I'm Still Human: Understanding Depression With Kindness (Expanded Edition - 2021)

It’s Scary – Panic Attacks!
Due to excessive fears and worries, I had several panic
attacks. I still remember clearly the first time I had a panic attack. It
occurred on a quiet night when I was ready to go to bed. I suddenly
had difficulty breathing, chest tightness, numbness in hands and
fingers, and a fast heartbeat. It was like having a heart attack, and I
felt like I was going to die. My family sent me to a hospital accident
and emergency (A&E) department for a check-up. The medical
officer said it was not a heart attack; there was nothing wrong with
me, and I could go home and rest. The next day, I contacted my
psychiatrist. I described what had happened, and from there, I
finally understand what a panic attack is. Even though I
encountered various disturbing symptoms related to depression, I
want you to know - depression is treatable. So, please don’t give up.
There’re many effective treatments for depression nowadays.
Please seek professional help earlier for a better outcome.
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