Most Effective Treatments for Panic Disorder

Question: I have been struggling with panic disorder for over 10 years and am beginning to lose hope. I no longer go out and do the things I used to love, for fear that I will have a panic attack. Nothing seems to make the panic go away. What can I do? Light On Anxiety […]

What is a panic attack?

A panic attack is an alarm, a very loud and powerful alarm, going off in your brain. It sends you the signal, “You are in immediate danger. You must do something right now to either fight, flight or freeze. If you were camping in the woods and awoke to a bear hovering above you, this […]

Treatment for Panic Disorder

Question: I have seen so many doctors, tried so many different medications, have suffered through so many panic attacks, I am beginning to feel that life will always be this unbearable and that I will never get better. Please help. Light On Anxiety Answer: There are no guarantees that you (or I or anyone else) […]

You Are Not Losing Your Mind, You Are Having a Panic Attack

I will never forget the day my battle with panic came to a head. I set up an appointment with a lovely, seemingly well-informed psychologist to attempt to get help with a maddening array of mysterious symptoms I was experiencing. I fearfully described the strange and terrifying sensations that took hold of me, explaining that […]

Am I having a panic attack?

Are you currently experiencing an intense period of fear, discomfort or terror? Are you experiencing any of the following symptoms, which appeared to come on “out of the blue”?: If you answered yes to four or more of these symptoms, you may be experiencing a Panic Attack. If you are having a panic attack, this […]

CBT for Depersonalization & Derealization

Depersonalization & Derealization sensations can be extremely uncomfortable and anxiety provoking. The good news is that they can be effectively treated with CBT for Panic Disorder. By applying the principles of cognitive therapy, behavioral therapy, interoceptive exposure and mindfulness you will teach your brain to get unstuck from “feeling unreal” and teach it to return […]