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How to differentiate an anxiety attack from a panic attack

They may seem the same but they have different triggers (Photo: iStock)

Every day, we face so many situations that can trigger a lot of stress. And while some people manage to get through it all without feeling overwhelmed, it’s not always easy.

There are different aspects to mental health and a common thing that comes up in many conversations is panic and anxiety. Although we’re used to using the two interchangeably, they are actually two different experiences.

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