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Inside this issue:
Panic Disorder (full story)
by James D. Cowart, Ph.D.
"The symptoms of a panic attack are probably the most intense and frightening of all the various anxiety disorders. Symptoms may include: heart pounding, sweating, shaking, tightness in chest, feeling short of breath, dizzy or lightheaded, numbness or tingling, chills or hot flashes and a fear of losing control, dying or "going crazy'."
Techniques Useful For Coping With Panic Anxiety - "BARCS" (full story)
by Leo A. Kominek, Ph.D.
"BARCS" is an acronym that describes a number of techniques for dealing with anxiety and panic in general and more specifically for the anxiety that comes as you begin to face feared situations. "BARCS" incorporates the brief relaxation response and healthy thinking into one helpful package that is easy to remember."
My Experience With Overcoming Panic Disorder (full story)
by Andrea Lanier, Group Facilitator
"Seven-twenty in the morning of May 6th, 1998, sitting at the breakfast table with my husband, I suddenly feel terrified and confused, desperate to escape. Everything is spinning and moving, I feel nauseous, and my head and my extremities feel numb and tingly. My chest so tight, it seems I can't breathe. Escape! I have got to escape! I crawl off from my chair to the floor - I can't stand up - I crawl to the door - escape!"
News Notes
- The Anxiety Support Group continues to meet on Tuesdays. If you wish to attend this open group you can call Leo Kominek at (616) 321-7090 to register.
- Please view our latest additions to the Recommended Treatment Section and the Directory of Related Links on the website.
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