Clinical psychologist Dr. Julie Smith advises against common reactions during panic attacks that can worsen the condition. She suggests avoiding the urge to escape immediately, as it reinforces fear.

The stress of everyday life, from paying the bills to keeping up with your friends and family, can sometimes become overwhelming, even for the toughest of people, and maybe especially for people too ...

People report that panic attacks make you feel like your going to die. Your heart races, chest tightens, hands tingle, and overwhelming dread convinces you something catastrophic is happening. Yet ...

A therapist explains panic attack symptoms and what to do in the moment when they happen. Plus, tips on how to prevent them from occuring. Lana Seiler, MSW, LCSW, is a therapist and the associate ...