A panic attack is a sudden wave of overwhelming fear and anxiety that is accompanied by physical symptoms. For some people it can produce the same sensations as a heart attack, including chest ...

If you choose to visit your doctor for help with your panic attacks, they may suggest some form of medication. 'Your GP should offer simple reassurance and advice,' says Dr Hallstrom. 'A good ...

Ambulatory monitoring studies have shown that naturally occurring panic attacks do cause a transient elevation of blood pressure, [5] and may cause the patient to go to the emergency room ...

We spoke to Dr Nick Grey, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust about how best to cope with a panic attack. He says that it is important to remember this ...