How To Calm Panic Attacks?

Breathe slowly and steadily

Inhale through your nose for 4 counts

Exhale through your mouth for 6 counts

Focus on one object in the room

Name 5 things you can see

Name 4 things you can feel

Name 3 things you can hear

Name 2 things you can smell

Name 1 thing you can taste

Sit down and keep your feet on the floor

Loosen tight clothing

Remind yourself the panic will pass

Repeat a calming phrase

Avoid fighting the feeling

Sip water slowly

Move to a quiet place

Reduce noise and bright lights

Hold something cold

Stretch your hands and shoulders

Call someone you trust

Use a grounding object

Count backward from 100

Keep your breathing gentle

Avoid caffeine and nicotine

Rest after the attack passes

Seek medical help if symptoms are severe or new

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