Sep 25, 2025

How to recognise an anxiety attack

Aanya Mehta

Chest Pain

A heavy, squeezing feeling in the chest that can mimic a heart attack.

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Dizziness or Light headedness

You might feel faint, unsteady, or disconnected from your surroundings.

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Sudden Intense Fear

A wave of fear or dread appears suddenly, often without a clear trigger.

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Feeling of Losing Control

A strong sense that something terrible is about to happen or that you might faint or die.

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Nausea or Stomach Upset

Anxiety can cause a knot in your stomach, nausea, or even diarrhea.

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Rapid Heartbeat

Your heart may race, pound, or feel like it’s skipping beats.

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Shortness of Breath

You may feel like you can’t take a full breath or are choking.

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Trembling or Shaking

Hands, legs, or entire body may shake uncontrollably.

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