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This article is primarily for your friends and relatives. They can be an enormous help and support – or a hindrance. Without a supportive network one can feel vulnerable at the best of times, so while you learn how to deal with your panic and anxiety attacks, knowing you have helpful people around will be a great asset.

Studies show that good support from those we are closest to really does help reduce stress and indirectly improves health. So for you they may be doubly useful. However, they need to know what to do, which is why this article is written for them.

Making It Easier For Those You Know

If you find your partner or friends are unwilling to take the time to become too involved in the whys and wherefores, yet appear to be sympathetic and express a willingness to be of help, you may have to take the initiative. Spend five minutes, or however long it takes, to explain to them what you now know about what the anxiety attacks are, to help them understand the basics. You could just say that anxiety symptoms happen when you have too much adrenalin in your system, which makes you feel nervy and uncomfortable. Then tell them what you would like them to do next time, or perhaps between times.

If you experience feelings of insecurity or lack of confidence in certain situations, you could ask them for their support to help you build your confidence. People like to know what is expected of them, and you explaining what you want will make it easier.

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