It can happen only once and never again but some people's lives change immensely because of these attacks. They will start to avoid being alone or in some cases they do not want to see other people or come out of the house. They will develop phobias about places or situations where panic attacks have occurred. They will always think about the next panic attack and feel helpless. People who experiences panic attacks should seek psychological treatment.
Panic disorder is a real illness and it has to be treated.
If left alone it may develop into very serious conditions such as agoraphobia, an inability to go beyond known and safe surroundings because of intense fear and anxiety. The exact cause of panic disorders is unknown. Inc. PageWise makes no representations about the content published on this site. PageWise hereby disclaims all warranties and conditions with regard to this information, and user agrees that all such use is at its own risk. If you are under 18, please do NOT opt-in to receive email offers on this page.