I think I had a panic attack three days back. I felt like my head was hit with something and my arms were all numb, I say on floor at metro station and started crying like anything, also got detached from the environment. And felt like in going crazy. Why would it happen. And would it happen soon again?

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Dear Lybrate User, I understand. Feeling detached from the environment, numbness in arms and having a heavy head are some of the symptoms of a panic attack. Other symptoms include, increased heart rate and shortness of breath etc. A panic attack can occur for many reasons, such as stress, phobias or a recent traumatic incident. With counselling it is possible to reduce the occurrence of a panic attack. Here are a few things you could try the next time you feel like you are having a panic attack: Look around you and try to identify: -5 things you can see -4 things you can feel -3 things you can hear -2 things you can smell -1 thing you can taste. For further information please consult privately. Good Luck.  

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