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Panic attacks, the hallmark of panic disorder , are discrete episodes of intense anxiety. Panic attacks can also be experienced by people with specific phobia, social phobia , or by people who have used or consumed certain substances, such as cocaine.
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What Is a Panic Attack?A sudden surge of terror hits out of nowhere.
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Treating Panic AttacksIf you’re having panic attacks, don’t be afraid to get help. The attacks are real, and the feelings you’re having are not your fault.
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Panic disorder involves repeated, unpredictable attacks of intense fear accompanied by severe anxiety symptoms in the body that may last from minutes to hours. (See also generalized anxiety disorder .)
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