Helping a Loved One with Panic Disorder

As a friend or family member to a person with panic disorder, you may want to be helpful, but feel uncertain about how to show your support. If you are a person with panic disorder, you may want to consider forwarding this newsletter to loved ones so that they may have a better understanding of your condition. Here you will find information that can assist loved ones in understanding more about the diagnosis of panic disorder. 

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Helping a Loved One with Panic Disorder As a friend or family member to a person with panic disorder, you may want to be helpful, but feel uncertain about how to show your support. If you are a person with panic disorder, you may want to consider forwarding this newsletter to loved ones so that they may have a better understanding of your condition. Here you will find information that can assist loved ones in understanding more about the diagnosis of panic disorder.  Katharina Star, PhD Panic Disorder Expert What Not to Say to Someone with Panic Disorder It can be hard to relate to your loved one's condition. You may find panic attacks, anxiety, and fear difficult to understand if you have not experienced these symptoms yourself. However, it is important that you remain sensitive without saying anything that may hurt or upset your loved one with panic disorder. Here you will find 5 of the worst things you can say to a loved one with panic disorder, followed by suggestions for better ways to speak to your friend or family member.   READ NOW Do's and Dont's for Family and Friends You may feel unsure about how you can be helpful towards your loved one with panic disorder. Additionally, you may not have the knowledge and resources to assist you in understanding his/her condition. The following describes some helpful tips for family members and friends who have a loved one with panic disorder. READ NOW 7 Things People with Panic Disorder are Dying to Tell You Panic attacks can be a crippling experience. Find out what every panic disorder sufferer wants you to know. READ NOW Things Not to Say When Your Loved One is HAving a Panic Attack  Of course you want to be helpful, but sometimes you can say the wrong thing. Some comments may increase your loved one's panic and anxiety. Find out what you should never say when someone is having a panic attack.  READ NOW Featured Articles • 5 Fat-Burning Foods to Add to Your Diet • You Can Get Lean Eating Full Fat Foods • 5 High-Fiber Foods for Weight Loss • Are Whole Grains Good for Weight Loss? • The Fear of Cooking Can Take Many Forms • Think Yourself Thin: 6 Mental Strategies for Weight Loss • 5 Dumb Things We Do When We're Trying to Lose Weight • Why The Corset Diet Might Actually Work Advertisement About Panic Disorder  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Panic Disorder newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.