Some of the physical symptoms that accompany panic attacks generally include confusion, dizziness, heart palpitations, nausea, chest pain, abdominal pain, chills, hot flashes, tingling/numbness in fingers/toes, sweating, and sometimes a preoccupation with death. These symptoms for many people occur for approximately 10-15 minutes. Because these symptoms are so frightening, often sufferers of panic disorder are first identified in the emergency room.
The specific cause of panic disorder is not known, however, research suggests that a combination of biology and environment are involved, including family history, neurotransmitter abnormalities, substance abuse, and major life stressors or transitions. Approximately 2.4 million adult United States citizens suffer from panic disorder, and the onset is typically during late adolescence and early adulthood. Fortunately, panic disorder generally responds well to treatment.
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