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Okay, so it's pretty easy to tell when YOU are having an anxiety attack. You know yourself pretty well and usually know the signs. However, it can be incredibly difficult to spot the signs in someone else. This skill can be useful for getting friends out of stressful or scary situations, especially if they don't realize they are showing symptoms. So, without further ado, here's a list of symptoms of an anxiety attack. Symptoms of A Panic Attack Quickening heart rate Sweating Shaking Shortness of breath  Feelings of choking Chest pain  Nausea  Feeling dizzy or light-headed Chills or hot flashes Numbness  Derealization (feelings of unreality)  Fear of losing control  Fidgeting Constantly checking their phone If someone you are with has stopped speaking entirely, this might also be a sign of a panic attack. This is usually how my panic attacks start. What To Do If You Notice Someone Else's Panic Attack Stay with the person and...

Hello, friends! I know it’s been a while, but I just wanted to take some time off for vacation and getting ready to head to college in FIVE days! So exciting! Anyway, I’m back and ready to share another Mental Health Monday with you. Today’s topic is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, otherwise known as OCD. WHAT IS OCD? Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, is defined as a type of anxiety disorder that produces unreasonable thoughts and behaviors that lead to compulsive behavior(s). ODC is commonly displayed through a fear of germs or a need to keep everything organized in a specific manner. The symptoms for OCD begin gradually and can vary in the different parts of life. SYMPTOMS The symptoms for OCD include: Compulsive behavior Compulsive hoarding Repetitive movements Social isolation Impulsivity Meaningless repetition of words Anxiety Depression Panic attacks Fear Nightmares Repeatedly going over thoughts TREATMENT Treatment...

Hey guys! I’m back with another Mental Health Monday. Today’s topic: depression. WHAT IS DEPRESSION? Depression is defined as a mood disorder causing a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest. The cause of depression could be a chemical imbalance in the brain or a traumatic event, such as the death of a loved one. Depression heavily impacts daily life and activities. SYMPTOMS The symptoms of depression can vary, but the most common ones include: General discontent Anxiety Loss of interest Mood swings Excessive sleepiness Insomnia Agitation Excessive crying Irritability Social isolation Lack of concentration Thoughts of suicide Poor appetite TREATMENT The treatment for depression is usually medication, therapy, or a combination of both. There are different types of medication that can be prescribed by a doctor for depression, and also different types of therapy. It just depends. A NOTE FROM ME ...