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How To Slow Your Heart Rate During A Panic Attack? (What Patients Need To Know)

Katerina Koteska by Katerina Koteska
17 April 2024
in Heart News
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Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) – A panic attack is a sudden, intense fear or anxiety that can come on without warning. It can be very frightening and can feel like you’re going to die. To prevent a panic attack from happening, it’s important to know how to slow your heart rate. There are a few things you can do to help calm your mind and slow your heart rate. First, try to take deep breathing.

 This will help to clear your mind and calm your emotions. Next, try to focus on your breath. When you focus on your breath, you’ll start to feel your heart rate slow down. Finally, try to do something that makes you feel calm. This could be reading a book, going for a walk, or doing some yoga. All this can help you slow down your heart rate during a panic attack.

What Is a Panic Attack?

A panic attack is a sudden, intense feeling of fear that can lead to a sense of dread. It can lead to chest pain, shortness of breath, and a rapid heart rate. Panic attacks can be triggered by a variety of things. It includes a traumatic event, a life-threatening medical situation, or simply feeling out of control. There’s no single answer as to how to slow your heart rate during a panic attack. However, some common tips include taking deep breaths, focusing on your breathing, and doing relaxation exercises.

The Physical Symptoms Of A Panic Attack

When you’re feeling panicky, your heart races while your breathing becomes fast and shallow. You will feel like you’re going to faint or have a heart attack. There are several physical symptoms of a panic attack that can be easily mistaken for other health problems. Here are some of the most common:

1. Rapid Heart Rate

Rapid heart rate is one of the most common symptoms of a panic attack. It can be up to 160 beats per minute.

2. Shallow Breathing

 When you’re in a panic, your breathing becomes shallow and fast. It is because you’re trying to take in more air than you need.

3. Trembling

You might feel like you’re shaking all over, even when you’re not shaking. It is a common symptom of anxiety disorder.

4. Nausea and Vomiting

Nausea and vomiting are common during a panic attack and can be accompanied by a feeling of being lightheaded.

5. Dizziness

 You might feel dizzy or unsteady.

6. Fear

 You might feel like you’re in a state of total terror.

How To Slow Your Heart Rate During A Panic Attack?

When it comes to panic attacks, one of the most important things you can do is slow your heart rate. There are a few ways to do this, but the most important is by using relaxation techniques. When you’re feeling a panic attack coming on, try to take a few deep breaths in and out. Once you’ve calmed down, try to focus on your breath. Notice how your chest rises and falls with each breath. Also, focus on your feet and feel the ground beneath them. When you’re ready, slowly release the breath.

Another way to slow your heart rate is by using deep breathing exercises. Try to take a few deep breaths in and out, and then hold your breath for a few seconds. When you let go of the breath, focus on your stomach and feel the muscles in your abdomen contract and release. Do this several times, and then try to relax your whole body. Both of these techniques are good for general relaxation and can help to calm your mind and body during a panic attack.

Tips To Prevent Panic Attacks In Future

Preventing panic attacks is key to keeping your heart rate under control and avoiding future episodes. There are a few simple tips that will help you.

1. Exercise

 Exercise releases endorphins, which are hormones that block pain signals from the brain. This can help reduce anxiety and stress.

2. Eat a Balanced Diet

 A diet high in healthy fats and low in sugar can help reduce anxiety.

3. Get Enough Sleep

 Sleep plays an important role in regulating our moods. When we are tired, our mood is more likely to be affected by stress.

4. Avoid Caffeine

 Caffeine is a stimulant and can increase anxiety levels.

5. Practice Relaxation Techniques

 Techniques like deep breathing, visualization, and meditation can help reduce anxiety.

6. Keep a Journal

Writing down your thoughts and feelings can help you process them and make progress.

7. Seek Professional Help

 If you find that you’re having more panic attacks, seek professional help. A mental health professional can help you manage your anxiety and stress better.

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Taking Action To Prevent Panic Attacks

Panic attacks are a symptom of anxiety, not a disease. However, they can be debilitating and even life-threatening. The good news is that you can take action to prevent and manage anxiety. There are a few things you can do to slow your heart rate and reduce the chances of having a panic attack. 

The first is to understand what triggers them. Many people have panic attack because of a specific situation or event. Such as being in a new place, being in a crowd, or having to speak in public. Once you know what triggers them, you can start to take steps to avoid them.

If you know that you have a panic attack when you have to speak in public, you can practice beforehand. This can be done by speaking in front of a mirror or recording yourself to listen to later. You can also practice in a safe environment, such as at home.

Another way to reduce the chances of a panic attack is to keep your stress levels in check. This means avoiding things that make you anxious, such as overthinking things, worrying excessively, and being perfectionistic. Finally, take action to stop the panic attack before it starts. This can be done by taking deep breaths, focusing on your surroundings, and calming yourself down.

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