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Break free from the grip of panic attacks and their triggers

Break free from the grip of panic attacks and their triggers
Break free from the grip of panic attacks and their triggers (Photo: iStock)

You might find yourself in a crowded room, perhaps at a social gathering or while waiting in a long queue and suddenly, your heart races, your palms begin to sweat and you struggle to breathe as though something is terribly wrong.

Despite there being no immediate danger, your body reacts as if it's under threat. This could be a panic attack, which often strikes unexpectedly, even in situations that seem perfectly safe.

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