Clinical Neuropsychologist Dr Harvey Jones interviews Clinical Psychologist Dr Damon Ashworth about how people can improve their symptoms of feeling panicky and panic attacks.

Together, they discuss:

* what a panic attack is

* what are the physical, emotional and psychological symptoms of a panic attack

* why do panic attacks occur?

* what's the difference between feeling panicky and a panic attack?

* are panic attacks dangerous?

* what can be done to help improve panic attacks?

* how can we best support someone who is experiencing panic attacks?

* is it helpful to try to control your breathing or to breathe into a paper bag?

* the importance of not avoiding places that you have felt panicky in but are generally pretty safe,

and much more.

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