Each week, a SAFE Licensed Clinical Social Worker answers questions about mental health, substance use recovery, wellness, and more.
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| SAFE answers your question on anxiety & panic attacks |
Q: What's the difference between anxiety and panic attacks?
A: Symptoms of anxiety often build up over time and are more long-term (persistent worrying, restlessness, difficulty relaxing, trouble concentrating) while panic attacks occur suddenly and are much more intense.
Anxiety often stems from a triggering situation while panic attacks are sudden, often described as "out of the blue." Panic symptoms often include racing heart, difficulty breathing, sweaty palms, stomachache, nausea, or fear of death, among others. They typically subside within 10–30 minutes while anxiety is more persistent. Assessing the length of time an episode lasts can be helpful in differentiating between anxiety and panic attacks.
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