Psychologist explained the origin of panic attacks

Psychologist Irina Ascheulova spoke about the origin of panic attacks. In conversation with the agency RuNews24.Ru On Monday, June 1, the expert noted that panic attacks occur more often against the background of prolonged stress, when the psyche stops coping.

According to her, after the first episodes, a person has a fear of repetition, which is why he begins to avoid his usual life - he does not leave the house, refuses to travel and strives to control everything.

The psychologist emphasized that many people do not seek help for fear of appearing "abnormal," facing condemnation, or hearing a serious diagnosis. It is especially difficult for those who are used to coping on their own: they convince themselves that "it will pass" or "you just have to pull yourself together," although anxiety disorders do not disappear by willpower.

She added that distrust of therapy is often associated with past negative experiences and fears, for example, that a person will not be understood or "forced" to take medication. At the same time, the specialist explained that the first consultation is just an introduction, and a person has the right to choose the right specialist.

According to the psychologist, if the tests are normal, but anxiety, insomnia and tension persist, you should not ignore the condition and look for a "hidden disease." She stressed that in conditions of constant stress and information overload, such symptoms are becoming more common.

The expert concluded that anxiety disorders can be corrected: help can include psychotherapy, lifestyle changes, and, if necessary, medical support prescribed by a doctor.

On May 25, psychiatrist Alexander Fedorovich, in a conversation with the National Research Council, explained the high number of mental problems among Russians. According to him, there are genetically determined mechanisms that determine the lability of the nervous system. He noted that the human psyche reacts to external factors, hence the increase in mental disorders.

Clinical psychologist Tatiana Kotovich said on May 23 that pre-exam jitters can turn into a panic attack. If an attack occurs during an exam, it is important to deal with it quickly and imperceptibly: the psychologist advises you to breathe deeply, rub your earlobes, do gymnastics for your eyes and relax sharply after inhaling, RT notes.

Clinical psychologist Polina Tokareva told on May 19 how to overcome a panic attack in the subway, writes RIAMO. According to her, it is important to focus on breathing, making the exhale longer than the inhale, to "ground yourself" — to feel the support under your feet or hold on to the handrail, and also to switch attention to physical sensations using deep diaphragmatic breathing. 360.ru .

In December, it was reported that clinical neuropsychologist Justin Feinstein discovered that panic attacks often begin due to internal sensations, such as episodic breath holding. CO2 levels are rising, and chemoreceptors that monitor blood composition are giving an alarm signal. This is how panic arises out of the blue.

Before that Pravda.Ru She wrote that to reduce the risk of panic attacks, it is important to be able to cope with stress: physical activity, proper sleep and abstinence from alcohol help.

Earlier, cardiologist and nutritionist Tatiana Zaletova told the Moscow City News agency that chocolate can alleviate panic attacks, and it can be eaten at the first symptoms. The doctor emphasized that bitter and extra-hot chocolate contain more antioxidants that slow down the aging process than milk chocolate.