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What Triggers Your Anxiety Attacks?

By Jerry Kennard Health Expert

In our Questions and Answers section Fronzenicee asks:

 

Does anyone know what it's called when there is a specific event that triggers an anxiety attack?

 

The question refers to the events commonly associated with a specific phobia. Fear of specific situations, or events, are typical of phobias. Pretty much everyone I know can point to something or someone that either makes them go rigid with fear, run away, or feel extremely uncomfortable. Various psychological problems such as post-trauma...

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...anxiety Pay attention to your children during the shopping trip. Watch for signs of overwhelm or anxiety attacks. If you see signs, help your child by taking them to a quiet area and deep... Read more »
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