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Panick attack

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Everestisthebest · 29/07/2026 10:58

This morning about 5 minutes after waking up I had a panick attack. My partner left for work I was left here with my 4 and 6 year old, 6 yo has ASD and ADHD and has been sick so extremely dysregulated, clingy, aggressive. Anyway my chest is still tight 3 hours later....not sure what to do. No support either.

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TheNewFinch · 30/07/2026 15:56

Everestisthebest · 29/07/2026 10:58

This morning about 5 minutes after waking up I had a panick attack. My partner left for work I was left here with my 4 and 6 year old, 6 yo has ASD and ADHD and has been sick so extremely dysregulated, clingy, aggressive. Anyway my chest is still tight 3 hours later....not sure what to do. No support either.

The best way to manage your panic attacks is practicing relaxation techniques specially deep breathing. It is simple and efficient.

Middletoleft · 29/07/2026 12:00

Start with somatic hugs (and breathing). If it's totally incapacitating you physically you should make an appointment with your GP.

Wipeywipey · 29/07/2026 11:57

Make an appt with GP as well, often it is spiralling and can get worse if not addressed. You may need a low dose of proprananol prescribed to stop feeling the physical effects (which can trigger further attacks) but really you need to unpick why you had it and the overwhelm.

eeemes · 29/07/2026 11:49

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eeemes · 29/07/2026 11:49

I would see if you can get the children down for a nap or busy with a film and take some long, slow deep breaths either your exhale longer than your inhale and do a guided meditation from YouTube. It will pass, but the more you think about it, the longer it takes.