If you suffer from panic attacks and are trying to find the cause you have probably found out that medical research is trying to find the same thing. In piecemeal fashion, the exact mechanism(s) and processes are being put together. Documentation of causes has occurred as well as a large body of knowledge acquired on the subject of panic attack symptoms.
The term "causes" actual can be misleading to many, since this doesn't quite tell the entire story. Panic attacks can in fact be caused by many other conditions. During conditions that do not warrant it, some believe the personal alarm or threats becomes activated. The precise biological processes of why this happens are not fully known. The purpose of this article is to help you gain more knowledge about the cause of panic attacks.
Sometimes, panic attacks tend to run in families according to researchers. This, of course, doesn't' mean that they always run in families. At this point there have been no genetic findings to back this up. Deficiencies of important nutrients such as zinc and/or magnesium have also been decided to be probable causes of panic attacks according to some studies. The fact that other studies have had the opposite findings has made these results inconclusive. We are certain there will be more studies on this particular topic in the future. When this happens we'll be able to learn the truth about nutritional deficiencies and their role in panic attacks. For now, it's probably wise to focus on other panic attack risk factors.
Panic attacks are often a symptom though, of a different underlying condition. Drugs, as well as some medications, have been linked to some of these conditions or events. Case in point, is panic attacks that are induced by abuse or overdosing on cocaine or amphetamines. Medication prescribed by a doctor has been found by some to be the cause of their attacks. Those drugs include it as a possible side effect during use. Discuss any possible side-effects with your doctor, prior to taking any prescribed medication. For sure, your doctor should already talk to you about these things. You may find that panic attacks are a side-effect of medication you are already taking, so be sure to ask your doctor.
External triggers for those with panic attacks can certainly be unique. In fact, roughly half of people with panic attack symptoms often claim the same thing. These people have identified that the quality of the air can aggravate their conditions.
For many an environment that is hot and humid or "stuffy" seems to induce more panic attacks. Naturally this has lead to a lot of speculation as well as interpretations. But the startling aspect of it is that about 50% of people have reported that to their doctors.
For those who suffer from panic attacks, it is top priority to determine the cause. As always, it does seem to help, the more information you can collect about the nature of these attacks. When they happen, take note of the conditions. You may begin to see a pattern in where they occur, or a time of day or even certain weather.
You will be better able to manage them, the more you know about them.
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