About
About Panic Attack Guide
Panic Attack Guide exists for the moment when someone urgently needs to know what is happening in their body and what to do about it. We publish plain-language, evidence-based guidance on panic attacks: how to stop one in progress, what causes them, what treatments work, and what to do for a friend or family member.
Our editorial standards
Every page is built on guidance from established clinical sources, including the American Psychiatric Association (DSM-5), the National Institute of Mental Health, the Mayo Clinic, the NHS, and peer-reviewed research. We cite sources inline so readers can verify what we say.
Articles are reviewed for clinical accuracy before publication and re-checked at least annually. The date the page was last reviewed is shown in the footer of the site and in the article schema.
What we publish — and what we don’t
We publish information for general education. We do not diagnose, prescribe, or replace your relationship with a clinician. If you have severe, recurring, or worsening symptoms, please speak with a qualified mental-health professional.
Crisis support
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact your local emergency services. In the US, call or text 988. In the UK, call NHS 111 or Samaritans 116 123. In the EU, call 112. Worldwide, findahelpline.com lists local helplines.