be on benzos for so long as well as antidepressants. My anxiety began as a child, I’m 33 now. Sigh.

  • @AMYBIERHAUS
    @AMYBIERHAUS 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have taught myself to realize that it WILL end, and to merely ride it out. ❤

  • @sunflower352
    @sunflower352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I needed this today! Thank you so much!

    • @Katimorton
      @Katimorton  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Of course! I hope it's helpful! :) xoxo

  • @frankgallagher691
    @frankgallagher691 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you for all the videos you post!! They help so much 💖

  • @ecollins4100
    @ecollins4100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is great! Thanks for the video.

  • @vanessaelsa5983
    @vanessaelsa5983 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had an experience during the holidays that I thought was a panic attack and after hearing about the symptoms I'm pretty sure it was indeed a panic attack. It was my first.

  • @ghostie7790
    @ghostie7790 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, this video should have been up already, I’m ALWAYS googling “how to stop a panic attack”
    There’s a TH-cam video that I always go to during a panic attack, it’s mainly a man speaking mantras that you repeat to yourself, and there’s calming music in the background. That helps, and also taking a walk helps a ton.

  • @jesustellez8431
    @jesustellez8431 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You’re the best at explaining 👍

  • @toastrecon
    @toastrecon 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, Kati!

  • @anner9438
    @anner9438 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The fact that this video came out a day before I got the date of my finals must be a sign 😂 I always say I suffer from post theoretic stress disorder when studying too much or doing stressfull assignments and exams, my therapist laughed and confirmed the diagnosis but said it was time related and curable...I hope I can stay chilled this time, test anxiety and stage fear are ruining my career...🤞

    • @anner9438
      @anner9438 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks! 😁 I'll try to be brave for once...😎👌

  • @listenuppeople1
    @listenuppeople1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Low self-confidence does not only relate to social situations. Panic attacks led me to distrust my physiologic responses and the health of my mind and body, especially when they came on at times of calm. The stress from that perpetuates itself. Kati is right; it is important to recognise what is going on and to mindfully react. You will direct yourself back to calm.

    • @listenuppeople1
      @listenuppeople1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      And by direct, I do not mean fight!

  • @LukasJamesonHin
    @LukasJamesonHin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Hiii Katie
    Your videos have helped me a lot to understand my thoughts, just wanted to thank you, I love you so much :)

    • @Katimorton
      @Katimorton  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Awe yay! I am so glad they have been helpful!! xoxo

    • @LukasJamesonHin
      @LukasJamesonHin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Katimorton 🥺🙂

    • @trento8397
      @trento8397 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Katimorton I love you too Kati ❤️❤️😀

  • @sdsg2186
    @sdsg2186 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Kati.

  • @ThatGreenNugget
    @ThatGreenNugget 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Kati!

  • @lmoore149
    @lmoore149 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you I thought it was just me that the breathing did not work on so glad that you made this video thank you so much.

  • @dbunik44
    @dbunik44 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    step 8...indica

  • @djsplash031
    @djsplash031 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The bridge of my nose gets tight, then I get dizziness and then my heart starts pumping and I feel pressure in my head like it's going to explode. I'm on antidepressant,anxiety pill and blood pressure tablets even though Iv never suffered with blood pressure... I need help

  • @carys870
    @carys870 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Kati for doing this Video I have Jury Service and I’m struggling a little with my anxiety ☺️

  • @dailydoseofmedicinee
    @dailydoseofmedicinee 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Practice mindfulness.
    Find a focus object.
    Use muscle relaxation techniques.
    Picture your happy place.👍

  • @caitlyn7343
    @caitlyn7343 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve been having panic attack several times a day recently. I had gotten my panic disorder under control. But this pandemic..ugh. I work in a healthcare setting and it’s been ridiculous lately. So my anxiety is so high then you add a mask and panic attacks are frequent. My Fitbit has this little 2 minute breathing feature, so that has been a life saver in those moments.

  • @RosheenQuynh
    @RosheenQuynh 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Apparently I was having a panic attack an hour or so, then. About weight loss and how long it's taking...

  • @alexdesjardins6380
    @alexdesjardins6380 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey kati, thank you so much for this video, someone im speaking to about my anxiety and he directed me to this video, and it’s very helpful, thank you.

  • @physicstutorials28
    @physicstutorials28 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Bergamot IS amazing for grounding! Can confirm 🙂

  • @davidk.7264
    @davidk.7264 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, Iam reading your book for the second time, thanks

  • @courtneywestrop6173
    @courtneywestrop6173 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This helped me so so much!! Thank you Katie. I always wondered why I hated doing breathing techniques but it was the one thing people always told me to use whilst having a panic attack. I say ok I’ll try it it might work this time but in my head I’m screaming ITS MAKING ME MORE ANXIOUS!!! I tend to use things like holding ice, drawing, listening to Taylor Swift and writing poetry to help me calm down. But what I really need to know is how to calm the people around me down when I’m panicking ❤️🥺

  • @jhassan9310
    @jhassan9310 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just had panic attack last night. I went to the hospital and on the way it felt like dying. Luckily I was calm after 30 minutes. This morning I searched for this video in case I experience it again.

  • @burntchickennugget4329
    @burntchickennugget4329 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i got my first panic attack today, right now. i was about to argue with someone and then it all started. it lasted for 5mins or something. i had hot flashes, chest pain, faster heartbeat and my hands we're shaking. it went now but i'm crying, i feel better but slightly bad

  • @loristegner3272
    @loristegner3272 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I watch James Blackwood’s Raccoon therapy on TH-cam! Thank you SO MUCH Kati for turning us “Kinions” onto him! I absolutely LOVE his video’s! 🙌🏻❤️👏🏻😃

  • @ontheedgewithnikkagrace654
    @ontheedgewithnikkagrace654 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi there Kati, I'd love to do an interview with you, I've contacted your contact, but to no avail....what should I do? ❤️

  • @ClandestineGirl16X
    @ClandestineGirl16X 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Kati you brought me out of the attack thank you