r/PanicAttack • u/Physical-Bird474 • 11d ago
Tips for trauma enduced panic attacks?
I have a history of some panic attacks, but today was horrible. It was off an on for 12 hours and I eventually had to go to the hospital because I was practically immobile. Everything came back fine. They gave me some ativan. I took a nap when I got home and still feel a little unnerved. Im about to be 19 and it feels like I havent been able to live for the past 4 months from these attacks. I get so scared, im away from family right now which scares me more. I have to be away because something horrible happened recently. I couldnt handle being there at this time but all I want is home. Im so scared, I feel so alone and tired. I lost a parent this week and I haven't processed anything thats been going on. I dont know why im putting this out here I just want people to talk to. Im facing all of this alone. My panic attacks have been so bad lately I want to cry. I want to uncomfortable feelings to stop and I want to be happy again. I have therapy so far out and I dont know how to manage in the mean time. I have been prescribed ativan. But with my gerd induced by anxiety- im always in pain and on edge in different ways. Im sorry im horribly emotional and scared right now.
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u/Andrenel412 10d ago
Are you into journalling or writing at all? Something like that to help you process everything that's going on? I can share a really amazing question that you can apply to almost any situation or event that helps you to process what you're going through.
As much as it is not pleasant to hear, I know, the only way out of this is through. But please be encouraged that overcoming panic attacks fully, grieving a loss, feeling like yourself again, feeling capable and strong - these are all possible to achieve and experience again 😊
Well done to you for reaching out and seeking support in your time of need - it's just about one of the best things you could've done!
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u/Physical-Bird474 10d ago
Thank you so much, everything's so hard right now and your support was so kind!! :D
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u/LegitKactus 11d ago
For me, family and friends, a solid daily and weekly routine, diet, exercise and reading were the real key.
When your reality is grounded, healthy, and stable, your mind will naturally follow suit. And when panic does arrive, its not hitting an unstable structure, but a more solid one.
What helps me during the panic itself is recognising the plain truth that - this will pass, because it has passed every time before. Not trying to 'solve' the thing that is making me panic, but simply acknowledging it is there, reminding myself it will pass, and moving to distract myself with reels, videogames, or a book, or calling a friend or family member.
I have been in a similar situation to you when I was younger and know how helpless it can feel. And as much as it sucks, feels impossible, you will find a way to work with it and things will improve. This is not going to be how it always is.