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Feeling Panicked?
Frequent panic attacks - episodes of severe anxiety that last for 10 minutes or more, and occur for no obvious reason - affect many people. While drugs are commonly prescribed to curb the attacks, other, natural ways may be just as beneficial. If you or a loved one has panic attacks, try to relax and go with the flow when an attack occurs. Train yourself to stay in the moment - don't think about what will happen next. Another option is to try cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). These interactive sessions have been shown to be as effective as some medications in preventing panic attacks. Contact a therapist for more information. Finally, breathing exercises can help to relax you, and can help prevent hyperventilation - or the holding of the breath - during an attack.
Visit the Mind/Body/Spirit section on DrWeil.com for more information on breathing.
* Dr. Weil on NBC's TODAY Show *
Tune in this week as Dr. Weil discusses health, vitamins and nutrition on the TODAY Show, Sept. 20 - 23. Check your local listings for channel and times.
Source: www.drweil.com
Frequent panic attacks - episodes of severe anxiety that last for 10 minutes or more, and occur for no obvious reason - affect many people. While drugs are commonly prescribed to curb the attacks, other, natural ways may be just as beneficial. If you or a loved one has panic attacks, try to relax and go with the flow when an attack occurs. Train yourself to stay in the moment - don't think about what will happen next. Another option is to try cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). These interactive sessions have been shown to be as effective as some medications in preventing panic attacks. Contact a therapist for more information. Finally, breathing exercises can help to relax you, and can help prevent hyperventilation - or the holding of the breath - during an attack.
Visit the Mind/Body/Spirit section on DrWeil.com for more information on breathing.
* Dr. Weil on NBC's TODAY Show *
Tune in this week as Dr. Weil discusses health, vitamins and nutrition on the TODAY Show, Sept. 20 - 23. Check your local listings for channel and times.
Source: www.drweil.com
