How to reduce anxiety immediately

Most people feel anxious or scared sometimes, but if it's affecting your life there are things you can try that may help.

Support is also available if you're finding it hard to cope with anxiety, fear or panic.

Symptoms of anxiety

Anxiety can cause many different symptoms.

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It might affect how you feel physically, mentally and how you behave.

It's not always easy to recognise when anxiety is the reason you're feeling or acting differently.

Symptoms of a panic attack

If you experience sudden, intense anxiety and fear, it might be the symptoms of a panic attack.

Other symptoms may include:

• a racing heartbeat
• feeling faint, dizzy or lightheaded
• feeling that you're losing control
• sweating, trembling or shaking
• shortness of breath or breathing very quickly
• a tingling in your fingers or lips
• feeling sick (nausea)

A panic attack usually lasts 5 to 30 minutes.

They can be frightening, but they're not dangerous and should not harm you.

Things you can try to help with anxiety, fear and panic