INPUT ARTICLE: Article: One of the major ways to treat panic disorder involves attending therapy. Cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is often the approach of choice, as it teaches you to notice and respond to your thoughts and behaviors. A therapist will help you examine the thoughts and behaviors that lead up to panic attacks and those which sustain or prolong the attacks. Together, you can work on changing the inner dialog to reduce and eliminate the attacks. Often, the fear of having another attack keeps people from living a full life. For example, if you fear having an attack at work, a therapist may ask you, "What's the worst that could happen? You may need to excuse yourself for a few moments and come back when you feel more composed." Some people are fearful of the possibility of a panic attack. For example, you may be more afraid of the thought of having a panic attack while speaking in front of a group and not being able to get help than actually fearing speaking in public. Exposure therapy can work with helping you to control your physical symptoms (such as elevated heart rate, sweating, and shallow breathing) in a safe and supportive setting. Working with a therapist, you will gradually begin to control these responses and not let them get out of control and turn into a panic attack. Exposure therapy should be performed by a qualified therapist and not on your own. Biofeedback therapy is a natural way to stop the cycle of anxiety. This therapy includes monitoring the physical signs of your anxiety, which may include changes in brain wave activity, heart rate, temperature, and breathing. In your therapy sessions, you will take on small challenges to practice bringing your anxiety under control, such as by using deep breathing and other relaxation techniques. Through these sessions, you will learn how to identify the signs of your anxiety and how to manage them effectively without the use of drugs. While panic disorder is often a psychological diagnosis, sometimes medical causes can mimic symptoms of panic attacks. It's important to take any medical causes seriously. Ask your medical doctor about medical problems that may be the cause of the symptoms. Some medical causes that can look like panic symptoms include low blood sugar (hypoglycemia), overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), and minor problems related to the heart, such as mitral valve prolapse. Stimulants (such as amphetamines, cocaine, and caffeine) can also cause panic symptoms.

SUMMARY: Go to therapy. Use exposure therapy. Request biofeedback therapy. See a medical doctor.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Bathing your bird regularly is just as important to its overall health as cleaning the cage. Choose a birdbath that is appropriately sized for your bird so that it will not have trouble getting in and out of the basin. Some birdbaths are meant for use inside the cage, while some are meant for use outside the cage. Larger birds may benefit from external baths, but bath setup largely comes down to owner preference. If you have a bird that can swim, such as a duck, make sure the bath contains enough space and water for the bird to be able to dunk their head safely. Allow the bird to use the bath only with your supervision. Fill the bath with warm water, and allow the bird to splash around, getting itself wet and preening for several minutes before removing it from the bath. Once your bird has finished bathing, scratch against the feathers to imitate mutual preening. Be sure not to press the feathers down against the bird's body, as birds do not enjoy this sensation. Your bird will need time enough to dry before the evening. Allowing a bird to bathe too close to bedtime could lead them to getting dangerously cold during the night. Make sure your bird has at least a few hours to dry fully, especially for large birds. If you live in a colder environment, make sure the room is well-heated while your bird is bathing as well as when it is drying off.

SUMMARY:
Choose a birdbath. Use warm water. Allow the bird to dry.