5 Things About Panic Attacks I Wish I Had Learned Earlier

As I reflect on my journey with panic, I can identify five specific concepts that I wish I had learned back when my panic attacks were debilitating and frightening. As a therapist who now treats panic, I consider these five vital points in learning to cope with panic attacks. But the reality is that panic attacks are far more common than you might think. According to the Cleveland Clinic, up to 11 percent of Americans experience a panic attack each year, and up to 35 percent will experience a panic attack at least once in their life. Small Daily Habits Can Have Big ImpactsThis may sound overly simplistic, but I have learned how much daily habits can impact panic attacks.