Panic Attacks
These sudden, intense feelings of fear can cause physical symptoms, too.
9 People Describe What It Feels Like to Have a Panic Attack
“This is what death feels like.”
By Tessa Miller
I’m a Psychologist Who Gets Panic Attacks. Here’s the One Thing That Calms Me Down Instantly
Having this secret weapon in your pocket—literally—can interrupt that spiral of fear and anxiety.
By Jenna Ryu
Pink Says Her Panic Attack Symptoms Used to Land Her in the Hospital
“I’d never been taught how to take care of myself.”
By Serena Coady
Reese Witherspoon Tried Hypnosis to Manage Panic Attacks Before Filming ‘Wild’
She was “so scared” about filming.
By Sarah Jacoby
8 Ways to Make Panic Attacks a Little More Bearable
As much as you want to, don’t fight it.
By Cassie Shortsleeve
Health
Nocturnal Panic Attacks: What Causes Them?
Nighttime panic attacks can cause sweating, rapid heart rate, trembling, shortness of breath, heavy breathing, flushing or chills. Learn about treatment.
Emma Stone Describes Having Her First Panic Attack at Age 7: 'It Was Terrifying and Overwhelming'
Therapy techniques helped her cope.
By Andrea Park
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Gisele Bündchen Says Her Panic Attacks Got So Severe That She Had Suicidal Thoughts
"I felt like I wasn't allowed to feel bad."
By Andrea Park
Is There a Difference Between an Anxiety Attack and a Panic Attack?
People often use the terms interchangeably, after all.
By Cassie Shortsleeve
How Stephen Colbert Coped With Anxiety and Panic Attacks Early in His Career
"I was in such a weird panic that I would never create anything new again."
By Andrea Park
'RHOBH' Star Kyle Richards Had a Panic Attack on Top of an Allergic Reaction
A particularly terrifying combo.
By Korin Miller
Carson Daly Reveals His Lifelong Struggle With Anxiety and Panic Attacks
"I've learned to embrace it."
By Andrea Park
Why Panic Attacks Can Make You Feel Like You're Hallucinating
How panic attacks trick your body and mind.
By Carolyn L. Todd
The Unexpected Signs You’re Having A Panic Attack And Don’t Even Know It
Panic attacks are ultimately treatable.
By Korin Miller
Ellie Goulding Went To Therapy For 'Debilitating Panic Attacks'
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helped her regain control.
By Haley Goldberg